Caring for your Carpets & Upholstery, Part 3

When accidents happen

Accidents will happen, but carpets and fabrics will stay looking their best if prompt
action is taken. Act immediately, before the spill spreads too far or penetrates the
fibres.
• Scrape up solids with a spoon or palette knife, always working towards the centre of
the spillage to avoid spreading it further.
• Blot up liquids with a clean white cloth or paper towel. Do not rub the affected area,
as this might cause the liquid to penetrate further into the carpet or fabric fibres
• Most spillages that are allowed to dry overnight will become difficult to remove.
Hot tea and coffee in particular, if they become heat set, can result in a permanent
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Caring for your Carpets & Upholstery, Part 2

Regular vacuuming
Regular vacuuming is the surest way to keep carpets looking their best.
Vacuum your carpets three times a week using a quality vacuum cleaner. Upholstery
should also be vacuumed regularly, using the appropriate attachment. For best results,
rake your carpet before vacuuming to loosen dirt, pet hairs and raise the pile.

Caring for your Carpets & Upholstery, Part 1

Just as the clothes we wear need regular cleaning to keep them at their best and make

them last longer, so do our carpets and soft furnishings. Proper maintenance will

extend their useful life and preserve their appearance for years. Failure to take care of

them will result in premature wear.

This is a guide to caring for your carpets and upholstery. Refer to this information

between Chem-Dry professional cleans.

Prevention

Prevention is better than cure. Ensure you have good doormats to prevent as much dirt

as possible from being carried through your home.

Encourage everyone to use the mats and clean them regularly to ensure their

effectiveness.