Secrets to sparkling carpets – tips, tricks and stories
Ever spilled blood on your beige area rug? You may have seen the T-shirt “Oops I’m in need of a Professional Cleaner” next page. Let’s talk about how to make these pesky stains vanish as if it were a magician bunny. At first, cleaning your carpet seems to be a simple task. It may seem easy at first, but when you really dig into the problem it can be like a forest.
Vacuuming should not be a Saturday chore. It is a part of your daily routine. Vacuuming often prevents dirt building up a camp within the carpet fibers. Shake up your picnic mat to prevent ants from making it home. You do not want to rush through the carpet. You should take your time. You can move the vacuum cleaner as you would a beach.
Let’s now move onto the stains. “Attack while the iron is hot,” says an old saying. It is the same with spills. Grab your cleaning solution quickly. Blot, don’t rub. Imagine pressing down on the tomato instead of the tender steak. The mess is cleaned up by blotting while the grinds are rubbed into it.
Got a curious pet? Your pets are the first to suspect in cases where there are mysterious stains. The urine from pets is another animal. The urine can be neutralized using enzyme cleaners. Fido does not mark on the same place if he were to sign his name.
You’re looking for natural solutions? The baking soda can be used as a Swiss Army knife to clean the home. Sprinkle, wait several minutes, and vacuum. It eliminates odors in the air, and provides a fresh canvas. This is DIY without a lab coat.
Have you heard the expression: “Go large or stay home?” It’s hard to beat steam cleaning. Picture your carpet getting a spa day. A powerful vacuum can remove dirt and then dissolve it using hot water, soap and detergent. Heat and moisture will be your shining knights.
Professionals are welcome. Once every 12-18months, you can call the cavalry. Their industrial-strength science and technology can overcome the most stubborn grime. It’s not a bad thing to call in backup. It’s simply smart management.
Why did grandmother insist on carpeting in all the rooms? It’s softer, quieter and warmer, in a soft way. Our elbow grease is the price. The hallways, stairways and living rooms will always be the first to wear. Rugs or rotating furniture will provide some protection.
A surprise that’s moldy is also not a good thing. Make sure you dry any soaked areas as quickly as possible. Wet carpets are a breeding place for mold spores. Dehumidifiers are like vintage wines that remove moisture.
No need to be a Ph.D., but you do need some practical experience. Is it a hassle? Although it is a task, you can see it as self care. Make your carpets look like new with these tried-and-true tips. If you have clean flooring, it’s possible to host spontaneous dance parties.
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Ultra Brite Carpet & Tile Cleaning North Shore
79-83 Longueville Road, Lane Cove NSW 2066
(02) 8015 5143