- VACUUMING. This should be on a regular basis, preferably once a week. Heavy vacuuming is recommended for high traffic areas. Initially, when the flooring is laid, vacuum lightly and often to remove all surface material such as dust and fluff. After that, once a week is sufficient to ensure that the look of the material is prolonged. Consider a vacuum cleaner with a rotating brush that agitates the pile and loosens stain particles trapped in the fiber.
- STEAM CLEANING. This will depend on usage. A carpet should be professionally steam cleaned every year and a half to remove any stick stain that has lodged into the fiber. Consult a professional cleaning company. Most carpeting has stain protector applied during manufacturing. As it is not 100 percent stain proof, initial procedure must be followed to avoid disappointment when it comes to its look.
- CLEANING SPILLS AND SPOTS RIGHT AWAY. This should be done using cleaning products that will not damage the floor covering or cause it to re-soil faster. Check with the manufacturer to find out what is the best solution for a particular carpet style, the color and texture.
- STOP DIRT AT THE DOOR. This could be done with the use of mats in and outside, removing shoes off when entering the house. Furthermore, it is also a good idea to change air filters to minimize the presence of airborne dust particles.
Carpet is a low-maintenance option for floors, especially when compared to hardwood which could be noisy and need regular maintenance and could scratch easily. Carpet simply needs a good weekly vacuum and attend to spills immediately to keep the material looking good. However, no carpet will last forever or is one hundred percent soil proof. With regular vacuuming and care, the life of the carpet could be extended for years to the look and performance of new flooring. Although the carpets today seldom wear out, the look would start to change gradually in time until its appearance will no longer be acceptable. Carpet is a textile fabric and by nature a variable product. It could slightly differ in texture or color from one carpeting to another. The performance will differ, depending on use and care. All flooring will change color and texture with use, but bigger changes could be expected when it is exposed to sunlight, the heaviest traffic, moisture or other conditions. It is subject to more abuse than any other furnishing in the home. The amount of care for it could impact its long-term look. So, how should one deal with carpet caring? The following are some guidelines to ensure effective caring for carpet flooring.
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