An Introduction To Carpet Cleaning

Carpets add beauty to our living room and are comfortable to lie down or sit upon. Maintaining the cleanliness of carpets is essential for any home. Carpets need regular cleaning, as they tend to gather dirt very easily. They are much harder to clean than bare floors. Carpets collect animal fur and are easily stained by spilled drinks. Dust mites rapidly multiply within carpets and can cause allergies in people prone to asthma attacks.

Cleaning a carpet is an important process and also makes the room appear clean and fresh. Vacuuming a carpet is the best way to get rid of accumulated dirt. Dry-cleaning and steam cleaning are easy ways to remove any stains. It is important to clean up a spill immediately with a paper towel or rag. Soap, laundry detergent or other strong household cleaning agents are best avoided. A carpet can be kept in good condition if it is shampooed twice a year.

The method of cleaning a carpet depends on its fiber. Woolen, cotton and rayon carpets are cleaned using neutral detergents and should be dried quickly to avoid yellow stains. Excessive use of water could cause dampness and shrinking. Dry cleaning is the best way to clean silk carpets, and care is to be taken to not expose them to extremely high temperatures. Carpets made from plant fibers are best cleaned by the dry foam extraction method, where a detergent solution is whipped into foam and applied. A specially designed machine with reel-type brushes is used on the carpet, followed by wet vacuuming.

When cleaning a carpet at home, it is important to first vacuum and remove as much dirt as possible. Always use the recommended strength of cleaning solution. Overdose can cause severe damage to the carpet. Care must also be taken not to over-wet the carpet, which could cause discoloration and shrinkage. Carpets should be dried within 12 hours of wet cleaning, using fans, if necessary, though proper ventilation is usually enough.

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