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Carpet Care – Cleaning Guide

Here are some basic carpet cleaning tips to help you keep your carpet looking good.

• Always blot, never rub or scrub
• Immediately scoop or blot up as much of the spill as possible, working from the outer edge towards the center to avoid spreading
• For most common household stains, treat with warm (not hot ) water
• For wool/wool blends, add one teaspoon of laundry detergent approved for wool and one teaspoon of white vinegar to each litre of warm water.
• Pre-test a small inconspicuous area of the carpet to ensure against damage and possible color change
• Press dry the carpet with clean white cloth or paper towel in between treatments
• Once treated, apply water with a cloth until the carpet no longer feels sticky or soapy, then blot up with a clean white cloth or paper towel
• Place several layers of paper towel or cloth over the cleaned area and place a flat weight on them to absorb remaining moisture
• If unsuccessful, call a professional carpet cleaner immediately.