Your carpet sees a lot of footfall in your home – whether it’s in your hallway, lounge, or bedroom. Over time, this can take a toll and it can start to look faded, dirty, or simply lacking life.
The good news is that this is easily fixable. There are some quick, simple tips you can start to implement to ensure your carpets are looking fresher for longer.
1. Regular vacuuming
A lot of carpets can look a little unclean purely due to dust and dirt that have accumulated over time. You don’t need a special carpet vacuum (although that does always help!), your standard vacuum is fine.
Professionals recommend doing this twice a week, but this isn’t always realistic in busy family homes. Once a week or when you can is always more effective than never at all.
This will collect all the dust and loose debris, helping your carpet to stay clean.
2. Act quickly on spills
No matter how careful you are, spills are inevitable at some point or another. The most important thing is the action you take after it’s happened.
Treatment for spills will vary depending on the type of carpet you have and what’s been spilt. A rule of thumb regardless of the stain however, is to blot and not wipe. Blotting can help absorb any of the spill, whereas wiping will put it deeper into your carpet.
Searching online will provide you with a multitude of DIY home hacks for various spillages. Whilst (some!) of these will be effective, your best bet is carpet cleaner. You can get specific types depending on the material of your carpet, which should do a good job.
3. Consider carpet protector
If you’re spill prone and have just invested in a sparkling white carpet, protector could be your new best friend.
Carpet protector works by soaking into the fibres, creating an invisible coating. This gives you more time to clear spills when they happen, leaving them less likely to stain.
Although they’re useful, it is important to remember they’re not foolproof. Ideally, this should still be combined with regular vacuuming and an occasional deep clean to keep it looking its best.
Taking care of your carpet shouldn’t be a complex task; a few small changes can be all that is needed to keep it fresh. Quick acts like regular vacuuming can go a long way.
If your carpet is looking worse for wear even after professional cleans, it might be time for an upgrade. Get in touch with our friendly team on 01858 433 334 to get started.