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Getting Prepared For Your Carpet Cleaner's Arrival
While part of the joy of hiring a professional includes having someone else do the dirty work, taking these pro-active steps can help make sure you get the cleanest carpet possible and the biggest bang for your buck.
Vacuum, if needed
Removing as much debris and dirt from the carpet fiber prior to a cleaning can help ensure your carpet cleaner focuses on the deep down soiled-in dirt. Some carpet cleaning services vacuum the carpet prior to beginning their work. Others rely on you, the homeowner, to do so. Ask your carpet cleaning professional whether or not you need to vacuum before they arrive.
Dust and clean baseboards and HVAC registers
While not dusting or cleaning your baseboards of HVAC registers prior to the carpet cleaner's arrival won't inhibit their job in any way, you should still complete these tasks. Clearing these areas of dirt and debris can help ensure the carpet doesn't become dirty quickly following a cleaning.
Remove fragile and valuable items
Porcelain knick-knacks, fine china, collectibles and any other potentially fragile or breakable items should be removed from the cleaning area and placed in a safe area.
While many carpet cleaning companies thoroughly screen and vet their employees, it's also a good idea to remove any items of value from rooms with carpeting you hire them to clean. Store your valuables behind a locked door or in your car's trunk.
Move furniture, if necessary
Your carpet cleaner may offer a discount for focusing on high foot traffic areas or cleaning a room that's empty. On the other hand, you may want to ensure your carpet is totally clean from wall to wall. Some companies charge a fee for moving furniture, and others won't move your furniture at all, so ask about furniture when making an appointment.
Remove smaller items from the floor
Floor lamps, waste baskets, toys and clothing or shoes should all be moved out of the area that requires cleaning. It's also a good idea to lift up and secure things like bedspreads, drapes or dust ruffles with a clothespin to prevent them from getting in the way of a carpet cleaner's tools.
Secure Pets
If you own pets, secure them in an area that is not set to be cleaned so they are not in the way of the cleaning equipment. Outside or in the garage are ideal for large dogs, however for smaller or indoor pets you can set them up in a bathroom with their food and water until the cleaning process is complete.
Free up a parking spot
If your carpet cleaner uses truck-mounted equipment, they'll need to park their vehicle as close as possible to an entry door in order to run hoses for their cleaning equipment. Make sure your family's vehicles aren't obstructing their work.
Point out areas of concern
Showing a professional carpet cleaner the stains, spots or high traffic areas you're most concerned with will help make sure the carpet cleaner won't miss those areas during the cleaning process.
Removing Grease and Oil Stains from your Upholstery
As we like to maintain a clean home, so do we try to maintain the life of our vehicle, however whether it’s you or your service technician, between trips from under the hood to behind the wheel, your car’s upholstery is bound to rack up some grease spots. But don’t despair, there are simple methods to removing those unsightly grease and oil spots and returning your car’s upholstery to it’s pristine condition again.
Method number one:
• First blot or scrape (using a old table knife, metal paint scraper or plastic spoon) away excess grease or oil from the upholstery.
• Second squeeze a small amount of grease cutting liquid dish detergent directly on the stain and allow it to sit undisturbed for three to five minutes.
• Third, blot the stain with a dry paper towel to soak up the detergent, then use a damp sponge or cloth to remove the remaining detergent. Rinse and wring the cloth or sponge several times until the deterrent has been removed.
Method number two:
• First blot or scrape (using a old table knife, metal paint scraper or plastic spoon) away excess grease or oil from the upholstery.
• Second place a brown paper bag or sack over the grease stain and then using a warm iron, iron over the bag and the grease or oil with absorb into the paper. You can also use wax paper, shiny side down, in lea of a paper bag.
• Third, rub the remaining stain with a sprayable carpet shampoo, finish by blotting the shampoo up with a dry towel.
DIY Carpet Dyeing to Reguvenate your Carpets
Carpets are subjected to wear and tear during regular use.
Sunlight, moisture, pets, accidental spillovers etc. are very common factors
that tarnish and fade away your expensive carpets. Replacing them with a new
one after every three or four years of usage isn’t really an option for most
people. A normal household can go for carpet dye which is inexpensive and easy
to apply. It can totally rejuvenate the existing home decors. Carpet dye comes
in various colors, so you can choose the one that suits best. You can dye it
yourself or get professional help. We will discuss both ways to dye the carpet
– personally & professionally.
How to dye carpet yourself.
Dying carpet is not a complicated procedure .You can dye it
yourself, but the results will be obviously better if you go for professional
services. Anyways, to start dying procedures make sure you have good dye,
sprayer, vacuum cleaner and brush.
Step1: Clean the carpet thoroughly with your vacuum
cleaner. You can also use professional equipment like dust extractor &
shampooing machine to deep clean the carpet. Carpet cleaning before dye
application is done to make the carpet fibers untangle and get fresh, so that
they can easily absorb the carpet dye. And do not forget to remove all your
furniture from the room. The walls also need covering, to protect from acidic
dye stains.
Step2: Before full application, the dye needs to be
tested for results. Take a small portion of carpet dye and mix with other
supporting agents, as instructed on the packet. Fill it in the sprayer and
spray at the chosen test area of carpet. Let the dye dry and check if the color
& appearance is okay or not.
Step3: if you are happy with the results, spray the
dye all over the carpet carefully so that no portion is left. Here a brush can
be used to distribute the dye uniformly. Leave the carpet to dry on own. Do not
allow anybody to enter the room.
How to dye carpet professionally?
To dye carpet professionally, you don’t need to follow any
methods or steps. Only thing required is to research well and find the best
agency for your needs. The people who dye the carpet are professionally trained
and hold license for doing the work. They can bring the best possible results.
Carpet dyeing may be an option for a landlord or property
manager that just can afford to replace the carpets, but need to get that house
or apartment ready for the next tenant. Carpet dyeing could be the
affordable answer.
One such professional company is A Plus Carpet Cleaning of
Redding, Ca .You can rest assured that the professionals at A Plus Carpet
Cleaning of Redding, Ca will always be professional and provide you with a high
quality of service. They specialize in Area rug cleaning, residential and
commercial carpet cleaning, carpet dying, carpet repairs and stretching,
upholstery cleaning, hard surface cleaning, and much more. Call Damon
Rydell of A Plus Carpet Cleaning anytime at (530) 223-4723.
Caring for Shag Carpeting and Area Rugs
Have you heard about shag rugs? One of the stunning rug
designs available nowadays. It is recognized by its unkempt appearance. It’s a
thrilling idea to buy but maintaining it is not so cool. You may be thinking,
“Then why do people buy it?”
This is because of:
•Royal appearance
•User friendly
•Long Lasting
•Premium quality
So, do you have the passion for the shag rugs? Have you
already bought and installed them in your home? If the answer to the questions
is yes, then you have come to the right place. A plus carpet cleaning, Redding
ca has been providing quality services and expert guidance to buy and maintain
shag rugs for quite a long time. We make sure you will enjoy the sheer luxury
of such unique carpet and rugs.
Today we are going to unfold some of the secrets of caring
for shag rugs, which makes your task easier. It can be done by yourself or by
hiring a professional service provider.
1) Since, they are not normal rugs, normal vacuuming will
not give better results. You should start row by row and use upholstery
attachments to bring better results. It’s a time consuming process, so do not
plan on cleaning the material if you are pressed for time.
2) Because of bulky size, hand washing and drying is not
easy. It’s better to do machine washing & drying. And take care of the fact
that the shaggy fibers easily get distorted.
3) Because of its structure, it can absorb the
moisture and odors of nearby objects quickly. So, odor control powder, washing,
and moisture control must be ensured regularly.
4) Some shag rugs get yellowish in a year or two, due to its
construction. Most of the time the original look can be restored through dye
treatment and thorough washing.
5) Spot dyeing is not at all easy for these types of rugs
because they fade away between the shaggy structures so quickly. It is
recommended to have the rug or carpet treated with scotchgard to provide a
protective layer of stain resistance.
6) Do not drag furniture over them as the furniture legs can
pull the fibers and cause premature wear on the material.
If cared regularly, these shag rugs will remain your friend
for a long time and bring the warmth and comfort look back into your home.
Enjoy your time walking & lying on the shag rugs. And do
not forget to call us for your high quality cleaning services throughout the
year. Damon Rydell of A
Plus Carpet Cleaning can be reached anytime at (530) 223-4723. Located in
Redding Ca, and servicing Shasta, Tehama, and Butte Counties. We also
specialize in Carpet repair, odor control, urine and pet treatment, carpet
cleaning, tile cleaning, and grout repair.
How to use Carpet Deodorizing Powder.
Many people use a deodorizing powder to help keep their
homes smelling fresh. There are many scented brands of powder available in stores.
But watch out and choose the right one. The wrong selection will create a bad
smell that will be more difficult to gasp and chemicals used in the carpet
deodorizing powder may damage the carpet fibers. Once you have decided and
purchased, it needs to be used properly on the carpet. Here’s some simple
home-use steps to deodorizing carpets at home.
1) Shake well before use.
2) Put small quantity of powder into a bowl. Mix it with
small quantity of baking soda. Usually carpet-deodorizing powder is made up of
baking soda base, suffused with scent. But sometimes due to low quantity of
baking soda, the odor may not properly absorb. The scent will vanish soon, so
baking powder is the key ingredient to solve the prpblem
3) Wear a pair of nitrile rubber gloves on your hands. This
is done to ensure that your hands do not get stains or blemishes due to
allergic reactions.
4) Close the windows and doors for a while to keep the scent
intact in the room.
5) Sprinkle the powder uniformly over the whole carpet area.
Do not sprinkle on the corners because during vacuuming the powder may not get
cleaned up. Even though you use a powerful vacuum cleaner but it can clean up
to 95% of the powder. And the remaining powder may leave spot mark on the
carpets.
6) Open the windows and doors to let the fresh air get mixed
with the scent and create a magical inner environment.
7) Next day vacuum the whole carpet area, specially the
heavy traffic area where powder sets down quickly, due to walking pressure.
8) Be careful not to over apply the powder and to
always vacuum thoroughly. Often times the powder can seep down into the pad
under the carpet. When this happens white streaks or a powdery like residue
could surface when you have your carpets steam cleaned. So again, be sure to do
a good job vacuuming. A professional carpet cleaner will use a rinsing agent to
avoid this from happening.
When you want to leave your residential carpet and
commercial floor cleaning to the professionals, give us a call. You can rest
assured that the professionals at A Plus Carpet Cleaning of Redding, Ca will
always be professional and provide you with a high quality of service. We
specialize in Area rug cleaning, residential and commercial carpet cleaning,
spot dying, tile and grout cleaning, carpet repairs and stretching, upholstery
cleaning, hard surface cleaning, and much more. Call Damon Rydell of A
Plus Carpet Cleaning anytime at (530) 223-4723
How to Remove Pet Hair Using Household items.
Hand- Soak the
palm of your hand and wipe the pet hair in a downward motion, this will cause
the hair to ball up and stick to your damp hand. When the hair gets wet it
becomes heavier and has less static electricity and thus is easier to grip and
remove.
Latex
Glove – Rub the surface with the glove, the pet hair should stick
to the latex. This will also work with rubber gloves or gardening gloves with a
rubber coating on the palm. Dampen the rubber section of the glove for a more
effective hair pick up.
Damp
Sponge – You can use a barely damped kitchen sponge on your low
pile carpets to remove pet hair, although you should vacuum first. Simply rub
the fabric, upholstery or carpet with the sponge and watch the fur rill into
clumps you can them pick up by hand.
Inflated
Balloon – Rub the inflated balloon over the surface that has pet
hair on it. The static of the balloon will attract the pet hair, then collect
it off the balloon and re-use.
Velcro
Curlers – Rub or dab Velcro curlers on hair-covered surfaces to
pick up unwanted hair.
Fabric
Softener Sheets – You can use a dryer sheet to pick up hair off
fabric and carpets. Misting the surface first with a mixture of fabric softener
and water to prep the area can also be very effective.
Packing or
Scotch Tape – You can use tape to peel off hair and fur from your
fabric and carpets. Easiest way is to wrap some tape around your hand with the
sticky side facing outward and tap the areas that need hair removal. The hair
will stick to the tape and you can simply throw it out afterwards.
Rubber
Broom – If you brush your upholstery or carpets with a rubber
broom, this can help remove stubborn pet hair by using static electricity to
pull the hair out.
Window
Squeegee – Drag the squeegee across the surface of your fabric or
carpet to collect unwanted hair and watch the hair just left up, then roll it
into a ball and pick it up.
Hand
Vacuum – If you happen to have a special pet hair attachment like
one made by Dyson that rotates and twists to avoid tangled up hair in your
attachment, then you can easily remove pet hair from you carpets and
upholstery.
Professional
Carpet Cleaner – If you are just at your wits end with pet hair and have
surface areas that are too large to handle with these DIY methods then it’s
always a good idea to call in a professional carpet cleaner like A Plus Carpet
Cleaning to remove the hair over larger surfaces. Professional cleaners have
the proper tools and powerful equipment to suction out pat hair you didn’t even
know was there. You can even ask them to show you the hair the collect in their
filters.
Helpful Tips to Keep Your Carpets Cleaner Longer.
It’s impossible to keep your
floors from gathering some sort of contamination over time, but with proper
care you can greatly reduce the amount of contaminants for a cleaner and longer
lasting carpet. Here are a few tips.
Heavy traffic areas
Identify the heavy traffic
areas of your carpet. Vacuum these areas often. Regular vacuuming with a
quality vacuum prevents the accumulation of grit dust particles that damage
carpet fibers. Dirt particles can work their way down deep into carpet fibers.
Friction from walking on the dirty fibers causes unnecessary wear to the
carpet. Vacuuming should be done at least once per week.
Use a protectant such as
Scotchguard
Protectant such as
Scotchgard is readily available at stores and can be applied to newly cleaned
carpets easily. Scotchgard returns the stain resistant properties to your
carpets, putting a barrier between your fabrics and potentially damaging spills
and debris. Carpets, rugs, and
upholstery that’s Scotchguard treated also cleans up faster and easier. A Plus
uses a commercial grade Scotchgiard that is heavily concentrated, safe for all
fabrics, and safe for people and pets.
If you don’t have the equipment to apply the protectant yourself, then
call A Plus Carpet Cleaning, Redding Ca.
A little more attention to
doors & windows
The doors & windows of
room are one of the main sources of dust & dirt particles. Do not keep the
doors & windows open for long time. You would be amazed how much pollen and
dust can enter a house with 24 hours through an open window. Once you start
paying attention to this, you can feel the difference in a day or two. This is
one of the simplest steps that will help you keep your carpet cleaner for long
time.
Remove as you see
The stains will become
stubborn as the time passes. So, remove the stains as you see. Do not wait for
long. Use wet cloth to absorb the stains immediately after spill. Do Not Rub;
this is very vicious to carpet. Paying regular attention to the accidental
stains will surely keep your carpet cleaner for long time.
Remove your shoes when
entering the home and place floor mats down at entry points.
Something as simple as
removing your shoes can as years of life to your carpet. Everything on your
shoes is brought into the home where eventually the debris is deposited into
your carpet. Would you lay in the
street and roll around? Probably not. Then why would you lay on your carpet
after your shoes have treaded everywhere? If removing your shoe isn’t feasible
a good place to start is by placing floor mats are each door. Floor mats are
extremely effective at catching dirt, mud, and grease. They are also easily cleaned and
replaced.
It’s best to leave residential
carpet and commercial floor cleaning to the professionals. You can rest assured
that the professionals at A Plus Carpet Cleaning of Redding, Ca will always be
professional and provide you with a high quality of service. We specialize in Area rug cleaning,
residential and commercial carpet cleaning, spot dying, carpet repairs and
stretching, upholstery cleaning, hard surface cleaning, and much more. Call
Damon Rydell of A Plus Carpet Cleaning anytime at (530) 223-4723
Removing Ink Stains From your Carpets.
Ink stains can be especially difficult to remove, with the
most common problem from improper handling being the unwanted spreading of the
ink, which makes the stain even worse. Similar to blood stains, ink stains are
far easier to remove when they are addressed as quickly as possible, as soon as
possible after the spill occurs. Here are some effective ways to remove ink
carpet stains:
Dampen a clean cloth with isopropyl alcohol (the higher the
percentage of alcohol the better), and then proceed by dabbing on the ink
stained carpet location. (You may want to do a test to make sure it will not
lead to damage for certain types of carpets.)
Be careful not to rub or scrub! This could distribute the
ink to a larger region.
You may need to treat the carpet stain with the alcohol
again. Also some hairsprays and nail polish removers work as well, but they are
extremely risky to use in terms of damage to your carpet and color fastness
problems.
When using any of these chemicals rinse with water, and blot
or vacuum dry (with a wet vacuum) until spot is dry.
Removing Blood Stains from your Carpets.
There is a lot of hype associated with blood stains on
clothes and carpets, however the much-dreaded occurrence of this accident is
not as bad as it may seem. There are many ways to remove carpet stains caused
by blood, and you can be certain that after you perform these actions- the spot
will be removed. Here are some methods used to remove blood carpet stains:
With blood stain removal, you need to treat the stain as
promptly as possible- a quick response is the key to complete blood stain
removal. The faster you act the more effective the carpet stain removal method
will be.
One of the other major differences in treating blood spots
on carpets is that cold water is used instead of warm or hot water. This is
because blood coagulates with heat, and cold water will prevent the blood from
permeating into the carpet fibers.
In a spray bottle, add about 2 teaspoons of liquid,
grease-fighting dish detergent to a full bottle of cold water and spray
solution on the blood stain. Liberally moisten it so that the carpet stain is
entirely submerged in the cold-water solution. Then use a paper towel to blot
or a dry cloth so that the blood is transferred to the cloth. Rinse with cold
water and repeat if necessary.
Oxi-clean is bleach free, however with its abilities to
oxygenate most carpet stains- it is ideal for bloodstains. Although Oxi-clean
needs warm water to be diluted, you can use cold water and mix as well as
possible. Apply on the blood stain by a spray bottle or by pouring it directly
on the blood spot. Blot until dry, rinse, and repeat if necessary.
Bare in mind, removing blood stains may take persistence and
a combination of all these steps. However, after several tries your bloodstain
should be gone. Universal Precautions in hospitals require that for large
amounts of blood, especially blood that is still in liquid form, not dried, the
person cleaning up the blood wear rubber gloves.
Removing Coffee Stains from your Carpets.
Coffee stains can leave a carpet “dirty” or “brown” if not
treated properly. It can cause the carpet to have a yellowish-brown tone that
is quite noticeable. After blotting the dampness and coffee from the carpet you
will want to follow these simple steps for removing coffee stains from your
carpet:
Dry the spot as well as possible with a dry cloth by
blotting. If there is a substantial amount of spillage you can make sure you
are not spreading the stain by changing cloths when they become saturated with
the beverage.
Try the mixture of vinegar, water, and Dawn detergent first
with the spritzer method, rinse, and repeat.
There are several products that are sold in such stores as
Wal-Mart, Target, Walgreen’s, and other retail chains that sell specific
cleaners for this type of carpet stain. Again testing a small patch of carpet
in a less visible area is a good idea. Use product as directed, and beware some
chemicals are harsh- wear gloves when using them as a precaution.
There are certain types of carpets such as Polypropylene
that will respond safely to a carpet stain treatment of water and bleach. You
can create a mixture of 1/4 cup of bleach to 1 ¼ cups of water in a spray
bottle. Spray the stained area, soaking it thoroughly, blot, rinse with warm
water, and repeat until the carpet stain disappears.
The Five Biggest Carpet
Cleaning Mistakes.
Your
carpets are one of your homes most costly investments, so why not make sure you
are tasking care of them properly. There are three big mistakes that most
homeowners engage in while attempting to clean their carpets themselves.
1.
Giving the stain time to set in.
Stains
are best treated immediately, allowing them sit even for half an hour can the
stain to soak into your carpet and set in making them harder to remove. And if
the stain is acidic it can seep into your carpet padding and eat away at your
carpet fibers.
2.
Rubbing in a stain
Often
when a new stain has occurred the homeowner will vigorously rub the stain with
a cloth in order to remove the stain. This is not the proper way to handle a stain.
While rubbing the stain is a normal reaction, the best practice is to absorb
rather than rub to avoid tearing or fading the carpet fibers and pushing the
stain further into the carpet. When a Stain occurs, quickly place a clean wet
cloth soaked in either vinegar or in a pinch water. Let the stain absorb into
the cloth pulling away from your carpet fibers.
3.
Choosing the right products to use on your carpets
Often
when you clean a stain, it might reappear later because it was not properly
cleaned the first time. If the above method of absorption doesn’t work right
away, then your second attempt at cleaning the stain should involve a carpet
cleaning solution. Do NOT use a household cleaner or laundry detergent. Make
sure you purchase a solution that is safe for your type of carpet, or else you
can make the situation worse. If you are unsure about the product do a patch
test in a hidden area of carpet to ensure the product is safe to use on your
stain.
4.
Assuming your cleaning your carpets once in a while in enough, but don’t over
clean.
Remember
that even if you don’t see it, dust, dirt, allergens and various other
particulates can build up in your carpet ad your daily traffic will grind that
dirt into your carpet even more. Make sure to vacuum weekly and have a
professional carpet cleaner like A Plus Carpet Cleaning come out and
professionally clean your carpets twice a year. But also remember to avoid over
cleaning which can damage and fade your carpets.
5.
Don’t avoid professional carpet cleaners.
Your
carpets are an investment and they are worth a little extra money spent on a
professional carpet cleaner. Professionals like A Plus Carpet Cleaning have
tried and true methods for not just removing stains and soil from your carpets
but also extending the life and beauty of your carpets. They are professionals
for a reason, they have the proper training and know how on what cleaning
solutions to use and the proper way to treat all types of carpet and
upholstery. They can also provide services such as deodorizer and scotschguard
to help remove set in odors and help avoid future stains. You might think that
using a portable cleaning unit might be cheaper but it doesn’t have the power
that a professional truck mounted cleaning unit has. Professional carpet
cleaners can ensure that your carpets are left clean; while portable units can
leave residue that actually help the carpet collect dirt.
How to Remove Kool-Aid Stains from your Carpet.
Kids love Kool-Aid, but unfortunately your carpets don’t.
How do you remove a Kool-Aid stain? Don’t worry, we have the answer here. There
are a few ways it can be done by the DIY’er. Of cours you can always hire a profession like A Plus Carpet
Cleaning if you don’t want to tackle the stain yourself. With any stain removal process, first
test the procedure on a small inconspicuous spot on the carpet to check for
color fastness or other damage that could occur.
Using ice water for the Kool-Aid
removal you will need the following:
*Ice cold water
*Clean white spotting towels
*Borax or Baking Soda
*Tooth brush or small scrub brush (depending on size of the stain)
*Vacuum Cleaner
How to Remove the Stain:
Begin by
blotting with a clean cloth to remove as much of the Kool-Aid as possible.
It’s very important to BLOT throughout this entire process DO NOT SCRUB.
Your goal is to “lift” the stain, not rub it into the fabric. Working from
the outside of the stain towards the center will keep the stain from
spreading.
Spray the stain
with the ice cold water.
Cover the stain
with borax
Use an old
toothbrush to gently work the borax into the stain.
Blot with clean
cloth. Repeat as necessary with a clean cloth each time until no more
stain appears on the cloth.
When the stain
is removed, wash the clothing in cold water following detergent
recommendations on the care tag.
You may want to
air-dry the clothing to be sure the stain is not noticeable when it’s dry.
If you place it in the dryer and it’s not completely gone, it will be set
from the heat and impossible to remove.
…With Boiling Water
You Will Need:
Boiling Water
Large Bowl
How to Remove the Stain:
Keep the boiling
water in a tea kettle or pitcher, you will need something that you can
easily pour it from.
Lay the stained
garment over the large bowl so the stain is centered on the bowl.
Carefully pour
the boiling water over the stained area and into the bowl. BE CAREFUL not
to splash yourself with the hot water.
As the water
travels through the fabric, it will take the stain with it.
Repeat as necessary
until the stain is gone.
When the stain
is removed, wash the clothing in cold water following detergent
recommendations on the care tag.
You may want to
air-dry the clothing to be sure the stain is not noticeable when it’s dry.
If you place it in the dryer and it’s not completely gone, it will be set
from the heat and impossible to remove.
…With a Hot Iron
This
method will work on both fresh stains and set-in stains.
You Will Need:
Iron
Clean white
towel
Water
Ammonia
Spray bottle
How to Remove the Stain:
Mix a solution
of 1 part water and 1 part ammonia in the spray bottle.
Spray the
solution on the kool-aid stain.
Cover with a
damp towel.
Place hot,
steamy iron on top of damp towel for 30 seconds.
Remove the iron.
The stain should be transferred to the towel.
When the stain
is removed, wash the clothing in cold water following detergent
recommendations on the care tag.
You may want to
air-dry the clothing to be sure the stain is not noticeable when it’s dry.
If you place it in the dryer and it’s not completely gone, it will be set
from the heat and impossible to remove.
Often times a pet can leave unsightly damage to your carpets. Here are some things you can do to make your carpets look better should your animal leave urine, vomit, or fecal stains. Of course, you can always hire a profession like A Plus Carpet Cleaning of Redding, or you can do it yourself with this simple technique of pet stain removal.
The following steps should be flowed exactly in the order described. Failure to follow the correct order will result in a bubbly mess. After all, it’s the mess your pet caused we are trying to clean up and we don’t need to add to it.
Items needed.
1.White Vinegar
2. Baking soda
3.Dinner plate
4.Vacuum Cleaner
Directions
Locate the offending area and soak it with the vinegar. Once the stain is soaked, cover it with a light amount of Baking Soda. You should start to hear the carpet fizz and crackle. This noise is the baking soda reacting with the4 vinegar and it is telling you that it is cleaning and deodorizing the spot. Cover the spot with a large lid or dinner plate to keep it from being disturbed or accidently stepped on. You will need to let it soak for a day or two. You will see the baking soda start to turn yellow as it soak up the impurities of the stain. Once the stain has had ample time to soak, simply sweep up the excess baking soda and then vacuum the rest from the carpet. Not only did you remove the stain, but you also gave the spot a residual free deodorization.
This little trick can be used on old and new spots.
How to Clean Red Stains From Your Carpets and Upholstery.
Step 1. Mix two cups of cold water with one teaspoon of liquid hand dishwashing detergent and one tablespoon of ammonia (Warning: Never mix bleach and ammonia - the resulting fumes are hazardous).
Step 2. Using a clean white cloth, apply the detergent/ammonia solution to the stain.
Step 3. Using the same white cloth, Blot until the liquid is absorbed.
Step 4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until the stain disappears or is no longer absorbed into the cloth.
Step 5. If the stain remains, mix two cups of cool water with one tablespoon of liquid hand dishwashing detergent and one tablespoon of white vinegar.
Step 6. Using a new clean white cloth, apply the detergent/vinegar solution to the stain.
Step 7. Blot with the white cloth until the liquid is absorbed.
Step 8. Repeat Steps 6 and 7 until the stain disappears or is no longer absorbed into the cloth.
Step 9. Sponge the stain with rubbing alcohol using a new clean white cloth.
Step 10. Blot until the liquid is absorbed with the same white cloth.
Step 11. Use a clean sponge with cold water to rinse and then blot dry with a clean cloth.
This should take care of most red stains, however if you don’t get to the stain right away some stains can get so set in they require a professional like A Plus Carpet Cleaners.
How Do I Remove Hardened Wax From My Carpets?
Candles are a fun and romantic addition to any home, but as with many things, they are not spill proof and occasionally you might find yourself with a couple random spots of dried wax that you are finding difficult to remove. Well here is A Plus Carpet Cleaning's tip on how you can conquer this stubborn stain.
First you will need:
• A butter knife, plastic knife or a dull blade.
• A handheld vacuum or vacuum with hose attachment
• An Iron
• A clean white cloth, white paper towels or brown PAPER bags
(make sure the brown paper bags have no words printed on them).
• Rubbing alcohol
• A spray bottle with water
• A sponge
• Heavy weight
Now here’s how to remove the wax stain:
Step 1 - Preheat your iron to the lowest setting with NO STEAM.
Step 2 - Using the butter knife or dull blade gentle scrape the hardened wax from the carpet, removing as much as possible. If the Wax id still soft, use an ice cube to harden and then begin to scrape.
Step 3 - Using your vacuum, remove any loose bits of wax you have just scraped off the carpet.
Step 4 - Take your white cloth, paper towel or brown paper bag and place it over the wax.
Step 5 - Gentle press the tip of your heated iron over the waxy area until it melts and sticks to the cloth, towel or bag. Move the iron in quick short circular movements as to not scorch the carpet.
Step 6 - Lift the cloth, towel or bag to check how much wax was absorbed.
Step 7 - Repeat Steps 4-6 using only clean sections of your cloth, towel or bag until no more wax remains.
Now after the wax is removed, there is a chance that if it was a colored candle it may have stained your carpet. In order to remove this stain follow the next few steps:
Step 1 - Pour a small amount of rubbing alcohol on the stain, being careful to not soak the carpet as this can loosen the glue that holds the fibers together.
Step 2 - Blot the stain with a clean white cloth to remove. Repeat blotting until the stain no longer appears on your carpet or shows up on the cloth when blotted.
Step 3 - Use a wet sponge to rinse the area.
Step 4 - Blot with a clean towel to dry.
Step 5 - Cover stain with a clean cloth or stack of paper towels and place a heavy weight on top.
Step 6 - Let the carpet dry for several hours to absorb remaining water.
Step 7 - Remove the weights and towels after a few hours to let the area air dry.
Step 8 - Groom your newly cleaned area with your vacuum.
And PRESTO You’re done! Just a couple more tips to make your wax removal process go a bit smoother:
• Try not to let the iron touch the carpet directly to avoid scorching the fibers.
• If there is still wax residue try using a dab of dry-cleaning solvent and blot to remove. Use sparingly so it does not damage the carpet backing.
• Avoid petroleum candles as they tend to drip more and contain difficult to remove dyes.
• If the wax is on an oriental, silk or antique rug, contact a professional to remove the stain.