Carpet Cleaning Sun Valley

Acrylic Facts

admin — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:57:15 +0000

It’s a synthetic fiber and has been used as a carpet fiber for over 40 years. It has the appearance and texture of wool an is stain resistant. But acrylic rugs do not release soil as easily and are subject to browning.

Oriental Rugs – Fruit Fiber – Coir

admin — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:57:09 +0000

Coir is from the green husk of ripe coconuts. It’s very durable hair like fiber that is resistant to sunlight and abrasion. They use this fiber in area rugs such as door mats.

Pina – Fruit Fiber

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:36:59 +0000

Pina is a fine,crisp fiber from the leaves of the pineapple plant tha is used in making screen and mats

Spotting Tip: Perfume

admin — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:36:47 +0000

1. Blot with a white paper towel to remove as much of the stain as possible.

2.Neutralize with the white vinegar solution (1/3 cup of WHITE vinegar in 2/3 cup of water). Saturate spot with the white vinegar solution, using a spray bottle and blot to remove excess moisture.

3.Apply a small quantity of detergent solution to the spot. (To make the detergent solution mix 1/4 teaspoon of a hand dish washing detergent which does not contain lanolin or bleach with 1 quart of water; examples of safe detergents are Dawn® and Joy®.) Use a blotting motion to work the detergent into the affected area. If spot is being removed continue applying detergent and blotting with a white paper towel until spot is removed.

4. Rinse with tap water using a spray bottle, blot to remove excess moisture.

5. Spray lightly with water, do not blot this time; apply pad of paper towels and brick and allow to dry.

6. If there is still some stain on the carpet and blotting is not removing it, then moisten the tufts in the stained area with 3% hydrogen peroxide. Let stand for on (1) hour. Blot and repeat until carpet is stain free. Light will cause peroxide to change back to water so no rinsing is necessary. Apply pad of paper towels and weight down with brick.

Important - ALWAYS read and follow the care instructions and any warnings provided by the carpet or upholstery manufacturer. Carpeting and upholstery with natural fibers and/or certain dyes or finishes may require special treatment. If in doubt contact Mr. Steam’s Valley Steam for advice/service first. NEVER PROCEED with any stain removal instructions without knowing the exact nature of the stain involved. NEVER USE any retail products to remove stains from carpet or upholstery without seeking the advice of the manufacturer or you could void your warranty.

What High Traffic Does Your Carpet If Not Protected

admin — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:13:05 +0000

Once dirt or particles bonds to the carpet, it acts like sandpaper on your traffic area. Once the traffic area yarns are broken down, there is no way to bring them back to their original state. By applying protector, you will increase the life of your carpet dramatically. When you vacuum your protected carpet the soils will release from the carpet pile much more effectively.

Carpet Cleaning Tip- MUD

admin — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 17:05:47 +0000

Allow mud to dry completely. Shatter the dried mud with the handle of a knife and vacuum.
Remove as much of the mud as possible by blotting with a white paper towel or scraping with a dull knife.
Apply a small quantity of detergent solution to the spot. (To make the detergent solution mix 1/4 teaspoon of a hand dish washing detergent which does not contain lanolin or bleach with 1 quart of water; examples of safe detergents are Dawn® and Joy®.) Use a blotting motion to work the detergent into the affected area. If spot is being removed continue applying detergent and blotting with a white paper towel until spot is removed.
Rinse with tap water using a spray bottle, blot to remove excess moisture.
Spray lightly with water, do not blot this time; apply pad of paper towels and brick and allow to dry.
If there is still some stain on the carpet and blotting is not removing it, then moisten the tufts in the stained area with 3% hydrogen peroxide. Let stand for on (1) hour. Blot and repeat until carpet is stain free. Light will cause peroxide to change back to water so no rinsing is necessary. Apply pad of paper towels and weight down with brick.Important – ALWAYS read and follow the care instructions and any warnings provided by the carpet or upholstery manufacturer. Carpeting and upholstery with natural fibers and/or certain dyes or finishes may require special treatment. If in doubt contact Mr. Steam’s Valley Steam for advice/service first. NEVER PROCEED with any stain removal instructions without knowing the exact nature of the stain involved. NEVER USE any retail products to remove stains from carpet or upholstery without seeking the advice of the manufacturer or you could void your warranty.

What is Tea Wash?

admin — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:44:34 +0000

It’s a application of plant materials or dye to give a rug an antique look or light to dark golden tone. Certain product used are not permanent and are likely to lighten.

White Knots

admin — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 17:44:25 +0000

Are a inherent charcteristic of oriental rugs. When the loom is set-up the warp yarns are under tension. As weaving proceeds pounding with the comb between each row of knots weakerns the warp yarns. Eventually they break. The broken yarns are spliced together with another small length of warp yarn to form two knots in the foundation. Don’t cut the white knot or you will damage the foundation.

Carpet Term- Resilience

admin — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:34:13 +0000

The ability of carpet pile or cushion to recover its original appearance and thickness after continued use.

Why your carpet needs MAXIM Advanced Carpet Protector

admin — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 16:34:06 +0000

Does your carpet have factory applied protector( will wear overtime with normal use) No protector is permanent. – NEED TO RE-APPLIED PROTECTOR
If you have heavy foot traffic
Have Kids or grandkids

The protector will provide you with peace of mind because you know that your carpets are being protected from everyday spots and spills and that the carpets are safe for your children and grandchildren to play on.