Posted by Eric Schlaubach on Tue, Jan 12, 2010 @ 09:09 AM
How do you find a carpet cleaning company? Is your decision based on price, quality, reputation, or word of mouth? All are great things to consider when selecting a carpet cleaning company to enter your home or business.
Like anything, research is necessary to determine the best fit for you. Personally, I live by the motto, you get what you pay for, and with that in mind I will pay a little extra to make sure I get the best service. The phrase, getting it done the first time, seems to be leaving many companies' business practices.
Steamatic by Carrara Companies offers a unique process when it comes to carpet cleaning. Our patented process has a proven track record of getting your carpets cleaned, without the use of harsh chemicals. When cleaning, the hotter the water, the better the result. When you wash your dishes, you automatically know to use hot water, as it cleans easily and kills germs and bacteria. Carpet is the same - the hotter the water the better the clean, because every 15 degrees increase in water temperature doubles the cleaning power.
Most carpet cleaning companies use a system wherein water leaves the truck and travels through hoses to the carpet cleaning wand. Once the water leaves the machine, the temperature may be 212 degrees, but by the time it travels to the wand the temperature has significantly decreased. The Steamatic difference is our re-circulating system for the hot water. This means the hot water flows to the wand, and then is sent back to the truck to be reheated. When the steam touches the carpet, it is the same temperature as when it left the truck - 212 degrees.
With our patented system, Steamatic is a GREEN cleaning company for the simple fact less chemical is needed. When selecting a carpet cleaning company make sure you feel comfortable about them sticking by their word, and performing at the level you expect.
Posted by Todd Ellebruch on Wed, Mar 04, 2009 @ 12:10 PM
When we buy new furniture, the majority of us choose upholstered furniture for our homes. We enjoy the comfort factor it brings, even though it may come with a heavy price tag. Over time, however, the favorite chair or sofa will lose some of its luster if not properly maintained. Here are some tips in upholstery cleaning, while using green methods.
- Get an eco-friendly vacuum - Yes, they are out there. Avoid vacuums that have a short life span, and will end up in the landfill in 3-4 years. Get a vacuum, which uses HEPA filters and/or bags.
- When vacuuming, make sure you hit the furniture before you tackle the floor. Those expensive vacuum cleaners come with lots of fancy hook-ups, which work great in corners and crevices of your furniture.
- The most widely used, and less-often, cleaned parts are the head and armrests. Cleaning these with a vacuum can be difficult, so try using a lint remover made with recycled paper. It takes less time, and can pick up more than just your vacuum. The paper can then be recycled again!
- Vacuum and/or brush down your furniture every other day to ensure its longevity. Flip the cushions as well so they wear evenly. Taking them outside and beating them is also a good plan to adhere too.
- Instead of using paper towels, use a sturdy soft cloth for blotting away stains.
- Harsh chemicals are just not an option anymore. Try using more eco-friendly methods such as whipped detergent, Earth-friendly cleaners, and baking soda. Make sure you conduct a spot test in an inconspicuous place before actually working the stain out.
- If weather permits, open the windows and allow the air to dry the furniture instead of using a fan. It may take long, but it uses less energy.
- If your furniture needs the professional touch, make sure the upholstery cleaning company practices green cleaning methods. This would include offering a stain guard, which is friendly on the environment.