Thursday, October 22, 2009

Carpet Cleaning For Homes Overview

By Joanne Anderson

Many Carpet Cleaning companies have natural products and equipment that provide excellent cleaning results. These companies are often the first choice for individuals who are concerned about the impact of chemicals on the environment.

The companies that use non-toxic products and equipment that does not have a negative impact on the environment are considered eco-friendly. The companies work very hard to ensure that their provide the required services and quality without creating damage to the members of a household or the environment.

Until the past few years many of the chemical that were used for Carpet Cleaning were very toxic and produced severe reactions in individuals who had a sensitivity to these chemicals. The threads of a carpet were worn more quickly when these chemicals were used regularly on them as well.

People suffering from auto-immune deficiencies often have very severe reactions to many chemicals used to clean carpets. As the incidence of auto-immune deficiency has risen throughout the world many Carpet Cleaning companies have begun to invest in products and equipment that is less toxic yet provides the same quality of cleanliness that the harsher chemicals do.

Using biological products instead of chemical based products allows Carpet Cleaning companies to provide the same high level of service to their customers without taking the risk of causing illness to a homes inhabitants. Biological cleaners do not cause damage to the carpets that the more harsh chemicals do.

Using products that are environmentally friendly allows Carpet Cleaning companies the ability to service a diverse population that may not have been able to use their services before. These products can include orange extracts and other plant combinations that leave a carpet clean and smelling fresh.

In a busy home there are often spills that take place on a carpet in between Carpet Cleaning. In order to address these small spills and avoid severe staining of the carpet fabric there are many natural products that can be used that will be effective.

One important consideration when spot Cleaning Carpets is to blot, not rub, the area that is being cleaned. Rubbing detergent or cleaning solution into a carpet often will embed the stain and make it very difficult to remove. Blotting liquids such as wine with club soda will often remove this stain. Any residual stain can be easily removed by blotting the area with a solution of mild detergent and water.

White vinegar and water solutions work as a great natural cleaner for most carpets. This solution also removes the odor of pet stains.

Pouring salt on a wet spot on a carpet will cause the liquid to be absorbed in the salt and, after drying, the salt can be vacuumed up. If there is a residual stain left one can use the vinegar and water solution to blot the area and remove any staining that has been left.

Hydrogen peroxide and water used in a half and half solution work very well on stains. This solution must be tried on a small inconspicuous spot first though to make sure that the color will not be removed from the carpet.

In some instances it will be necessary to have a Carpet Cleaning company come and do an early cleaning of the home carpet. The company will have more products and equipment available to remove tough stains and in some cases this is the only alternative for stains that resist removal using regular home products.

About the Author:

1 comment:

San Jose Carpet Cleaning said...

It is amazing the power of Hydrogen Peroxide. And the results after use become water. A great replacement for chlorine bleach.