Most people regularly vacuum their carpets. But did you know that you also need to wash your carpets from time to time? Your carpets can get really dirty and, even if you don’t see it, they are home to a lot of bugs and germs. This is even more important for rugs and carpets found in high-traffic areas, such as the entry hall. Here are 4 reasons why you should clean your carpets.
1. Cleaning your carpet can remove allergens and pollutants that can cause some people to have respiratory problems. There may be a beneficial effect on cleaning your carpets of these insects and chemicals and it is possible that the symptoms are alleviated.
2. Your rugs can become very dull, flat and worn over time. Vacuuming does not remove all the dirt from the carpet and this can make it look old and tired. Washing your carpet can give an old rug or rug new life and can mean you can get a few more years out of it before replacing it.
3. Dirt and bacteria on your carpets can cause health problems for some vulnerable people. If you think about what might be on the soles of outdoor shoes (dog feces, trash, oil, etc.), bringing this into a home will mean you’re transferring all that dirt onto your carpets and rugs. It is always better to leave your shoes at the door. This grime and dirt that gets stepped on the carpet is not pleasant for crawling babies or young children who use their hands to move.
4. Your rugs can smell over time. This is because they sit there for years and soak up odors in the house like a sponge. This is especially true if there are smokers in the house. Even long after a smoker has quit, the odor can linger in carpets and upholstery. In times past, rugs and rugs were taken out and given a good beating and airing. Not many people will do that now and would rather rely on the most efficient vacuum cleaner to do a good clean.
There are many companies willing to clean your carpets and upholstery. You can even do it yourself using portable machines. There are many different methods of doing this: dry cleaning and steam cleaning are the most popular. You will be pleased with the final result, as your home will not only smell clean, it will be clean.