Mostly everyone has carpets in their homes. Since there are so many varieties and so many materials, carpet cleaning must be done with care, to proper attend for the carpets. Even if you vacuum carpets on a regular basis, it is simply not enough to get the best look out of them, not to mention about hygiene importance. Carpet cleaning helps anyone keep their carpets in the best condition. Just imagine the pleasant sensation and the fresh smell of clean carpets in a home. In such busy days, not many people have the freedom to manage carpet cleaning. Things can be made a lot easier, since there are many carpet cleaning professionals in Dublin that are ready to come to anyone’s house and clean their carpets, bringing them back as new. There are plenty modern carpet cleaning methods and products and each of them is suitable for certain materials. Among the popular methods, there is hot water extraction, which uses no soap and it is safer for the kids, for the environments and for pets as well. No residue is left behind, germs and bacteria are killed, leaving carpets feel pure. Many carpet cleaning companies in Dublin use such friendly methods, keeping the fibres in their best condition and even making the carpets look better for a longer period of time. The best advantage of getting expert carpet cleaning services is that the level of allergens is reduced inside the house. Unfortunately, carpets capture bits and dirt particles and anything that comes in contact with them. When vacuumed, the particles are not removed, but just brought to the surface. This is why carpet cleaning experts in Dublin are recommended, since they remove all particles for a healthier and a safer environment for the entire family.

It’s happened to all of us, you have come downstairs early on a Sunday morning and noticed one of your guests from the night before never put their gum in the bin. It has now wedged itself right down into the fibers of your carpets or upholstery. Don’t fear, there are many cheap and simple ways to remove the gum, but beware of which method you choose to use, as some of the methods can permanently damage your furnishings.

1. Always test any method in an area that is inconspicuous to avoid mishaps !

Commonly Used Methods:

• Freezing
• Cutting (not recommended)
• Solvent Sprays – Freezing
• Gum Removal Tools
• Peanut Butter

Freezing

The most widely used method for removing chewing is known as the freezing method.

1. Using a butter knife remove any excess pieces of chewing, paying extra attention not to destroy the pile.
2. Vacuum away any extra pieces of chewing gum and dirt.
3. Place several pieces of ice into a zip lock bag, this will stop our carpet/gum from becoming wet and sticky.
4. Rub the bag over the gum until it has frozen solid.
5. Pick away at the gum until there are only very small particles left.
6. Vacuum away any excess.
7. Wash area with warm soapy water to remove any remaining residue.

Cutting

Not recommended by professionals but still used by people in a panic to remove gum. This involves under cutting the chewing gum with a sharp knife or blade, removning carpet or upholstery fibers until the area has been ridden of the gum.

Solvent Sprays – Freezing

There are special solvents that have been developed specifically for removing gum from fabrics. The only downside to these solvent is that they can leave an oily stain in your carpet or furnishing that can never be removed. If you intend on using a solvent to remove gum make sure that you test the solvent on an inconspicuous area before tackling the affected area. Then follow the steps in freezing.

Gum Removal Tools

Only to be used in/on industrial carpet area. Gum removal tools are placed into a power screw driver and using the twisting force of the screw drive the tool removes the gum. These cannot be used on any wool or semi synthetic carpets that have a high pile. They must only be used on industrial tiled carpets.

Peanut Butter

Apply peanut butter to the affected area and work it into the gum. Leave settle for a few minutes and the gum should come pick right off. The only downside to this is that you will now have to deal with a peanut butter stain. To rid of the peanut butter leave it to dry for an hour and using a butter knife you can remove and vacuum away the dried peanut butter. If all else fails you can always call a professional who can come remove the chewing gum for you.

Blood, a stubborn, unpleasant substance to clean but whether it be nosebleeds, simple mishaps in the kitchen, children falling off their bikes, or your beloved family pet, unfortunately accidents do happen. No need to panic, although blood can be hard to clean due to the haemoglobin which acts as a binder when in contact with oxygen (which is in the air) it binds to the material, it can be removed following a few useful guidelines.

Safety & Hygiene

Obviously it is important to follow simple guidelines regarding safety and hygiene when cleaning/removing blood, take care whether it be your own or someone else’s. Ensure gloves are worn and all soiled cloths/materials used are double-bagged when disposing of them to avoid the risk of catching anything or spreading infection.

Simple Household Items Used

• Salt
• Meat Tenderizer, mixed with water to form a paste
• Washing-up Liquid
• Vinegar
• Detergent (non-alkali)
• Baking Soda
• Cold Water
• Hydrogen Peroxide
• Clean White Towels
• Spray Bottle (For Cleaning Liquid)

Procedure:

Cleaning Solution:

• (Wool) 1 teaspoon of non alkali detergent and one cup of water mixed.
• (Oriental) 1 pt white vinegar and 2 pt water mixed.

1. Blot stain with clean cloth (DONT RUB).
2. Work from the outside in, avoid spreading, the aim is to lift as much as possible from the fibers.
3. Spray with cold water, blot again.
4. Spray with small amount of cleaning solution.
5. Blot with clean, dry cloth regularly using new white spot on towel as blotting to ensure no spreading.
6. Continue until stain is no longer noticeable.
7. Spray with rinse solution.
8. Blot with clean cloth to remove.
9. Finally, spray with clean water, blot dry again and place paper towels and weight (example heavy books) on top, leave for several hours so moisture is absorbed. Then remove and allow to air-dry.
10. When totally dry, hoover to restore texture and pick up any left-over residue.

NB: If turns brown mix 1 pt vinegar 2pt water and blot on to the stain, this can only be repeated once.

Useful Tips

• Avoid hot/warm water, this makes stains hard to remove.
• DO NOT RUB STAIN.
• Do not use clothes/dishwasher detergents as bleach can damage fibres.
• Hydrogen Peroxide can be used as a last resort (has bleaching properties), let sit for 30seconds, blot and rinse thoroughly.
• Spit, believe it or not, can actually clean small blood
• stains, especially your own, the enzymes in saliva break down the proteins in blood.
• Always clean stain immediately if possible.

Finally, if you have any concerns, regarding your household carpets/upholstery. If they are delicate silk or antique, contact a professional. Supreme Carpet Cleaning Dublin can provide the services required.