Keeping your carpet clean and in good condition may work to your advantage in a variety of ways. A tidy floor simply looks better, and it makes your home appear tidier and more visually appealing. When you implement basic maintenance and carpet cleaning in your Toronto home, you will not need to have it professionally serviced as often. Perhaps most importantly, a carpet that is free from dirt is healthier for your household.

The team at Babayan’s takes pride in the work we do, and we are always happy to address your questions and concerns. We also want to help you keep your carpeting in a top condition allowing you many years of use and pleasure.

4 Best Practices for Rug Cleaning and Maintenance

At some point, every rug and carpet will require professional treatment. However, you can take several steps to maintain the condition and longevity of your beautiful floor covers.

These are the top 4 habits you should practice in order to preserve your carpeting:

1. No Shoes! – Shoes carry soil and other things you do not want on your floors. Once you walk on a rug or other covering, the soil becomes embedded in the material. This makes it much harder to remove, and some substances will even erode the fabric. The best way to prevent outdoor dirt from entering your home is to leave your shoes in a mudroom or similar area. If you and your guests prefer to have some protection for your feet, you can leave multiple pairs of fresh slippers in the indoor entryway.

2. Doormats – If you do not like going shoeless in your home, another option is to install a doormat at the entrance. Some of your houseguests may prefer this option, as well. Even if you do leave your shoes at the door, a mat will aid in keeping extra dirt from making its way into your home. A textured doormat will catch the most amount of soil.

3. Vacuum Often – Vacuuming on a regular basis is one of the most effective ways to prevent embedded dirt, crumbs, hair, and dander from making a permanent home in your rugs. If you do not have time to perform this task daily or every few days, try to do it at least once a week. A vacuum will extract unwanted debris from the fabric, so it will not frequently require steam cleaning or custom rug repair.

4. Stain Removal – The sooner that you can remove stains, the better. If you allow wine, coffee, blood, candle wax, or any other substance to remain too long in the material, you will find it much more difficult to get rid of it. Research the best methods for eliminating common spills, and apply them as soon as you can after every spill or stain. The first step is generally to blot spilled liquid with a clean cloth.

Rug Repair and Carpet Steam Cleaning in Toronto

Ultimately, all carpets and rugs need to be cleaned by a professional in order to stay attractive. However, you can do much to reduce the number of visits. If you have concerns or questions about how to preserve your floor coverings, the staff members at Babayan’s will be happy to assist you.