Soil Removal Step The phrase, “cleaning doesn’t happen until the dirt goes someplace” comes into play now. With the shampoo method, the suspended soil is removed by wet vacuuming and subsequent vacuuming. The bonnet cleaning method, the soil is absorbed into the bonnet. The absorbent compound method, the soil is absorbed into the compound. The water rinse (hot water) extraction method, the soil is rinsed off the carpet using the cleaning wand or large commercial walk behind machines. Spot Stain & Wicking The class teaches cleaners the difference between a spot, stain, discoloration and wicking. • Spot - substance added to the carpet (beverage, plate of food, tar, paint, etc.) • Stain - color added to the carpet (coffee, sport drink, wine, etc.) • Discoloration - color removed from the carpet (bleach, benzoyl peroxide, etc.) • Wicking - occurs as the carpet dries and unremoved substances wick up the fibers to reappear again. Groom & Dry Once the carpet has been cleaned, it may need groomed or brushed to lift the pile and set it so it looks its best and dries well. Tabs and blocks are used to protect furniture from moisture and the carpet from stains. Bottom Line As you can see from this brief overview there is a lot more that goes into owning and caring for carpet. Carpet is an investment like any other large purchase. Even though it’s just carpet, maintaining it properly will help you keep the indoor environment healthier and get the longest, best-looking life out of it.
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