Cleaning the carpet is not a task that will be your favorite any time
soon. It takes so much time and a lot of effort. That is if you do not know how
to do it right. Steam cleaning is an effective way to remove stubborn stains on
the carpet. It also disinfects it and kills fleas, bedbugs, mold spores, and
germs. Your carpet will be as clean as new. It is also guaranteed safe for pets
and kids. You can remove spot stains, dirt, and grim on carpets if you use the
right attachment to your steam mop. You will need a regular vacuum cleaner to
remove dust and dirt first.
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Clear the area. You should remove all furniture, toys and
other items on the carpet. Most steam carpet steam mops are usually operated by
pushing or pulling them. A lot of clutter on the carpet will make the process
more difficult and slower. You can wrap the legs of heavy furniture with a
waterproof tape. This will protect them from the hot steam when you glide the
mop nearby. You can use aluminum foil to prevent moisture if you do not have
flex tape. It is better to clean your baseboards before proceeding. You can use
a damp piece of cloth to clear all the dirt and dust.
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Vacuum the carpet. Vacuum the carpet twice. This will remove
hair, dust particles, crumbs, and any other loose dirt. Carpet steaming will
dissolve stains. It will restore the fabric but will not remove solid dirt. Run
the vacuum in one direction for your first round. Pick as many dust particles
as possible. Vacuum in the opposite direction for your second round. Thorough
vacuuming will pick up large debris and even some parasites such as bed bugs.
Spend more time in high traffic areas. There will be more debris and deposits
there. A proper vacuum job loosens the fibers of your carpet. This is a perfect
preparation for easy deep cleaning using a steam mop.
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Treat spot stains before steaming. Carpets will lose its beauty when there are
stains. Such as lipstick and spills of food and wine. Pet urine and poop can
also leave dirty spots. Treat the spots first before you vacuum and steam clean
it. Blot a piece of cloth with a carpet stain remover then dab the spot. Make
sure it soaks in the stain treatment solution. Leave it for a few minutes
before you start steam cleaning.
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Prepare the carpet steam cleaner. Remove the water tank if it is detachable.
Follow instructions that come with your steam cleaner to fill the tank. Do not
put anything that the manufacturer did not recommend. Attach the tank back and
plug it in a power outlet. Wait a few minutes for the water to heat up to a
steaming temperature. You can use a detergent of your choice. Or you can use a
vinegar solution for a safer and more natural cleaning solution.
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Run the steam cleaner on the carpet. You can run the steam cleaner from one corner
of the carpet to the other. Make sure you make clean straight lines and overlap
the previous line. It is better to run over the same line twice if you use soap
or carpet shampoo. The first run will inject the soap over the fabric. The
second run will suck it up together with the dirt.
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Allow the carpet to dry. You may need to allow your carpet about 4 to
12 hours to dry. And for all the moisture to escape. Running your dehumidifier
on a high setting in the middle of the room will help your carpet dry faster.
Do not forget to open the windows to allow moisture to escape and your carpet
to dry. Place fans near the carpet and point them downwards.
Cleaning a dirty carpet is very tedious. Hiring a cleaning service in
Melbourne can
save you time and effort. They are professionals who can do the job faster.
They can also deliver better results.
