There are many different ways you will see carpet cleaners cleaning your carpet. In this article, I would like to take a moment and explain the different methods.
Hot Water Extraction Cleaning (HWE)
The more commonly seen method, hot water extraction cleaning is also known as steam carpet cleaning. This method utilizes pressurized hot water in order to ensure your carpet gets a good wash, so to speak. The carpet fiber gets jolted, as dirt is dissolved.
This will require the typical application of a cleaning agent, especially on soiled areas. A brush is then used to agitate the carpet and followed up with a good rinsing. Once the cleaning agent is more or less settled in the carpet after a short while, the real washing begins.
Specialized equipment helps to rinse the cleaning agent out thoroughly before your carpet is left to dry.
Foam Encapsulation
The newer kid on the block, foam encapsulation uses synthetic detergents to help with carpet cleaning. These detergents help capture dirt, before turning into a powder form when dried, and easily removed by vacuuming or brushing.
While carpet shampooing used to be a chosen method, foam encapsulation has taken over. It uses less water, requires less time for drying, and it leaves behind less residue which means you may not need a clean all the time.
The only limitation it has is that it is unable to clean heavily soiled carpets, so keep that in mind.
Bonnet Cleaning
If you are looking to keep the surface looking good, consider Bonnet cleaning. The process is targeting at cleaning the top part of fiber using a machine with a cleaning solution. This helps to absorb the dirt from the surface quickly and shortens the time to dry.
Bonnet cleaning is extremely useful for areas that see heavy traffic, and not much downtime is available. However, it is clear that this is not a deep clean. Carpets will likely get soiled again really quickly, while chemical residue will build up over time.
Why Choose a Professional?
As you would have already guessed, different needs require different methods and an expert hand to help you along the way.
When it comes to carpets, there is no doubt that these surfaces see some heavy traffic. However, they are not that cheap or easy to replace at the same time. It is essential that you keep the carpet lasting for as long as possible. Regular, professional cleaning helps with that by removing debris and dirt.
The removal of dirt and bacteria built up in carpets over time will only make your environment that much cleaner. Prevent health issues and remove pollutants with some expert help. You can also prevent odors from deteriorating fibers.
You can save yourself trouble and time as well by relying on professional cleaning services. They get the job done efficiently while making sure your carpet gets the love they deserve. Regular maintenance also ensures that you do not have to fork out money for new carpets so often.
Although carpets are usually the largest furnishing in any room, it is not exactly the most looked at the surface. However, without regular cleaning, it will inevitably look worse for wear and dampen the aesthetics of the room. A professional cleaning every once in a while will keep things looking fresh and as they should be.
By ensuring your carpets are maintained and cleaned consistently, you can increase the longevity of your carpets and make sure your environment is clean and looking great. With such heavy usage, sometimes it just doesn’t cut it without some professional help. Contact us today, and let our carpet cleaning experts do what we do best.