When the average person wants to remove a stain from their carpet whether that be a coke stain or a makeup stain, the first thing they’ll normally do is reach for their favourite cleaning solution. But unfortunately, they don’t give much thought to using the correct technique. This could lead to other problems in addition to the stain, such as damage to the carpet. In this article, we’ll look at some of the mistakes people commonly make when trying to remove stains from their carpets.
Using too much cleaning solution
When trying to remove a carpet stain, it is tempting to use more cleaning solution than recommended on the bottle. After all, it seems logical that the more solution you use, the better the results you’ll get.
Unfortunately, this often isn’t the case, and what in fact happens is that excess solution can be difficult to remove, leaving some of the solution on the surface of the carpet. This will attract dirt and will cause the carpet to re-soil rapidly. It’s always best to follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using their solutions, this dramatically reduces the risk of other problems occurring from not following them.
Rubbing the affected area too much
After applying too much cleaning solution to the stain, the next common mistake people often make is they vigorously rub it with a cloth. Unfortunately, this can damage the carpet pile, resulting in a fuzzy patch in the middle of your carpet. And it also pushes the stain deeper into the pile, potentially making it even harder to remove. Instead of rubbing the stain, you should dab it with a cloth, starting with the edge of the stain and working your way towards the centre.
Using only one cloth
When attempting to remove a stain you’ll need to use at least three cloths. One should be used to apply the stain removing solution, another should be used to blot the stain and a third one should be used to rinse the area once the stain has been removed. This ensures that all of the cleaning residues are completely removed and are not redeposited by mistake.
Using too much water to rinse the carpet
This goes hand in hand with the first mistake; using too much cleaning solution. Doing this will mean you have to use a lot of water to rinse it out. If you use too much it may seep into the carpet padding or even the floor below ending up trapped between the two. If this happens the overwet area may take days to dry creating the perfect conditions for bacteria and dampness to occur, as well as the odours associated with those two things.
Carpeting your home is a big investment. In order to maintain it you should be getting your carpets cleaned on a regular basis. Have you been neglecting your carpet? Give us a call today for professional carpet cleaning in Bedford.