1. Use doormats outside your home’s entrances and runners inside to help reduce soil and moisture in high-traffic areas. Clean or replace them regularly.
2. Vacuum often. Tiny particles of dirt abrade and wear down the carpet pile. Vacuum at least twice a week using an upright vacuum with a beater bar.
3. Keep dark colors from fading by closing draperies or blinds when sunlight beats down on the floor. Consider low E-glass or adding film to windows to reduce the harm caused by the sun’s rays.
4. For food and beverage stains, immediately pick up what remains of the spill and the blot (don’t rub) the area. Rubbing or scrubbing will push the stain into the carpet. Use a cloth dipped into warm water with a small amount of mild detergent.
5. Keep all strong chemicals and bleaches away from your carpet.
6. Professional cleaning using hot water extraction can be done every 12 to 18 months to refresh the look of your carpet.
THANKS JENN
ReplyDeleteHey, Jen! These are the very methods we should do to maintain furniture and carpets. But lately, it is kind of difficult for my wife and me to do all of these because of work. We barely have time to go out for dinner! But to make up for it, we conduct general cleanings every Sunday. It sure does pay off!
ReplyDeletePete Henderson