INITIAL AND ONGOING MAINTENANCE After the carpet is laid, vacuum thoroughly. Clean with a carpet sweeper or suction vacuum cleaner every day for a week, to remove surface lint, dust and fluff. A follow up routine of weekly vacuuming, dry and wet cleaning from time to time and the prompt removal of stains/soil mark is necessary to maintain carpet appearance. If stains are not dealt with immediately they may become permanent and a professional cleaner may be called in.ADD TO THE LIFE OF YOUR CARPET You can add to life of your carpet by following these hints: Use furniture cups under chair, table and sofa legs and from time to time relocate your furniture to equalise carpet wear and allow the pile to recover from pressure points caused by furniture. Place rugs in areas of heavy traffic (e.g. in front of lounge and TV chairs) to protect carpet from excessive localised wear. Vacuum as least weekly to reduce the abrasive action of soil and grit from the pile. In heavy areas, up to seven strokes of a slowly moving vacuum cleaner back and forth may be necessary. Vacuum against the pile (this removes deep down grit) and then with the pile lay to achieve a uniform finish.SOIL AND STAIN RESISTANT TREATMENTS Certain chemical treatments can assist in reducing the soiling and staining of carpets. Currently, these treatments are generally recommended for residential situations only. Ask WIZARD CARPETS about this when purchasing new carpet. |