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Carpets Etc.
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Pittsburgh, PA |
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 Upholstery
& Fabric Cleaning
Upholstery is much more delicate than carpet and more sensitive to the
cleaning solutions that are used in the cleaning process. A variety of
cleaning methods, or combinations thereof, are necessary to effectively
clean upholstery. Determining the best methods to use, requires extensive
knowledge, training, and experience validated through testing and certification.
I maintain my Upholstery & Fabric Cleaning Certification
through the IICRC certification program. Fiber identification and knowledge
help play a key role when determining which method and combinations of
cleaning processes will yield the most thorough and safest cleaning
results possible, BY
THE BOOK!!
Furniture and fabric manufacturers recommend that consumers do not wait
until severe soiling occurs before cleaning is accomplished. The greater
the soiling, the less the likelihood of restoring the original color,
appearance, and texture of the fabric, and the greater the adverse affect
on indoor environmental quality (IEQ).
IICRC Reference Guide for Professional Upholstery
Cleaning (IICRC 300)
According to the IICRC Reference Guide for Professional Upholstery Cleaning
(IICRC S300), professional cleaning of upholstered furniture and fabric
that is subjected to routine use is needed every 12 to 24 months. Increased
cleaning frequency may be required when fabric subjected to heavy use,
or when it is located in homes occupied by persons with allergies or respiratory
sensitivity.
Which Cleaning Method?
Hot-Water Extraction (Steam-Cleaning), BY
THE BOOK!, has proven to be the most effective method of
safely removing contaminants from the fiber and is the first choice
considered when determining which method of cleaning to use.
is knowledgeable in all
methods of cleaning and can choose the one best suited for your material
and soil conditions.
- Dry soil removal
- Applying special preconditioning agents to loosen embedded soils
- Proper upholstery shampoos used
- Proper extraction method used to remove contaminants from the fabric
- Special rinses applied and extracted to leave fabric with that
soft and clean feel
- High-velocity air air-movers used to speed-dry furniture
Next, Upholstery Protectant should be applied in order
to protect against soil, wear, and other mishaps. uses Top-Of-The-Line Stain-Resist Solvent Protectant that
absorbs into the fabric better than traditional water-based
protectant. Upholstery Protectant bonds to the fiber, and not
to sticky residues, which separates from its competitors.
 Knowing
your furniture has been thoroughly cleaned and protected will give you
the most comfort and satisfaction when entertaining family and friends.
If your guests have an accident, spills are easily cleaned up!
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