You Can Trust Chem-Dry for Carpets that are Deep Clean
Contrary to the old saying, "What you can't see wont hurt you...", what you can't see is precisely what can hurt you. A common misconception to home owners with carpet is that it's adequately clean with routine vacuuming. It may appear spotless from your family's contribution of daily activity or mishap, but also consider the dust and particles that lie beneath the surface. Life on your new carpet should include an annual (some experts recommend as often as every six months - others suggest every 12-18 months) and thorough deep cleaning by a carpet cleaning professional.
Choosing an environmentally friendly process of clean-up should be a top priority. After all, your aim is to remove chemical residue, not introduce more. Many commercial carpet cleaners require gallons of water along with toxic soaps which not only take hours, even days to dry, but leave behind volatile organic compounds (VOCs). VOCs include a variety of chemicals, some of which may have short- and long-term effects. Some household cleaning products supply precautionary labels specifying risks and procedures for safe use; some do not. Signs and symptoms of VOC exposure may include eye and upper respiratory irritation, rhinitis, nasal congestion, rash, pruritus, headache, nausea, vomiting, dyspnea and, in the case of formaldehyde vapor, epistaxis. Your Chem-Dry professional uses the core cleaning solution, The Natural, which puts the power of Mother Nature to work in cleaning your carpets. The Natural is non-toxic and safe for kids and pets.
The kind of fiber used to make a carpet will determine its durability, appearance, stain resistance, and its price. Most carpet is made with synthetic materials that are simple to uphold, affordable, and can be used in a variety of styles. Commonly, materials used for making carpet are nylon, polyester, acrylic, and wool. As most synthetic fibers are resistant to water, keeping carpet clean is possible. Tightly woven or tufted fibers work together at keeping stains on the surface where you can quickly attend to them. Periodic deep cleansing removes dust and dander that settle over time. Chem-Dry's powerful Hot Carbonating Extraction process works deep for a phenomenal clean.
Vacuum Regularly
Depending on the traffic in your home, if you have children and/or pets, vacuuming your carpet can be done as often as necessary. Vacuuming a few times per week reduces the dirt that is likely to end up in the roots of your carpet. Spot cleaning is also an essential part of keeping your floors clean. After vacuuming, apply a quick spray of Carpet Deodorizer (various scents available) for a please frangrance along with built-in stain resistance protection for your carpets.
Who hasn't spilled a glass of wine, milk, or soda? Chem-Dry offers various home products to lift spots. For difficult spots, a professional cleaning application may be required. Consult with your local professional to ensure proper treatment.
There is nothing like climbing out of bed and putting your feet down on soft, clean carpet. Make your floors more livable and inviting by keeping them clean on a regular basis. When purchasing cleaning products, look for "green" labels, and Eco-friendly brands. Use natural products when possible, welcome fresh air by having open windows, and keep moisture levels controlled by having proper ventilation. Consult your Chem-Dry professional to develop a routine maintenance plan that works to keep your carpets clean and your family healthy.
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Leather Care Tips
Various types of leather require different care processes.
•Aniline - Also known as natural, pure, naked or unprotected leather.
•Protected - Also known as finished semi-aniline, everyday, pigmented and painted leather.
•Nubuck - Also known as chaps, distressed, bomber and suede leather.
Protect Your Investment
Protect your leather from spills and stains.
Leather, when properly maintained, will last four or five times longer than fabric or man-made fibers. Over time, body oils, perspiration, skin acids and other soils can work their way into the leather. Many cleaning products currently on the market are not appropriate for leather – and they may break down leather finishes, promoting dryness and cracking. Chem-Dry leather care products are safe and effective for leather and have been endorsed by more than 300 tanneries and manufacturers.
Scuffs, Scratches, Cuts and Fading
Over the life of your furniture, you are bound to experience some of the common problems associated with leather furniture. Our Chem-Dry Certified Technicians are trained to address these problems. Chem-Dry has 60 stock pigment colors similar to those used in the tanning process to repair the inevitable scrape or scratch on protected leathers. We can also revitalize color on sensitive aniline leathers.
Why Should I Clean & Protect My Leather?
•Oils & Grease - Body oils from both humans and animals attach and hold on to leather. Body oils are easily transferred to the head cushions and armrests of the furniture and can cause serious damage to the protective finishes found on leather.
•Atmospheric Soils - Consider the dust that builds up on a coffee table or desk over a week’s time. This same dust is being deposited on your leather. Additionally, consider the airborne cooking oils and atmospheric pollution that are present, to some degree, in every home. These elements can wear down leather over time.
•Common Soils - These soils include dirt tracked in from outside along with sand and fibers from plants, brought into the home by people and pets.
•Dyes and Inks - The inks from newspapers and dyes from denim can transfer onto leather in a process called dye transfer. Additionally, the risk of ink from a leaky pen or the aspiring toddler who loves to draw should not be forgotten.
How Often Should I Clean My Leather?
A regular cleaning schedule includes professional cleaning two times a year is recommended.
Between professional cleanings, you can maintain the health and beauty of your leather furniture by cleaning with Chem-Dry Soft Cleaner and rejuvenating the protection with Chem-Dry Protection Cream. Both products are found in the Chem-Dry Home Leather Care Kit.
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