What is carpet extractor?
Carpet extractors are generally meant for commercial use, and are designed to be more powerful and self-contained, due to the large amount of square feet they need to be used over. After soaping the carpeted area, they extract nearly all of the liquid, taking the dirt with them.
Is carpet cleaner cheaper than professional cleaning?
Carpet cleaners are a versatile and affordable way to make sure your carpets look and feel brand-new. They are much less expensive than paying for professional carpet cleaning. Here are just some of the features and benefits available:
What is the best way to clean wool carpet?
Always clean wool and wool-blend carpets using “woolsafe” products, avoiding high pH cleaners (above 8.0). Avoid bleach, harsh chemicals, or alkaline household products as it will discolor or damage wool. Use a professional carpet cleaning company if needed.
What to do if your carpet ripples?
Wrinkling – If ripples occur, call us. It may be necessary to professionally restretch your carpet or install a new pad.
Why does my carpet color change?
Pile reverse or shading – this color change may occur in various parts of the carpet, caused by light being reflected in different ways as pile fibers are bent in different directions. This is characteristic of plush carpet and not a defect.
How to clean oil based stains?
Vacuum in the direction of the pile. Act quickly to clean spills. If needed, add a small amount of dish detergent to a water mixture to clean sta in, working from outside in . Oil-based stains may require a dry-cleaning liquid. Do NOT scrub or rub.
How to remove solid build up?
Remove solid built up materials with a rounded tablespoon, spatula, or edge of a plastic scraper
Can you scrub a rug?
Do NOT scrub or rub. If your rug is finished with an indoor/outdoor appropriate binding material, the rug can be taken outside, hosed down, and cleaned with water and dish detergent. Rugs can be hung and allowed to fully dry before being returned to their place.
Can you clean silk rugs?
Professional cleaning is recommended. Consult a rug cleaning specialist for additional information about cleaning silk.
