CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE OF CARPETS AND CARPETS

Preventive measures

Prevention is better than cure: use anti-dirt barriers in the entrances

It is vitally important to start with good preventive maintenance. The presence of doormats placed in all accesses from the outside (or from areas where there is dirt, grease and moisture), will significantly reduce the presence of dust and dirt. We are talking about about 80% less dirt that would otherwise nestle between the fibers of your carpets. The doormats must be big enough to be able to take at least two steps. Clearly, once dirty, they will have to be cleaned and, if consumed, replaced.

 Routine maintenance

Aspiration

Frequent suction is an effective system to avoid the accumulation of dirt in the sweatshirt of your carpets which, in the long run, with its abrasive action, together with trampling, tends to compromise the beauty and durability of the fibers. In areas of poor passage, the frequency of suction can be reduced to only once a week. In the case of areas with intense passage, the number of aspirations should be increased to 3 or 4 times a week. For these operations to be effective, it is necessary to use a carpet sipper, that is, a vacuum cleaner equipped with rotating brushes driven by the motor. Attention: in the case of particularly delicate structures, such as medium-large bouclè, or velluty shaggy, the use of a simple vacuum cleaner is recommended. It is also important to replace the suction filters, to be carried out on average 3 or 4 times a year. Also check if the dust bag is full; in this case the suction power decreases considerably.

Recommended procedures for aspiration

Suction operations must begin from the first moment the carpet or carpet is used. In this way, any impurities created during production are eliminated by the down that is inevitably generated on the new product. These are short fibers that will continue to peel off for a few weeks. Don't be scared, these fibers represent a very small percentage of the sweatshirt and their loss is absolutely not significant for the durability and performance of your carpet/carpet. In the case of carpets, absolutely avoid banging them by grabbing them on the edge: this is the best way to destroy, over time, a carpet. If you really want to beat them, turn them over with the sweatshirt on the floor or on a drying store, and hit them on the back. Once this operation is finished, turn the carpet over and vacuum the pile.

 Extraordinary maintenance – washing

Washing with extraction machine

By dedicating the right time to the care of your carpet / carpet, vacuuming it with the right frequency, and paying attention to the possible presence of stains, it is not necessary to carry out frequent deep washes. Once a year for carpeting and once every 2/3 years for carpets, it is still worth doing a thorough wash, through extraction machines, possibly using a cleaning specialist. However, there is the possibility of renting machines dedicated to this type of operation, but in this case it is necessary to use top quality products and observe a precise procedure.

ATTENTION: in the case of carpets / viscose carpets, avoid the use of water. The best solution is to rely on a specialist or, at the limit, use dry powders (see below paragraph below) in the case of water washing of carpets edged in fabric, it should be considered that the edge could shrink, thus creating folds in the body of the carpet itself. In these cases it is advisable to dry clean the carpets, by contacting a cleaning specialist or using dry powders (see the following paragraph)

Washing with dry powder

As an alternative to water washing, so-called dry powders can be used, such as Vorwerk Kobosan , Sebo Duo-p , Host. These are microsponges, slightly soaked in detergent, which are scattered on the surface of the carpet / carpet and, after a period of stay indicated by the manufacturer, during which they capture the dirt of the fibers, are vacuumed by a vacuum cleaner. This operation is very simple and can be carried out by anyone, without having to resort to a specialist.

Removal of stains

First of all, of whatever nature the stain is, it is necessary to intervene promptly.

1.recoll solids or liquids carefully using a spoon or spatula

2.dilute everything with cold water if necessary.

3.gently tap (do not rub) the liquids or what has been spilled using paper handkerchiefs or a clean cotton cloth.

4.always work from the edges towards the center of the spilled liquid.

5.use a small amount of dishwashing detergent and cold water, but only if necessary. 6.gently brush with a clothes brush if necessary.

7. Repeat from step 2, if necessary.

8.it may be necessary to dry the wet area with a fan or hair dryer set to low speed.

9.conclude by restoring the fleece using a clothes brush (in the direction of the fleece itself).

If you want to avoid any problems, we recommend that you keep a delicate and powerful stain remover at home, specific for carpets. Acting quickly increases the chances of saving your carpet and completely removing the stain, without having to take the carpet to a specialized dry cleaner. Remember to choose a delicate stain remover on the fibers, so as not to damage your carpet!

 Some common types of stains and indications on how to eliminate them

Alcohol: absorb as much of the stain as possible with uncoloured kitchen paper or with a white cotton cloth. If the stain does not disappear, try a solution with little ammonia and dab again. Dry with a cloth.

Asphalt: gently scrape with a spoon to remove as much as possible. Wet a white cotton cloth with a gentle solvent and gently dab. Repeat until the stain disappears. Dry with a cloth.

Soft drinks: absorb as much of the stain as possible with uncolored kitchen paper or with a white cotton cloth. If the stain does not disappear, try a solution with little ammonia and buffer again; if the stain remains, try a solution with little white vinegar. Dry with a cloth.

Beer: absorb as much of the stain as possible with uncoloured kitchen paper or with a white cotton cloth. Add little neutral detergent and gently dab. If the stain does not disappear, try with a solution with little white vinegar and dab again. Dry with a cloth.

Burns: Check how long the burn is. You can possibly cut the burned part of the carpet fleece with great caution with nail scissors.

Coffee: absorb as much of the stain as possible with uncolored kitchen paper or with a white cotton cloth. If the stain does not disappear, try a solution with little ammonia and dab again. Repeat until the stain disappears. Dry with a cloth.

Natural wax: place tampon paper or a brown paper bag on the stain. Pass a hot iron over the paper and let it absorb the wax. It is important to always move the iron to avoid burning the carpet.

Chewing-gum: place ice cubes on the chewing-gum so that it hardens and can break. Then use a stain cleaner if necessary, to remove any traces of chewing-gum.

Chocolate: gently scrape with a spoon to remove as much as possible. Dampen a white cotton cloth with a mild detergent and gently dab. If the stain does not disappear, try a solution with little ammonia and dab again. Dry with a cloth.

Coca-cola: absorb as much of the stain as possible with uncolored kitchen paper or with a white cotton cloth. If the stain does not disappear, try with a low ammonia solution and dab again; if the stain has not disappeared, try a solution with little white vinegar. Dry with a cloth.

Glue: Wet all the stain with a white cotton cloth soaked in white vinegar or alcohol. Gently dab and dry with a cloth. Soot: Gently sucks in the soot avoiding placing the nozzle on the carpet.

Ice cream : gently scrape with a spoon to remove as much as possible. If the stain does not disappear, moisten a white cotton cloth with a solution with little ammonia and dab again; if the stain remains, try a solution with little acetic acid. Dry with a cloth.

Fat: gently scrape with a spoon to remove as much as possible. Dampen a white cotton cloth with a mild detergent and gently dab. If the stain does not disappear, try a solution with little white vinegar and dab.

Dietary fat: gently scrape with a spoon to remove as much as possible. Dampen a white cotton cloth with a mild detergent and gently dab. If the stain does not disappear, try a solution with little ammonia and dab again. Dry with a cloth. again.

Ink: Cover the stain with hairspray and let it dry, then brush carefully with a solution of water and white vinegar.

Ketchup: gently scrape with a spoon to remove as much as possible. Dampen a white cotton cloth with a mild detergent and gently dab. If the stain does not disappear, try a solution with little ammonia and dab again. Dry with a cloth.

Milk: absorb as much of the stain as possible with uncoloured kitchen paper or with a white cotton cloth. Dampen a white cotton cloth with a mild detergent and gently dab. If the stain does not disappear, try a solution with little ammonia and dab again. Dry with a cloth.

Shoe polish: Gently scrape with a spoon to remove as much as possible. Dampen a white cotton cloth with a mild detergent and gently dab. If the stain does not disappear, try a solution with little ammonia and buffer again; if the stain remains, try a solution with little white vinegar. Dry with a cloth.

Oil: gently scrape with a spoon to remove as much as possible. Dampen a white cotton cloth with a mild detergent and gently dab. Dry with a cloth.

Paraffin: place ice cubes on the paraffin so that it hardens and can break. Then use a stain cleaner if necessary, to remove any traces of paraffin.

Lipstick: gently scrape with a spoon to remove as much as possible. If the stain does not disappear, moisten a white cotton cloth with a solution with little ammonia and dab again; if the stain remains, try a solution with little white vinegar. Dry with a cloth.

Blood: Absorb as much of the stain as possible with uncoloured kitchen paper or a white cotton cloth. Soften any residue with warm, absorbable water. Wet a clean cloth with a little warm water and dishwashing detergent and dab gently. If the stain does not disappear, try a solution with little ammonia and dab again. Dry with a cloth. NOTE! If it is fresh blood, use cold water.

Mustard: gently scrape with a spoon to remove as much as possible. Dampen a white cotton cloth with a mild detergent and gently dab. If the stain does not disappear, try a solution with little ammonia and dab again. Dry with a cloth.

Nail polish: gently scrape with a spoon to remove as much as possible. Gently dab with a white cotton cloth moistened with acetone for nails. If the stain does not disappear, add a little detergent and dab gently; if the stain remains, try with a solution with little ammonia, then with a little white vinegar. Dry with a cloth.

Fruit juice: absorb as much of the stain as possible with uncoloured kitchen paper or a white cotton cloth. If the stain does not disappear, try a solution with little ammonia and buffer again; if the stain remains, try a solution with little white vinegar. Dry with a cloth.

Tea: absorb as much of the stain as possible with uncolored kitchen paper or with a white cotton cloth. If the stain does not disappear, try a solution with little white vinegar and dab gently. Dry with a cloth.

Urine/feces: collect as much of the stain as possible with uncoloured kitchen paper or with an uncoloured cotton cloth or alternatively scrape gently with a spoon to remove as much as possible. Rinse the stain with a mixture of water and distilled white vinegar, about one tablespoon every 20 cl. of water. Dry gently with a cloth. If the urine stain is dry when you discover it, you must act as soon as possible and take the carpet to a specialized dry cleaner. NOTE! Do not use special urine removal products as they damage the wool of the carpet.

Paint: gently scrape with a spoon to remove as much as possible. Dampen a white cotton cloth with a mild detergent and gently dab. If the stain does not disappear, try a solution with little ammonia and buffer again; if the stain remains, try a solution with little white vinegar. Dry with a cloth.

Wine: absorb as much of the stain as possible with uncoloured kitchen paper or with a white cotton cloth. If the stain does not disappear, try a solution with little white vinegar and dab gently. Dry with a cloth.

Vomiting: gently scrape with a spoon to remove as much as possible. Dampen a white cotton cloth with a mild detergent and gently dab. If the stain does not disappear, try with a solution with little white vinegar and dab again. Dry with a cloth.