The end of the year will be unforgettable if you spent the last few weeks hosting parties in your home. You may have noticed that the carpet has suffered due to the increase in traffic. Read this?
Carpet cleaning should be a part of any work done to bring your home into good condition after the holidays. It is important to know how well you clean a carpet. In order to maintain the condition of your home’s rug after the holidays there are some things to consider:
Professional carpet cleaners are unanimous in their opinion that the sooner a spill is cleaned, the better. Small spills will usually be cleaned up with baby wipes. Unfortunately, spills can be more serious than they seem. Some spills, such as chocolate or ketchup will require a completely different cleaning method. White vinegar will remove any carpet stains. Dip a rag in the solution then rub it onto the stain. Ammonia is another option, but it must be tested on a carpet first to ensure it does not cause damage.
Drinks. Watching a glass red wine fall on your carpet can make you jump. If this occurs, use a blotting cloth to absorb all excess moisture. Then, rinse the area thoroughly with warm water. Alternatively, mix equal parts vinegar and water. Rub in the solution. After you have achieved the desired result, wash your hands with cold running water and then blot. Pour a stain of coffee or other tea, dilute the solution with beer.
Wax and gum are both sticky substances that will damage your carpet fibres. Freeze the area using ice. The gum or wax will freeze and you should carefully remove with a blunt item. Repeat the procedure until you are sure that the problem has been eliminated. Then, vacuum the entire area.
Grease: If cooking for holiday celebrations has left a mark on your rug in the form an oil spill, ironing will do the trick. This is correct: ironing on the warm setting with a sheet paper placed over the spill can do wonders. Pour baking powder and cornstarch on the excess spill. It will absorb a large amount.
By paying attention to these aspects of cleaning carpets, you can make sure that they will not suffer unnecessary damage following the holidays. Then you won’t spoil your holiday fun.
Spotless Carpet Cleaning North Shore
1-5 Lynbara Ave, St Ives NSW 2075
(02) 8607 8811