Sometimes an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure. That's certainly true when it comes to your carpets. While it's always a good idea to have your carpets professionally cleaned on a regular basis, there are things you can do to keep them looking good between cleanings. 3 Ways to Keep Your Carpet Clean 1. Wipe your feet - There's no doubt you heard … [Read more...] about How to Keep Your Carpets Looking Their Best Between Cleanings
How to Hide a Carpet Stain until You can Have It Cleaned
It's just your luck. The day before a big family event you or someone else spills something on your carpet. There isn't time to have it professionally cleaned before the big day, so what do you do? Here are a couple of options to hold you over until you can get a professional carpet cleaner to come to your home. Dark Stains or Spots If the stain or spot is a … [Read more...] about How to Hide a Carpet Stain until You can Have It Cleaned
2 Myths about Carpet Cleaning
Like anything in life, there are things about carpet cleaning that people tend to take for granted. They assume they know something because it seems like common knowledge. They might not know where they picked up the bit of information, but they think they know it to be true. That goes for carpet cleaning as well. There a couple of carpet cleaning myths that you need to … [Read more...] about 2 Myths about Carpet Cleaning
Keeping Your Upholstered Furniture Looking its Best
Chances are you have a favorite spot to sit in your home. Whether it is a chair or sofa, daily, continuous, use can leave it soiled and not looking as good as it could. There are ways, however, to keep your upholstered furniture in good shape which in turn will extend the life of your furniture and save you money. There are several ways you can remove stains and … [Read more...] about Keeping Your Upholstered Furniture Looking its Best
Why it is Important to Clean Water Damaged Carpets Immediately
Water damage is a homeowner's worst nightmare. It can happen quickly and without warning. Whether it is a storm or a broken pipe, your home and carpets will begin to show the effects of water damage almost immediately, and that's why you can't wait to start the cleanup process. Oftentimes when a home has water damage, people think one of two things about their carpets. … [Read more...] about Why it is Important to Clean Water Damaged Carpets Immediately
How to Remove Pet Stains from Your Carpet
You love your pets and consider them a part of your family, but there is no doubt that they can have accidents on your carpets leading to stains and odors. That's why if you do have cats and dogs in your home it is important to know how to clean pet stains. Cleaning New Stains If you find a pet stain from urine that is still fresh, meaning wet, it is easier to … [Read more...] about How to Remove Pet Stains from Your Carpet
Did You Know Your Carpet is One Giant Filter?
There is a good chance that you change the filters on your air conditioner or heating unit on a regular basis. It only makes sense. A dirty filter will allow more pollutants in your home and your unit won't work as well, but did you know that your carpet is a filter as well? It is and it needs to be cleaned just like the one on your HVAC. In fact, your carpet is the … [Read more...] about Did You Know Your Carpet is One Giant Filter?
Do Spots Keep Coming Back on Your Carpet? Here’s Why
It seems no matter how careful you are accidents and spills happen. Whether you spill a glass of red wine or your pet didn't make it outside to do their business on time, sooner or later you will have to clean up a mess, but once you do, you would assume it was all behind you. That is until the spot comes back. While it is frustrating, there are a couple of reasons this … [Read more...] about Do Spots Keep Coming Back on Your Carpet? Here’s Why
3 Benefits of Clean Carpet
When it comes to the different aspects of your home, your carpet might not be the first thing on your mind but is should be. Your carpets have a direct impact on the comfort and enjoyment of your home and even the health of your family. In fact, there are three main benefits to a clean carpet. No matter how nicely decorated your home is, if your carpets are soiled … [Read more...] about 3 Benefits of Clean Carpet
How to Remove Gum and Wax from Your Carpets
Whether you've carried it in on your shoes or one of your kids drops it into the carpet, gum can be difficult to remove. The same goes for candle wax. These two can turn your favorite carpet into a mess in no time, but both can also be removed. Get Ready to Remove Gum from Your Carpet One of the easiest ways to remove gum is to freeze it. Take an ice cube from your … [Read more...] about How to Remove Gum and Wax from Your Carpets
