Costly Carpet Cleaning Mistakes
Vacuuming after cleaning a carpet with water and cleaning solution is important.
Cleaning a carpet is an essential task that uses various methods to keep a carpet free of dirt, odors, and germs. However, several common mistakes often occur under novice care that can adversely affect carpeting. Homeowners should be aware of these mistakes to avoid accidentally ruining a carpet.
Excess cleaning chemicals
Using excess chemicals when cleaning a carpet does not result in a cleaner carpet. It wastes the cleaning solution, can damage the carpet fibers, and often leaves behind a sticky residue that can irritate people or pets in the home and cause dirt and dust to become easily trapped in the carpet fibers. Be sure to follow the instructions on the cleaning solution to avoid waste, damage, and irritation.
Leaving a carpet damp
Vacuuming after cleaning a carpet with water and cleaning solution is important. Wet carpet fibers are prone to damage, mold, and trapping dirt and dust. Vacuuming helps dry carpet fibers so they’re left strong and ready for use.
Uneven vacuuming
It’s easy to lose focus while vacuuming, but this often means that certain parts of the carpet are missed. Be sure to vacuum in a regular pattern so that even without close attention, the vacuum is sure to pass over all parts of the carpet.
Allowing dirt to accumulate
Allowing dirt to accumulate can damage the carpet fibers and decrease the carpet’s longevity. Carpets should be vacuumed at least twice a week, possibly more depending on foot traffic, to ensure that the carpet is clean and the fibers are strong.
Not testing a new cleaning product
Always test a new cleaning product on a small portion of the carpeting before using it across the entire carpet. Some carpet cleaning products can bleach certain materials, so while a product may work well on some carpeting, it could ruin others.
Most carpet cleaning mistakes are easily avoided once homeowners are aware of them. Keep these mistakes in mind to ensure that carpeting is left clean, strong, and safe from damage. When in doubt, consulting a professional is always cheaper than replacing a damaged carpet.
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