F.A.Q – Page 8 – Good Carpet Guide

Carpet is one of the most important parts of decoration in a house and is among the first items to be bought when building a house. The cleaning of an important part of the decor is also very important. Carpets, which we continuously press our foot, contain many microbes that we know or do not know, such as bacteria, and mites. Why is carpet cleaning important? Nowadays, cleaning the house is very important for people. Since hygiene is very important for people, it is necessary to pay attention to many points about cleaning at home. The cleaning of the objects which in our homes and offices is necessary for our own health. Carpets are indispensable parts of our houses and so it is important to clean. Because carpets contain many germs, bacteria and dust in their depths. In fact, many microbes and bacteria and dust that are hidden in the house are mostly found in carpets. Our feet, which are in the shoes all day long, become sweaty, dirty and many bacteria are formed. When we come home at the end of the day and press the carpet with dirty feet, this causes the bacteria to spread to the carpet. Leathers that are shed from people's skin throughout the day or hair falling from their heads also cause the carpets to become dirty. Carpets contain many microbes and bacteria that we do not know because of the continuous foot pressure. Regular cleaning of carpets is very important for human health because not cleaning them can lead to breathing problems, allergies and diseases. Clearing the carpets extends their life, gives them a more beautiful look and smell. Also the cleaning of the carpets affects the quality of the air in the house. In addition to preventing damage to human health, we need to clean them for their own life too. I will explain in more detail the important effects of cleaning carpets on us and on carpets. Here are the 6 reasons for you to keep clean your carpets: 1- Carpet mites and bacteria Carpet mites are also known as dust mites are very small bugs that they can only be seen with a microscope. These mites can get into the air and you can breathe them. This may cause allergies, breathing problems, and to get sick if you are sensitive to dust. It is important that you clean your carpets to avoid them. 2- Air quality in your home and office Everybody wants to be healthy and people around to be healthy. Keeping your carpets clean increases the quality of the air in your home and office. Bacteria and dust in your carpet are not only on your carpet but also in the air. If you are careful about cleaning your carpets, this problem will disappear. 3- Keep the life of your carpet long If you keep your carpets clean, this ensures their long life and durability. So you don't have to give up your favorite carpets quickly and you can keep the quality of your carpets while you use them. 4- The appearance of your carpets Taking care of the cleaning of your carpets will not only extend their life but also make them look new and clean. Another importance of carpet cleaning is that it allows them to maintain their quality and a new look. 5- Health The dust and bacteria we mentioned earlier do not only cause you short-term or momentary damage, and there is also a risk of health damage in the long term. So cleaning the carpets is important both for your own health and for protecting the health of other people at home or in the office. 6- Smell of your carpet Cleaning the carpets will make their smells better. While bad smells make people feel uncomfortable, good smells make them feel better. Therefore, cleaning carpets is also important in this regard. The Importance Of Clean Carpets For Children's Health Our children are very valuable to us. Our babies begin to crawl on our carpets for the first time after stepping into life, and they fall on carpets many times. Children spend most of their time at home, especially our infant children play their games on the carpets, the toys are on the carpets, sometimes they sleep on the carpet. When their friends come, they sit on the carpet. They are always on the carpet. Perhaps the most used item in the house is that carpet in the children's room. What Happens When You Don't Clean Your Carpet? The carpet loses its cleanliness and the bacteria multiply, the bacteria that are multiplying cause harm to your child and his friends and make them sick. Health is very important. Remember to do your cleaning regularly to prevent your child from becoming ill. 3 Benefits of Regular Carpet Cleaning: 1- It eliminates dangerous particles Carpets contain many harmful particles such as dirt, dust, pet dander, food particles. These particles can spread germs, bacteria, and diseases in your home. Keep your carpets clean by regular vacuuming to ensure that you, your family and your guests are safe. 2- Helps to prolong the life of the carpet Over time, the dirt on your carpets will work to break down the carpet fibers and cause irreversible damage. Every step on a dirty carpet can cause abrasion, which leads to faster deterioration. To ensure that your carpets last as long as possible, it’s important to clean them often. 3- Improves the appearance of carpets Clean carpets are recognized as being more visually pleasing, potentially longer-lasting, and probably healthier than poorly maintained carpets. Black Carpet Beetles The structure of the carpet beetle also called black carpet beetle, is very different. The black carpet beetle is usually found in the edges of the houses and in the very rarely used part. The size and structure of the black carpet beetle vary depending on the type and nutrition. The black carpet beetle usually is a 3–5 millimeter-long. The black carpet beetle has hard and thick bristles on its back. The color of the black carpet beetle varies depending on the climate in which it lives. Some carpet insects are in black, some in red, some in brown. What are black carpet beetle's food sources? Carpet beetles are fed with different foods depending on the environment. Carpet beetle uses leather, feather, silk, wool, and hair as a nutrient. Also, some types are fed with herbal products. Black carpet beetle has a short life span, and during this time they damage people's carpets, furniture, and clothes and make them unusable. These insects are constantly reproduced and therefore your carpets must be washed regularly. If you don't want to encounter a carpet beetle; I advise you to clean your carpets every 6 months. Are Carpets Dirty? According to a research, only about 1-3 grams of dead skin is poured from the body of a person a day. In an average sized house is formed about 4 kilograms of dust per year, and it was determined that many of the powders lead to allergic diseases. In the researches, it was determined that the most hazardous area where there is dust to trigger the allergy is the carpets used in the houses. It is also concluded that the most dangerous point of the house is the entrance of the house and the second dangerous area is the carpets in the rooms. What Are Carpet Mites? According to researchers, mites found in almost all houses are major allergen producers. They like warm and humid environments. They prefer to escape from the top hairy part of the carpets to the very bottom. As can be understood from the results of the research, the fact that carpets which people are most in contact with are a potential health hazard. Why Professional Carpet Cleaning Is Better? According to the type of your carpets, the rate of staining is increasing. If we explain this with a simple example, cleaning hard carpets take much less time. Soft pile carpets stores stains to the bottom. Even if you do carpet cleaning every day, it will be difficult to reach the bottom of the dirt. Also, you need to pay attention to the liquids used in carpet washing. Because if you wash your carpet with a bad liquid, it may not be good for your health. Because of these reasons, you can apply for professional help in your area.If you want to extend the life of your carpet, it is important to have it professionally cleaned at least once a year. How Often Should You Clean Your Carpets? I have said before the easiest way to keep your carpets looking and feeling great is to clean them regularly. But, what does "regularly" mean? How often should carpet be cleaned? Actually, it depends on your circumstances. Here are some questions to consider when deciding how often to clean your carpets:-Do you have a pet at home?-Are you allergic to dust?-Does anyone smoke at home? If you do not have a pet or a small child and do not smoke at home you may be able to get away with vacuuming just once a week. However, the general rule for an average household is to sweep twice a week and to clean your carpets professionally once a year. I am going to answer 4 questions about carpet cleaning. These questions are as follows: 1- What are the carpet cleaning techniques? a- Carpet cleaning with hands: Although this is a quite old method, it is still used in rural areas. You can wash the carpet with a brush, laundry detergent, and dishwashing detergent. It is then rinsed and left to dry in the sun. However, too much water is wasted and the detergents used are not completely removed. It is very difficult to carry because the carpet is still wet. So, you must spend a great deal of effort. b- Cleaning with a machine at home: This method is already used by many carpet cleaning companies. The biggest advantage of this method is that it does not damage the carpet. The slightest problem can be intervened immediately. The carpet is washed with the help of the machine. Rinse with plenty of water and let it dry. c- Automatic machine carpet cleaning: Today, the number of companies using this system is increasing day by day. The carpet, which is put from one side of the machine where the carpet can fit comfortably, is cleaned out on the other side. There are two disadvantages to this method. Pool system is used to wet the carpet and if damage occurs on the carpet, there may be irreversible problems because the intervention time is after washing. 2- How to clean your carpets? First of all, how best to wash the carpet depends on the type of carpet. Carpets woven in the machine can be washed in carpet washing machines; however, some sensitive carpets such as wool, antique and rugs should be washed with hands. For this purpose, the carpet cleaning specialist must be trained and experienced.The shampoo which used in carpet cleaning should be the carpet shampoo and natural ones should be preferred.You should rinse with plenty of water and should not leave water on the carpet.It should not be dried in sun but should be dried indoors.Quality control must be made. 3- What should you pay attention to when cleaning carpets? a- The most important point is the type of carpet. b- The carpet cleaning method should be determined according to the type of carpet. c- Natural shampoos must be preferred. d- Check the stain before cleaning. 4- How to properly vacuum a carpet? We use vacuuming method to improve carpet cleanliness and longevity by routinely cleaning to provide a healthy and attractive environment. So how do we do this? First, prepare the vacuuming area. Remove all obstructions from your carpets. Place chairs on top of tables, or out of the way. Before cleaning, remove small items that could damage the vacuum and are valuable for you. Secondly, it is important to choose the correct vacuum. Each individual situation will require a different vacuum that is needed in different situations. For large open spaces, a large area vacuum may be optimal. For office settings and individual cabinet settings with too many obstacles, the backpack or hip vacuum may be optimal for this job. Whatever your cleaning task may be, it's a good idea to evaluate the area before you decide which vacuum best suits your needs. Thirdly, the first step before starting the vacuum should always be to check the filters and the recovery bag. Plug in your vacuum, turn it on and make sure there is nothing in the hoses or anything that could prevent the beater bar from rotating. If there are, turn off the unit, unplug the power cord from the vacuum and remove the blockage. Lastly, when vacuuming is finished, all filters and bags should be checked again. If the bag is full or the filters are dirty, they must be replaced. To sum up, during the article, I mentioned why cleaning carpets are important and what can happen if they are not cleaned, the importance of cleaning the carpets for children, carpet insects, how to clean the carpets, how to vacuum properly your carpets and what you should pay attention to. Hopefully, it benefits your business.