Flooring Tips

One of most important things you can do to keep your carpet looking its best is to vacuum regularly. Vacuuming removes the soil that can cling to the surface of the carpet, dulling the carpet's original color. Using mats on both sides of entrances will prolong your carpet's life as well, as less dirt is tracked into the house. Most manufacturers suggest having your carpets professionally cleaned at least once a year.

General Flooring Care

To clean your carpet after a spill:

1. Immediately scoop up as much of the spill as possible. Then blot, do not rub, area with clean white cloths to remove excess moisture. Use a wet / dry vac if spill is large.

2. Apply warm, not hot, water to stained area and blot with white cloths. Repeat until no stain is evident on towels. If stain remains on carpet, then make a solution of 1/4 teaspoon of dishwashing detergent to one cup of water. (It's recommended to use a clear detergent, as cloudy or creamy detergents may leave a sticky residue.)

3. Absorb any remaining moisture with layers of white paper towels weighted with a non-staining glass or ceramic object. When carpet is dry, vacuum or brush the pile to restore texture.

Reappearing Stains: After drying, if the stain reappears, it may be because some of the stain remained deep in the pile and wicked up to the surface. If so, repeat step 2.