Thursday, April 21, 2011

Upholstery Cleaning


Sneezing and coughing, allergy attacks and other respiratory issues may, in some cases, be stimulated by improperly maintained upholstery.
Everyone has their favorite sofa, recliner or chaise that they love to relax on after a long day. Over time your upholstery begins to collect soil, dust, pet hair and other allergens.  Having your upholstery professionally cleaned could make your furniture look like new again! and will alow you to enjoy your favorite spot once again.

Carpet Cleaning & Maintenance

Remove your shoes at the door to minimize the amount of pesticides, car-exhaust particulate, and germs you bring into your living space.
You have invested in your carpet and upholstery and they are the only part of your home
that you consistently step or sit on. Like any other investment, Professional carpet and upholstery maintenance is required to provide lasting service.
Vacuum cleaning is vital in maintaining your carpets' appearance and preventing severe deterioration. In areas of high use this should be done daily to remove dry soil, dust and grit which can damage carpet fibers and to restore your flattened pile to an upright position. An upright carpet cleaner with strong suction and rotating brushes is the most effective at this, provided that the dust container is emptied frequently. Much of the efficiency is lost as these fill up. Invest in a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) filter; the average carpet has nearly 70 grams of dust per square meter, and the HEPA filter will help ensure that the dust doesn't blow around in the air.

Mattress sanitizing & Bed bug


Dust mites are very small creatures that live indoors in warm, moist places like the insides of pillows and mattresses and even carpets. These creatures are not the kind of bugs that you can spot, being invisible to the unaided eye. Their translucent bodies further hinder their visibility. Dust mites have no eyes or antennae, just eight legs and a mouth.
Mattress Sanitizing is the first step to keep your home and office clean and allergy free. Getting your mattress cleaned and sanitized by qualified and trained professionals using environment free cleaning agents is an important consideration to make while you are looking to getting your mattress or carpet cleaned and sanitized.

Dust Mites & Carpet Steam Cleaning


Research has proven simple steps can reduce the level of household dust mites that are known to lead to asthma.
The study, by researchers from the University of Washington and Harvard University in the United States, evaluated practical methods to reduce dust mites in 39 low-income families' urban homes.
The researchers found all the measures were effective in reducing dust in the homes. Steam cleaning produced particularly good results.
Levels of dust mites in carpet and furniture that had been steam cleaned stayed low for up to eight weeks after the treatment, compared to four weeks for vacuuming alone.
House dust mite allergy is one factor known to increase the frequency and severity of asthma. Dust mites live off human skin scales and thrive in warm humid climates. The protein substances in dust mite feces produce antibodies in allergic humans when the dust is inhaled or touches the skin. These antibodies trigger the release of histamines which cause nasal congestion, swelling and irritation of the upper respiratory passages.
These droppings continue to cause allergic symptoms even after the mite has died.

Steps for a deeper Carpet Steam Cleaning


Step 1: Pre Vacuum all Carpeted areas.
Step 2: Pre-spray and pre-treat the carpet and stains. By pre treating the carpet you allow the dirt and spills to loosen from the fibers. 
Step 3: Agitate the fibers. This step separates the dirt and any spills from your carpets. 
Step 4: Finally, rinse the carpet with only hot water up to 200 degrees. this will assure that the detergent, stains and any bacteria is rinsed thoroughly and there are no chemicals left in carpet. 
Steam Cleaning is recommended for pet owners, heavy stains and individuals with dust allergy.

Benefits of Carpet Steam Cleaning.


Deeper cleaning using hot water extraction method or Steam Cleaning.
Fast drying (dries in 1-2 hours).
Removes 99% of stains from carpets.
Resists resoiling.
Lifts pile, restores appearance.
Excellent reduction of mold and allergens.
Agitation provides highly consistent cleaning.
Complies with carpet manufacturer requirements and recommendations.

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Stain removal chart


Remove these oily type spills in dry cleaning fluid
Ball pen ink, Butter, Cosmetics, Crayon, Food stains, Grease, Gum, Household cement, Metal polish, Milk, Oils, Shoe polis.
Remove these water soluble spills in DETERGENT SOLUTION
Alcohol, Blood, Chocolates, Coffee, Egg, Food color, Fruit juice, Glue, Grass, Gravy, Ice cream, Ketchup, Syrup, Tea, Urine, Vomit, Wine
If a stain does not respond, it may need special chemicals and procedures best handled by a professional.

 

Carpet cleaning spotting guide

What you need:
Dry cleaning kit (non-flammable, such as perchloroethylene).
Detergent kit (mix 1 teaspoon of a natural powder type in one half pint of water).
Acid solution (mix one third cup of white vinegar with two thirds cup of water).
Alkaline solution (mix 1 part vinger with 2 parts hot water).
Put aside clean white absorbent cloths, a sponge and an eyedropper.
Check the stain removal chart to find out whether to use dry cleaner OR detergent cleaner.
1)Blot up spill with white cotton cloth.
2)Place some of cleaning solution, selected from the stain removal chart, on white cotton cloth. blot up  excess material. Do not rub.
3)Repeat step 3 until stain is removed. It is best to work from the outer edge towards the center of the stain.
4)Place a dry white cotton cloth over the damp area. Place a heavy book over the damp areas. Allow several hours for drying.