Carpet Cleaning Guide

Protect your carpet color

In addition to frequent vacuuming, its important to clean your carpet on a regular basis. Cleaning systems will remove the oily, sticky soil that vacuums can’t take out, and will help keep your carpet looking great over time.

Cleaning systems target the soils that result from cooking vapors, air pollution, and tracked-in dirt. The particles of oily soil deposited on carpet fibers can cause gradual but significant dulling of colors. The color isn’t lost, but is hidden under the film. If this type of soil is allowed to accumulate, it begins to attract and hold the dry soil.

Get on a cleaning schedule

If carpet is cleaned before it becomes too unsightly, the cleaning chore will be easier and more successful. Carpet in a typical household should be cleaned every 12 to 18 months, depending on the number of residents and amount of activity. See the cleaning chart below.

Choosing the proper cleaning system is important. Some systems may leave residues which accelerate re-soiling and defeats the whole purpose of cleaning.

Shaws choice: Hot water extraction

Research indicates that the hot water extraction system provides the best capability for cleaning. This system is commonly referred to as “steam cleaning,” although no steam is actually generated. The process consists of applying a cleaning agent into the carpet pile and using water in the extractor to recover the used solution and soil.  This can be done from a truck-mounted unit outside the home with only the hose and wand brought inside or by a portable system brought into the home.

Shaw warranties require that the homeowner be able to show proof of periodic cleaning by hot water extraction (commonly called “steam” cleaning) by a professional cleaning service, using equipment that is certified under the Carpet and Rug Institute’s Seal of Approval program.

Professional advantages

Professional carpet cleaners are a great choice for your floor. Their cleaning equipment has more extraction power than the rental units available to individuals, and the carpet should dry more quickly. True professionals also understand the equipment, know the proper cleaning agents for the situation at hand, and recognize the differences in fibers and carpet construction.

Locate a professional carpet cleaner

Effective January 1, 2008, professional service must be performed by an IICRC (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification) certified firm.** You may contact the IICRC at 1-800-835-4624 for information. This organization maintains a national directory of independent professional cleaners who are trained and certified in a variety of cleaning specialties. IICRC certified cleaner in Franklin, TN

Information has been provided by Carpet Technologies of Franklin, TN and Shaw Industries.

Carpet Technologies believes in one on one service with 100% satisfaction with special focus on the importance of customer satisfaction. As a carpet cleaning and repair company, we offer a wide selection of cleaning and repair services and offer free no obligation on site or telephone estimates for all of your carpet cleaning needs.  We specialize in carpet cleaning, stain removal, carpet repair & re-stretching, color restoration, pet stain & odor restoration, area rug cleaning, upholstery cleaning, tile & grout cleaning and water damage restoration.  We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If a spot returns within 30 days so do we at no charge. If you’re not satisfied with the results we will return at no additional charge. If you’re still not satisfied we will give you a full refund on your service. My business partner Tommy Morrow and I, have worked together in the carpet cleaning and restoration industry since 1996. Carpet Technologies has serviced Franklin, Brentwood & Spring Hill TN area since 2006

We’ve all had it happen~

Whether it’s a
dropped plate on the way to the dinner table, orange juice spilled at
breakfast, those red wine spots from last nights impromptu gathering… accidents
do happen, so try not to get too upset. Follow these guidelines, and
you have a better chance of getting your carpets looking good again.

Act
Immediately!  Today,
most carpet available has been treated with a stain-resist treatment.
Many spills can be removed or considerably reduced if immediate action is
taken. The longer the delay, the higher the probability of a spill becoming a
permanent stain. Remember, staining is influenced by many factors, and no
carpet is completely stain proof.

Dab liquids with a
dry, white, absorbent cloth or white (no printing) paper towels. It’s important
not to use printed or dyed towels for this, especially if you’ve got lighter
colored carpets, transfer does happen! White terry cloth or microfiber
towels are great to have on hand for this purpose.

Blot – Don’t Scrub the area! Scrubbing can cause pile distortion. Continue to use a white cloth or
paper towels until the area is completely dry. For semi-solids, gently scrape
up with a spoon. Break up and vacuum solids away.

Googling stain
treatments can be tempting, but remember that a carpet is a big investment~ in
order to keep it looking great for longer, sometimes you just have to call a
professional Carpet Cleaner. Some home remedies and ‘tricks’ can actually set the spot,
turning it into a permanent stain that can be expensive, or worse still,
impossible to remove. Find a reputable Carpet Cleaner Franklin TN, Carpet Cleaner Brentwood TN
and ask them for a free, no obligation quote. Better yet, if you’re in the Franklin
TN or Nashville TN area, Call Carpet Technologies carpet cleaning, repair &
restoration services of Franklin TN, we can take care of it for you! We’ll
visit you on site for a free quote, and since all our technicians carry the
tools of the trade on board, chances are we can take care of it straight away.

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We take pride in offering a state of the art Are Rug cleaning procedure, where we gently, yet thoroughly, hand clean Oriental rugs such as Persian, Indian, Chinese, Afghan, and so many more. In our years of service, we have handled textiles weaved in various parts of the world, from Turkey and Morocco to Portugal and Spain, as well as the many countries in between. Our certified rug specialists treat each rug with special attention and the cleaning process in customized for each particular type of fiber, whether natural or synthetic, such as wool, cotton, jute, silk, sisal, polyester, nylon, acrylic, and more.

Area rugs are cleaned at our rug spa is located at 1118 W. main Street Franklin, TN.  the rugs are inspected to determine the correct cleaning process needed. Rugs are then tested for color fastness to test if colors bleed. We apply dye stabalizer to prevent any color loss or bleeding. Rugs are then dusted using a commercial rug beater and washed using different methods depending on fiber type, age and condition of rug. The cleaning methods we use are complete submersion in water and appropriate cleaning products and then flushed and fresh water rinsed thoroughly, steam clean and rinse extraction. Fringes are treated separately and hand cleaned in order to achieve the best cleaning results as well as to prevent damage.

For more information on area rug cleaning Franklin TN, or Brentwood TN call Carpet Technologies at 615-972-1441