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Wicking
An explanation of how dirt can re-appear on a (supposedly) clean carpet or sofa.
Vacuum cleaner soil removal
How much soil do the best vacuum cleaners remove from carpet? The answers might surprise you.
Carpet Cleaning
Cattle tracks
These paths aren’t caused by livestock.
Stainmaster
Stainmaster
Since 2004, this former Dupont trademark name for carpet fiber has been owned by Invista of Wichita, KS, a division of Koch Industries, Inc.
Carpet Extractors
Extraction cleaning
Process in which a hot, water-based cleaning solution is injected into and extracted from the carpet nap, taking with it the loosened soil.
Hot Water Extraction
Hot water extraction
Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.
Vacuuming
Regular cleaning and proper technique will get you through this job quickly.
XRF
X-ray fluorescence (XRF) technology is a fast, highly accurate method for analyzing the soil removal capability of cleaning products such as vacuum cleaners.
Rug, area
These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.
House Cleaning Tips
High traffic area
Flooring that gets the most foot traffic needs extra attention.
Carpet Cleaning
Cellulosic Browning
Brownish discoloration on a carpet or rug after cleaning may be cellulosic browning.
Portable extractor
These machines are best for light cleanings. For tough jobs, call a professional.
Stain Removal
Juice spill
Even ugly blotches will come out completely using the right methods.
Carpet Terms
Carpet Terms
Help with carpet terminology from the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI).
Edge Cleaning
Edge Cleaning
Cleaning the edges of a floor, a task that may seem daunting but is rather simple.
Oriental rug
This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.
Low Moisture Carpet Cleaning
Low Moisture Carpet Cleaning
Low Moisture Carpet Cleaning consists of methods or procedures that enable carpet fibers to dry to their natural state in two hours or less.
Ketchup spills
Fast action will help reduce chances this spot will become permanent.
Microfiber
Microfiber mop
A relatively new mop material that captures and removes soil through use of tiny, dense arrangements of synthetic fibers.
Vacuum cleaner dust release
The best vacuums minimize the amount of dust released into the air.