Common Carpet Cleaning Mistakes Everyone Should Avoid

Posted on Thursday, October 10th, 2019

It’s safe to say that carpets aren’t just something you can easily replace, yet it’s something that we use almost everyday as we go about doing our day-to-day tasks at home. Proper upkeep and maintenance of carpets are essential, however not many people know how to do it correctly. To protect your carpet and help it last longer, here are several common carpet cleaning mistakes that everyone should avoid:

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Mistake #1 Leaving the Stain For Too Long

No matter how busy you are, the last thing you’d want to do is leave stains on your carpet untouched long after it’s happened. As time goes by, any spills will settle deeper into the carpet fibres and dry up to cause a stubborn stain. Luckily, professional cleaners should be able to assist with severe types of carpet stains that have been left for a long period of time. However, to avoid the situation in the first place, our tip is to start cleaning any spills on your carpet immediately.

Mistake #2 Using Coloured Cloths/Towels

Although you want to tend to fixing your carpet as soon as possible, don’t just grab any towel or cloth in your home. Often, coloured materials transfer stains onto your carpet, so whenever possible, have white and plain cloths available in your home in case of an unexpected spill.

Mistake #3 Not Testing Out Carpet Cleaners

Not all carpet cleaners work for every type of carpet. Some problems you could come across include discolouration of your carpet or an unpleasant residue left behind by the carpet cleaning solution. We recommend you spot test a small area of your carpet to see if there are any adverse effects.

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Mistake #4 Rubbing the Carpet

Blot, don’t rub! It’s easy to vigorously start scrubbing away at your carpet, but this in turn could make things a lot worse. By rubbing in wide, circular movements, you’re essentially making it easier for the spill to spread across to the surrounding areas of the carpet – the opposite of what you’d want to achieve. Our tip is to gently blot away at the spill, by grabbing a cloth and pressing down in small areas until you’ve absorbed as much of the spill as possible.

Mistake #5 Soaking Your Carpet When Cleaning

You could easily end up soaking or over shampooing your carpet, making it harder to wash away and dry. Carpet shampooing  excessively could be a problem, as you need to shampoo carpet until water is clear. With a soaked carpet, it’s more likely that the spill will spread out and make things even more of a headache for the future.

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Mistake #6 Skipping Professional Carpet Cleaning

Carpets should be professionally cleaned at least once a year – more if you have high traffic in your home, have pets, smoke, or have small children. There are simply things that professional carpet cleaners can do that regular vacuuming alone can’t ever achieve. At Myhome Carpet Cleaning, we have dedicated services for cleaning your carpets, upholstery, rugs, and other fabrics – with quick turnaround time. Professional cleaners also know how to avoid common carpet streaks after cleaning. It’s an investment to ensure the longevity of your carpets that are healthier, safer, and more comfortable for you and your family.

Maintaining your carpets as vibrant as you first bought them can be achievable by avoiding these common carpet cleaning mistakes. With the proper know-how and cleaning products, there are many ways you can upkeep your carpets regularly at home. For the deeper carpet cleans or stubborn stains that don’t seem to ever budge, there are professional carpet cleaners dedicated to getting the job done.

Experience the feeling of soft, fresh, and brand-new-like carpets with the specialist carpet cleaning services at Myhome. We’re the experts in all your carpet cleaning needs – get your free quote by calling on 13 22 31 or conveniently fill out our online form and we’ll respond right away.