Preventive Maintenance
A three-step preventive maintenance program will go a long
way in extending the new appearance and life of your carpet.
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VACUUM FREQUENTLY.
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The best way to reduce dirt accumulation and prolong the life
of your carpet is to vacuum, vacuum, vacuum! Most dirt, even
dust, is in the form of hard particles. When left in the carpet,
these gritty, sharpened particles abrade the pile as effectively
as sandpaper. How frequently should you vacuum? That depends
on the amount of traffic and soiling to which your carpet is
exposed. A vacuum cleaner or attachment with a rotating brush
or beater bar to agitate the pile is more effective than one
that relies on suction only.
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CLEAN MOST-USED AREAS.
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The most-used areas of the carpet -- entrances, doorways, traffic
lanes, around a favorite chair, etc. -- are going to collect dirt
much faster than the remainder of the carpet. Cleaning these areas
when they just begin to show soiling stops the dirt from spreading
to the rest of the house and can extend the time between professional
cleanings.
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PERIODIC PROFESSIONAL CLEANING.
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Dust and oils in the air will eventually leave a dulling film
even on unused parts of the carpet. Periodic professional cleaning
of the overall carpet is recommended. Carpets perform best when
properly cleaned by a professional carpet cleaner using specially
formulated cleaners developed for your carpet.
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