To get your carpets to look spick and span can feel like chasing the rainbow, particularly when you are looking for that fresh scent or spotless appearance. Trust me, this is not rocket-science! You can take control of your carpet cleaning by following this comprehensive guide, recommended reading?
Step 1 – Triage Your Carpet
You’ve probably heard that “A stitch done in time will save nine.” This is the truth about treating stains. As soon as the wine is spilled, wipe it up. Do not rub the spill – this will just push it further into the fibers. You’ll have to deal with it later. Vacuuming dry debris will work. Take out pet hair and crumbs.
Step 2: Choosing Your Arsenal
You can easily become overwhelmed by the number of cleaning products available. If you’re using a store bought concoction or a DIY water-vinegar mixture, test it first on a small hidden area. Imagine bleaching your entire carpet by accident! Not very fun.
You should have a good vacuum, a brush made of soft bristles, as well as a steam cleaning machine in your toolkit. Club soda is a popular way to remove stains. Who am I then to dispute? The bubbly magic of club soda has saved more carpets than you can imagine (and many marriages too, let’s not lie).
Step 3: Deep Clean Dance
Alright, so you’ve prepped. Remove all the furniture in your room. You want to be able to reach every inch of the carpet. Start by doing a thorough vacuuming. Think of this as a crucial warm-up before the game. Bring out the big guns next: the steamer. Follow the directions to the letter. Don’t over-saturate carpets – no one wants mold hidden underneath.
Northern Beaches Carpet Cleaning
90 Mona Vale Rd, Warriewood NSW 2102
(02) 8311 0608