Carpet Cleaning and ScotchguardingWhy regular cleaning is necessary Just as the clothes we wear need regular washing to keep them fresh and hygienic, as do carpets and upholstered furniture as require periodic cleaning. Regular vacuuming is a fundamental part of 'housekeeping', but more specialised equipment and knowledge are required in order to clean properly. There are several cleaning methods, the choice depending on many factors, mainly on the type of article, its construction, age and condition, degree of soiling, location and the time available for the cleaning to be carried out. The most common methods are shampooing, hot water extraction (inaccurately referred to as steam cleaning) and the use of impregnated compounds which are brushed into the carpet and subsequently removed with a vacuum cleaner. ![]() |












