Sunday, July 8, 2012

Routine Carpet Cleaning Do's And Don'ts


 

In cleaning your carpet, there are things that you need to consider, especially if you plan on doing on your own. There are a lot of carpet cleaning services that are being offered by different companies that can save you the time and the hassle. However, if you want to do it yourself or if you don't have the budget, you should bear the following do's and don'ts in carpet cleaning.


The do's in cleaning your carpet:
1. Plan out the day when you're going to clean your carpet
Cleaning the carpet in your house can be a cumbersome job and may take some time to get done. There are a lot of things that need to be done, like moving the furniture, getting the right cleaning solution, etc. It would be best to schedule it on dates when you have a long weekend or during spring cleaning, as long as the times work for you. Proper planning also allows you to be more efficient in cleaning.

2. Vacuum your carpet regularly or before cleaning it with a carpet cleaner solution
Vacuuming your carpet prior to cleaning it with a cleaner is a great way to hasten the cleaning process. There are a lot of stuffs that can be hard to clean with a cleaning solution alone, like dirt, hair, pieces of paper or other small things. Also by vacuuming regularly, you'll be able to keep your carpet clean for a longer period of time.

3. Move your furniture when cleaning your carpet
If you want to thoroughly clean your carpet, make sure that you also clean the spots where your furniture is placed. Move your furniture to reach the areas underneath. By doing so, you can make sure that you are cleaning thoroughly and can prolong its use.

The don'ts in cleaning your carpet:
1. Don't just use any solution to clean your carpet
There are specific types of cleaning solutions for different types of carpets. Don't apply anything that you want, without knowing what type of solution is best. Using a cleaning solution that is incompatible with your carpet may ruin its fibers and will result to damage. So make sure to ask which type of solution is best when you go out to buy a cleaning solution.

2. Don't pull out loose carpet ends
There are times when there are fibers sticking right out of your carpet and ruin the design. If you do encounter this kind of problem, never attempt to pull it out by hand. If you pull it out, this can cause your carpet to have a gaping hole in that area. To remedy this, you can simply trim the loose fiber. This can put the carpet back into shape without risking getting your carpet damaged.

By following these simple do's and don'ts in cleaning your carpet, you will be sure to do a great job with minimal or no complications at all.