6 steps to help keep your carpet looking good for longer
3rd June 2020
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6 steps to help keep your carpet looking good for longer
- 1. Remove your shoes they should never be worn in the home as they increase the dirt and mess that gets buried into your carpet, they also have a hard tread that will wear down your carpet quicker than socks, bare feet or slippers.
- 2. Vacuum your carpet regular dirt and debris left in your carpet can cause damage if left to long, regular vacuuming is a simpler way to keeping your carpet cleaner for longer. Tips for vacuuming
- Go slowly, a quick pass won’t always pick up the dirt.
- Replace filters and bags regular, keeping it in a good working order will keep your carpets cleaner for longer and will help with the suction at the same time keeping your vacuum fresh.
- 3. Before vacuuming sprinkle baking powder leave for a few minutes it’s a simple trick that will keep your carpets smelling fresh for longer.
- 4. Deal with stains straight away, the longer you leave it the harder it will be to get out! Tips for stain removal
- Always blot don’t rub you could work it in deeper!
- Use a white or neutral cloth so you don’t transfer die into your carpet.
- Solid dirt or food, use a blunt knife to scrape first.
- If you don’t want to use a chemical based cleaner then equal vinegar and club soda/sparkling mineral water can be applied to the stain.
- At Zero drytime we have a product called spot and stain which is a great stain remover and doesn’t contain bleach! If you quote the best of Walsall when booking your carpet clean we will give you a complementary bottle when we turn up. Alternatively these can be purchased from us for £9.99
- 5. Train your pet, urine gives an unpleasant smell and difficult to deal with if not removed straight away, use a repellent on your carpet, these can be found in your pet shop alternatively white vinegar or lemon can be used.
- 6. Have your carpets dry cleaned professionally once to twice a year depending on use, its important to maintain the integrity of your carpet, always read the business reviews these will help you choose the right tradesman for you.