Does it ever feel like you’re walking in the clouds when you walk on a rug? This is the dream. Especially in Northern Beaches helpful resources, it can be difficult to maintain carpets. It seems that your carpet has a life of its own.
Let’s restore those carpets back to their original glory. The carpets used to be gritty and dirty, not welcoming and soft.
Start by saying that your best friend would be a regular vacuum cleaner. Do you? Spending a few minutes using the vacuum can make a huge difference. Think of it as brushing teeth. Would you go for weeks without it? Your carpet is not any different. You can do this once or twice a week. You can do it twice if your children or pets like to take half the beach back home.
Here are some tips for deep cleaning. Have you ever vacuumed before using baking soda? After spreading it over the carpet, let it sit for about 15 minutes. This product works wonders by absorbing odors and making your house smell as fresh as a dandelion.
Nothing beats a steam cleaning for scents. It’s worth it to rent a steamer, even though renting one may seem like a burden. You can think of it as a spa treatment for your carpet, where you deep clean all the dirt.
You have stains on your skin? Do we not all? From muddy paw prints, to red wine spills, life leaves its mark on our carpets. For minor stains, a solution of water and white vinegar works well. Dab (do not rub!) the stain lightly with this mixture using a clean cloth. The mixture should be applied lightly to the stain. You may need to use stronger solutions, or even professional help for stubborn stains.
The majority of people would never think about the strategies employed by expert cleaners. They use industrial-grade machines that can remove dirt from the deepest fibers. Our home vacuums simply cannot reach these areas.
The areas that are heavily used, like the living room and the corridors, where people seem to congregate all the while should not be ignored! You should give these areas more love and attention because they tend to deteriorate quicker than other areas.
Whoa! Essential oils are wonderful if you’re a lover of natural remedies like me! There’s no need for harsh chemicals. Just a few drops in water diluted in a bottle, sprayed lightly over your carpet will leave behind pleasant scents.
As a bonus, plants can help to lower the dust level, preventing dirt from settling in those fibers underneath!
Not least, but certainly not the least (is that a word?) is to move your furniture every few months or so. Think about moving heavy furniture around every few months. This will prevent them from becoming permanently anchored in one location. The same as changing the tires of your vehicle!
These are some of the techniques I use to clean my home. They will help you maintain your beautiful carpets in Northern Beaches throughout the year without having to spend a lot of money or effort.
Remember that happy flooring leads to happy homes…and perhaps less visits outside to remove sand before entering the home again.
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Carpet Care Specialists Mosman
50 Yeo St, Neutral Bay, NSW, 2089
(02) 8311 3724