Carpets are gentle on bare feet, absorb noise, and add beauty and character to a room. However, they can also collect a lot of dirt, and that dirt can be spread around your home. Here are ways to maintain carpets, protect their beauty, and support the overall cleanliness of your home.
First Things: Cleaning Spills and Vacuuming
No matter the type of fabric, all carpet spills need to be misted with warm water and blotted up right away. Use only white towels, whether they be paper or cloth, for colored towels may stain the fibers. Don’t rub at the stain because that will only spread the stain around. It will also make the carpet fires mat down. One idea is to place a damp cloth over the spill, put a couple of bricks on it, and let it sit for a few hours to absorb the stain.
When it comes to vacuuming, most carpets can be cleaned by using the beater bar. If you believe the carpet is too delicate, use the floor setting. A carpet that’s in a high traffic area can probably stand to be vacuumed even once a day. Vacuum other areas every week or so. It’s also good practice to have people take their shoes off before they walk on your carpet.
Maintaining Your Wool Carpet
Wool not only feels good but resists stains and is actually fire retardant. A carpet made entirely of wool is expensive, so a wool carpet is often blended with other materials. When it come to cleaning, treat a wool carpet like a wool sweater. Never use steam or hot water to clean it because it will shrink. Have a professional clean the carpet every other year, depending on the traffic it gets.
Maintaining an Acrylic Carpet
Acrylic has some of the same qualities as natural wool, but it’s much less expensive, easier to maintain but not as durable. Acrylic carpets shed dirt, and resist mildew, insect damage and abrasion. These carpets are easy to clean with both dry and wet vacuuming. Have a professional perform wet vacuuming if you’re anxious about doing it yourself.
Maintaining a Polyester Carpet
A polyester carpet is prized for the brilliant colors it can hold. It feels cool beneath the feet, is mildew-resistant and resists stains that aren’t oil-based. It’s tough enough to be an indoor/outdoor carpet. You can use a mild detergent to blot up spills, but spot test first in an inconspicuous area. Vacuum a polyester carpet once a week, and have a professional deep clean it once or twice a year.
A clean and well-cared-for carpet is a key to a cleaner home. If you need carpet cleaning services, don’t wait to get in touch with our experts at J Brian Day of Bellingham, Massachusetts.
