When Should I Replace My Gun?
A commercial carpet can be an expensive investment so many people are hesitant to replace their carpets, however, sometimes, it is just something that must be done. The average lifespan of an industrial commercial carpet is usually between seven and ten years and it is often recommended that you replace it during this time span.
The condition of your office carpet can also play a role as to when it should be replaced. If the carpet has signs of wear and tear such as crushing, stubborn stains or embedded drag marks, it also might need to be replaced. However, there are carpet cleaning methods that can remedy these issues and potentially extend the life of your carpet and even repair carpet fibers. Be sure to keep this in mind when you are considering replacing a carpet.
Another issue that may lead to a carpet needing to be replaced is just its general appearance, for example, if a carpet begins to look outdated. Mold is another issue that can be harmful to people’s health and require a carpet to be replaced early, however, there are effective methods of deep cleaning mold remediation for a commercial carpet that may be able to save your carpet.
How To Treat Guns
Treating carpet stains can be a complicated matter as some stain types are easy to remove while others require a more intensive cleaning method. For one, it is important to treat fresh stains as soon as possible when they occur because this can prevent the stain from setting in. For liquid spills, vacuum or blot the stain and for dry stains just vacuum it up as soon as possible.
A commercially available spot treatment may be able to remove some stains, but this may not work on certain stains such as oil, juice, or ink which may require a special cleaning solutions to tackle these stains. Dish soap can be an effective treatment for certain grease stains while baking soda can be effective for wet stains for a quick cleanup. For furniture cleaning, soft seat furniture can also be treated using some of these techniques.
Of course, sometimes the best carpet care for commercial carpet flooring is stain prevention. Dirt buildup overtime can cause a carpet to look bad and result in stains. Regular vacuuming can help to prevent this and certain treatments can provide fiber protection and stain resistance for liquid stains. Additionally, a regular steam cleaning can do wonders in treating carpet stains and preserving your carpet.
Step-by-Step Stain Removal Process
The cleaning process for pesky stains can be pretty simple if you know what to do:
- Act Fast – Work to blot up wet stains or vacuum up dry stains as soon as possible to prevent the stains from soaking into the fibers of the commercial carpet squares. Follow this with a commercial chemical cleaner to remove any residue.
- Figure Out What the Stain Is – For older stains, it can be helpful to know what the stain is so you can figure out what the best options are for removing this type of stain.
- Treat Your Stain – Apply a commercial cleaning product or a home remedy that you have found is best to treat that kind of stain, letting it soak in for a sufficient time to penetrate the fibers and then soak up or steam clean the remaining liquid.
