Vacuuming is a primary maintenance step when it comes to the preservation of your carpets. Vacuuming will not damage the carpets, contrary to popular belief and you can never do too much. To keep the carpets looking their bests, treating spills right away is vital. Many homeowners attack the blemishes and end up making the stain problem worse and even causing irreversible damage when people tackle the stains and spots. The top big no-nos of carpet cleaning are what we at Carpet Care 2000 would like to take the opportunity to share today.
Why Does Carpet Get Worse after DIY Cleaning?
1) Aggressively Scrubbing and Rubbing Spots and Stains. You will only spread the spot out wider and pushes it deeper into the fibers when you scrub and rub stains. You need to blot throughout the whole process when you treat the spill. Let the substance absorb into the paper towel or rag while using moderate pressure to press and pat the spill. Make certain to blot on the outer ridge and work your way towards the center for better containment.
2) Neglecting the Carpet Patch Test. Whether homeowners use a carpet stain removing product or their favorite homemade solution, many presume it is safe to use. You can potentially ruin your carpets by lightening the colors, or other fiber damage, even with DIY solutions or familiar carpet cleaning products. They can alter their ingredients or homemade cleaners can react different to different carpet fiber materials. In any case, it is important to perform a patch test on your carpet every time in an inconspicuous area.
3) Hot Water Usage to Treat Stains. Under very few circumstances, using hot water is required. Depending on the substance, the stain can become a permanent blemish as the stain will set into the carpet fibers and depending on the substance, similarly, to washing clothes in hot water. To avoid causing catastrophe, never use water that is hotter than lukewarm and if you are ever in doubt, be sure to use cool water straight from the tap while treating spots and stains. Never over saturate, otherwise you can expect potential mold-growth and water damage from the excessive water.
4) Utilizing Printed or Dyed Rags. In addition to paper towels, most people tend to use rags to teat carpet stains. Unfortunately, prints and dyes can inadvertently be transferred onto the carpet while trying to remove the stain, leaving you with an extra mess, so using white cleaning tools is a must.
5) Allowing Spills / Accidents to Linger. The harder it is to remove the longer any spill is left to linger. The odors can still develop the longer the substance sits in addition to the stain being more difficult to remove. It is best to immediately start treating it to effectively remove it.
6) Not Rinsing and Drying After Treatment. Many people feel victorious with their efforts and walk away once a spot is successfully removed. It is critical you use a water only dampen cloth to rinse away the cleaner from the surface using the blotting technique, however. You will be left with another spot to treat since most lingering cleaning residues can cause issues within a few days. Dry the area as best as possible following a thorough rinse. To absorb the residual moisture, place a towel over the top and weight it down over night if necessary.
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Call Carpet Care 2000 and let our certified experts clean, sanitize, and deodorize your carpet when your carpets are due for a cleaning, or you are having a problem with the stains.
