It’s the holiday season and for some that means an increased amount of entertaining guests. For people with carpeting, the thought of high foot traffic and possible spills on your warm and inviting flooring may cause your heart to beat a little faster. Don’t fear! We’ve compiled a list of the top three ways to keep your carpet looking fresh and stain-free. Carpet cleaning experts all agree – to keep your cozy floors long-lasting, time and effort are needed.
Here are three tips to help you keep your carpets clean:
- Dust and Vacuum Often – As soft and welcoming as your carpet does look, it is home to allergens and dust particles that collect in all of your living spaces. The more you neglect to dust and vacuum, the more dust bunnies and their small friends take up residence in your carpeted home. So stop the migration of unwanted guests and start small. One way that you can slowly change your routine and help your carpets last longer, is to focus on the high-traffic areas. These areas would be a great place to focus after entertaining guests for the night. But if the thought of dusting and vacuuming regularly is not appealing, consider asking for help. You could seek a flooring professional’s opinion on switching to a low-maintenance base like laminate and investing in a washable throw rug. Or you could hire a cleaning service, especially over the holiday season. In order to maintain great looking carpets, there’s work to be done.
- Treat Stains Quickly – Most stains are here today and gone tomorrow if your response time is swift. Whether from food or liquid, make sure to pick up the soiled area of any material and quickly spray with a stain remover. Don’t scrub! After reading the stain remover’s instructions, as different solutions may have differing information, blot the moisture away with an absorbent white cloth. Continue to do so until the stain no longer appears on the carpet. After the allotted time, use water to remove the solution with a dampened cloth. This is important because many solutions can leave a residue, which can then later attract dirt to its specific location. Also, remember to keep the liquid on the carpet to a minimum as excess moisture can cause damage to the carpet backing. After the area has been cleansed with water, do not let the carpet air dry. Depending on the type of carpet, this can cause unsightly rings. Instead use another absorbent cloth and cover the entire dampened area. Place a weighted object over the cloth, helping to ensure that the entire area is relieved of any lingering moisture. The next day, simply vacuum the specific area, and voilà, your area is completely restored.
- Leave it to The Pros – Hire a professional to give your carpets a good deep cleaning twice a year. Some carpet warranties actually require it, so you can bet it’s a great practice to keep those comfortable areas plush and radiant.
As one of the experts in the field, Speedy Floor Removal prides itself on delivering exceptional flooring for every home, while offering friendly customer service and advice. Please don’t hesitate to call our top-notch team with any question regarding your carpeting or other flooring needs. We’re here to help.
Happy Holidays from the team at Speedy Floor Removal!
