Carpet Cleaning

The most popular method of carpet cleaning is Steam Cleaning. With this method the carpet is first sprayed with a cleaning solution and then the solution is extracted from the carpet removing the soil. Carpet will dry within a day after cleaning with this method.

In trying to evaluate the best carpet cleaning methods, remember that one method may work better than others, depending on the type or kind of carpet being cleaned. Dry carpet cleaning methods may work well for most carpet made from natural fibers that cannot withstand much moisture. Traditional carpet cleaning methods include hot water, steam cleaning or carpet shampooing and work best for carpets made from man-made fibers such as polyester or Teflon-coated fibers.

While choosing the cleaning method, it is important to identify the fiber. For instance, a carpet made from coarse synthetic fibers is a low maintenance product, and in most cases, can be shampooed without damaging the carpet. However, a carpet made from soft natural fibers, such as wool, is a high maintenance product.

Another important point to note is that you should never brush or scrub the spill or stain as it can damage the carpet fibers and then possibly set the stain permanently.

Carpets can be cleaned well with the right cleaning method. Manufacturers recommend methods depending on the carpet fiber, usually wool, polyester, olefin or polypropylene, nylon, silk, cotton or a blend of two or more of these. Once the fiber or blend of fibers used in a particular carpet is identified, the right solution can be selected.