We all want our new carpet to look good for as long as possible but the reality is dirt and grit are a fact of life and spills and accidents are inevitable. There are, however, some basic measures that can be taken to extend the life of a carpet and help it look good for longer.
For example:
- Use a doormat as that will significantly reduce the rate at which the carpet will soil. Use a remnant or off cut from your new carpet.
- Vacuum your new carpet regularly. This will prevent dirt and grit from matting the fibres. An upright vacuum cleaner fitted with a beater bar and/or brushes is recommended for cut pile carpets. A vacuum only model is best for loop pile carpets to prevent pilling.
- Always vacuum new carpet. When a carpet is first laid there may be some fluffing or shedding of loose fibres but this is perfectly normal.
- Carpet care treatments, such as OxyKIC, should be Woolsafe approved as that means they have been scientifically tested and are safe and effective for cleaning wool rich carpets.
- Ordinary detergents such as washing up liquid or soap should not be used on carpet
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