Carpets, like no other interior element, tend to accumulate dust and dirt. The accumulation of dirt not only deteriorates the color of the carpet, but also promotes the appearance of moths. Therefore, any carpet requires regular cleaning with a frequency that depends on the operating conditions and the degree of contamination. Too frequent cleaning is not recommended as it can damage the pile structure of the carpet.
Carpet cleaningshould always be done on a hard, flat surface. It is a mistake to think that you need to hang the carpet for cleaning. In this case, the pile will not be cleaned sufficiently, but will only break and look shabby.
It is believed that to make the carpet pile shine more, it should be wiped with ammonia or gasoline. In fact, you should never do this, because ammonia will make the pile dull and faded over time, and it will be impossible to remove greasy gasoline stains.
The best solution is to have the carpet cleaned by a specialized cleaning company. However, there are buyers who do not trust such companies and prefer to clean the carpet themselves.
By following some of the recommendations of our experts, you can clean your carpet at home without ruining it.
The simplest and easiest way to clean your carpet is with a vacuum cleaner. Vacuuming can be done about 1-2 times a week, but the power of the vacuum cleaner should be moderate.
Another way is to turn the carpet with the wrong side up and gently knock out the accumulated dust and debris. Then the carpet is turned face up and brushed in the direction of the pile.
The more expensive the carpet, the more careful and accurate the care should be.
Once every six months, the carpet is wet cleaned. After the dust has been removed using one of the above methods, the carpet can be wiped with a cloth dampened with water and ammonia. But first, you should make sure that the carpet will not lose its colors under the influence of such a solution. To do this, a piece of white cloth is moistened in the prepared solution and laid on top of the carpet pile, if after a few minutes the paint does not appear, then the carpet can be safely wiped.
When caring for the carpet, make sure that the carpet is not in areas with high humidity. Do not place vases or flower pots on the carpet. The presence of moisture in the pile will eventually destroy it and holes will begin to form. If it does happen that moisture gets on the carpet, you should blot the particularly wet spots with a dry cloth and take the carpet out into the air to dry it completely. The carpet must be dried in the shade; direct sunlight adversely affects the color of the pile, which can quickly fade.
Another problem faced by carpet owners is the presence of animals in the house. Cats or dogs can go to the toilet on the carpet and the resulting stain will definitely color the pile yellow. To avoid this, you should immediately pour plenty of water on the stain (avoiding contact with non-contaminated areas) and wipe it with a dry cloth. The procedure should be carried out several times until the dirt is washed out and the carpet is air-dried. It is advisable to have the carpet soiled in this way cleaned by a specialized company.
Avoid cleaning the carpet with various stain removers and detergents. In case of grease, it is better to sprinkle the greasy spot with talcum powder, salt or baking soda and send the carpet to a dry cleaner. There is no single recipe for removing stains. Each type of contaminant is removed in a different way.
However, if you have ruined your favorite carpet during the cleaning process, or your pet has ruined it a little, or it needs restoration due to time, improper storage, our specialists will be happy to help you. We can restore the pile of the carpet, change the fringe, align the edges of the carpet, remove holes, cuts, and burned areas.
By restoring your favorite carpet, our specialists will preserve and prolong its life. And it will delight you for many years to come!
