Carpets 8 Tips To Extend The Life Of Your Carpets
Carpets are a big investment and you want to make sure they last
as long as possible. Follow these 8 tips to extend the life of your
carpets.
1. Vacuum
Vacuum, vacuum, and then vacuum some more. It's the easiest and
cheapest thing you can do to extend the life of your carpet. That's
because vacuuming often removes the fine grit that falls deep into
the carpet and causes wear. The more you vacuum the longer your
carpets will last.
2. Buy A Good Vacuum
All vacuums are not created equal and you need one that has enough
suction to pull the grit that lays low in the carpet not just the
surface debris. It's the grit deep in the carpet that rubs and wears
the fabric causing your carpets to look old and wear out faster.
So spend a little more on that vacuum and save thousands in replacing
your carpets.
3. Replace The Padding
When you replace the carpet replace the padding. If you don't you'll
void the warranty on your new carpet and you'll shorten the life
of your carpet. There are specific types of padding designed for
specific types of carpet. The compositions can be quite different.
Replacing the padding with new padding will eliminate or reduce
stretch, footprints, and dips and sags. It will keep your carpet
looking fresh much longer and extend the life of your carpets.
4. Carpet Cleaning
Next to vacuuming carpet cleaning is the next most important maintenance
you can do. You should carpet clean your rugs at least once a year
and if it's a high traffic area more often. Carpet cleaning removes
the grime and debris that wears away at the fiber it also removes
oily residue and stains. It will make your carpet look newer and
it will extend the life of your carpet. When carpet cleaning make
sure you do not use a cleaner that leaves a residue as this will
attract dirt and compound your problems.
5. Shoes Off
Have people remove their shoes when entering the room. Even though
the soles may be clean they carry fine particles and oily substances
from outside which can damage the carpet and age it.
6. No Bare Feet
Now I bet you didn't realize that bare feet are as damaging to your
carpets as shoes are. That's because the soles of your feet will
have a oil film [no you can't feel or see it] that will be picked
up by your carpets leaving a residue behind that attracts dirt which
then abrades your carpet.
7. Mats and Runners
For high traffic areas such as halls or entrances a mat or runner
is an excellent way to save abuse to the carpet and it can add an
additional touch to your decor. Use the mats and runners to absorb
initial dirt and grime upon entering the house and keep it isolated.
The mats can easily be replaced or cleaned. This will add years
to the carpet in these areas.
8. Remove Stains
Remove stains immediately after they occur. Follow the manufacturer's
directions or use a carpet cleaner solution. Stains once set can
be difficult to remove and nothing will age your rug faster than
a bunch of stains. Most stains, yes even the difficult ones, can
be lifted if the proper procedures are followed.
These 8 tips will extend the life of your carpets, and keep them
looking fresh and newer for longer.
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