Cleaning Tips For A Healthier Home In Spring
(Spring Cleaning Hotspots To Ensure a Healthier Home)
ALL STAR BLOG Cleaning Tips For A Healthier Home In Spring (Spring Cleaning Hotspots To Ensure a Healthier Home) When we think about spring time, we think of budding flowers, tree blossoms, a bright sun and soothing fragrances. What should come to mind, however, is that dust and other types of allergy-inducing agents, such as mites, have accumulated over the winter months. As a result, cleaning your home in the spring is quite essential in order to not only improve your family’s well-being, but to also ensure everyone’s health. The #1 allergen suspect is not pollen, it is mites. They can be responsible for inducing asthma, a very serious condition, especially for young children. They tend to concentrate in medium-temperature, dark areas, like curtains, carpets, bed mattresses and upholstered furniture. In order to deal with mites, a meticulous cleaning of the aforementioned areas is required. So, what exactly do you have to do? Well, Chem-Dry, the world’s leading carpet and upholstery cleaning service, has set out to educate families on the most effective cleaning methods because, if it is a matter of health, it is a serious matter. Chem-Dry cleaning professionals have compiled a complete list of techniques to eradicate germs and other allergens in places that the average homeowner tends to overlook: Carpets/Mats Door mats or carpets are inhabited by a soaring high number of dust mites which feed on the dust particles and other organic residue shut in between the fibers. The key here is to not only deep clean the upper surfaces of the carpet, but also the area underneath. Curtains Curtains and blinds are the wall equivalent of carpets, and must be cleaned accordingly. When it comes to blinds, pay attention as you have to shut them in both directions to thoroughly clean them. Use a common non-toxic window cleaner. Mattresses Another feeding ground for mites is the mattress. These mites are the ones responsible for kids’ asthma and other breathing-related allergies. All you have to do is thoroughly vacuum the mattress on both sides, at least once a month. Furniture Sofas, armchairs and other upholstered furniture also host large numbers of dust mites. Reduce the germ population by vacuuming and washing the upholstery covers in hot water, and thoroughly drying. Do not forget to also clean the top of furniture pieces, another mite hotspot, using a dryer sheet. It will eliminate the static that makes it easy for dust particles to settle on surfaces. The wall behind refrigerators and stoves Dust, grease and food residue often pile-up over time on the wall and the appliances’ back, followed by pests and other insects. Simply move the appliance out of the way, carefully clean the wall and also the surface that faces the wall with hot, soapy water. By following Chem-Dry experts’ instructions you can rest assured your home will be as clean as ever. However, if you want to eradicate mites and bacteria to secure the health of the whole family, it is highly recommended you get all carpets and upholstery professionally cleaned at least two times per year, and the rest of the house at least once a year. Contact Us Spring is here and our experts are near! Contact us today, or give us a call at...
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Artwork from Carpets
ALL STAR BLOG Removing Your Child’s Artwork from Carpets Any parent can tell you that children (by default) are messy; you can probably imagine the carnage they can cause with art sets. Spills on your brand new white rug can be particularly annoying, but there are simple remedies to remove paint from rugs. Dried Paint and Colouring: Once paint dries it can be a real hassle. Before even applying any solvents, you have to take a razor blade and carefully chip away at the hard outer covering. Once you have done your best, apply an oil-displacing agent like WD40 on the area of the stain. Let it sit for around 20 minutes before giving it a good solid scrub. Finish off with some cleaning detergent. This procedure also works well on play dough. If you have an older, expensive rug, you’ll want to hire one of our All Star Chem-Dry professionals. The rug may contain exotic colouring which will react with most oil-displacing solutions. Water based paints: When it comes to a child’s artwork set, this is the most common type of paint you will deal with. Blot up any spills with a clean wet rag; try not to scrub the section because the spill will seep through the rug and spread. Once most of it is absorbed, use any type of detergent and hot water to apply the finishing touches. Latex Paints: The good thing about latex paint is that it’s so easy to remove. The secret solution is hot water; hot water causes the paint to soften and dissolve. Put some water on the stain and place a hot rag over the spill and leave it on the spot for about 10 minutes. Then take a fresh rag and keep blotting the section while periodically adding hot water. Even the most well behaved children are messy by nature, but our experts are here to help. The best way to remove any stains is by giving Natural Carpet Care, the best Toronto carpet cleaning professionals, a call and having one of our experts take care of it. Contact us today for a free quote today at 416-916-0550 and get rid of those pesky...
Read MoreDon’t Wait Till Spring…
Work Your Winter Cleaning Magic Now
ALL STAR BLOG Don’t Wait Till Spring…Work Your Winter Cleaning Magic Now When you live in Canada, you never have to wonder how the term ‘spring cleaning’ became so popular. It is almost impossible to clean during the cold, harsh and surprisingly enduring winter months. Due to this, many people decide to wait until the sun comes out before they begin to clean their homes. Although this may work for you, it surely does not work for your carpets. Below, you will see why your carpets should be regularly cleaned by a Toronto carpet cleaning professional. Elimination of Allergens: Each day, your carpet absorbs thousands of new allergens. These allergens can cause those who suffer from allergy issues to experience harsh side effects during the spring months. After receiving a professional carpet cleaning, the harmful allergens that once lived in your carpets will be removed and you will be rewarded with an allergen free home. Removal of Bacteria and Viruses: In addition to the possibility of bacteria living in your carpet and furniture, there is a high chance that germs and viruses can live in there too. While it is recommended that you have your furniture professionally cleaned every 18-24 months, you can also maintain your furniture between those cleanings by vacuuming it regularly and protecting it against spills and stains. Elimination of Grime and Salt: If there is snow in your area, the possibility of grime and salt being built-up in your carpet’s fibres is very high. The extreme build-up often results in unwanted stains and blemishes that end up leaving your carpet looking very old and worn out. The more worn out your carpet is, the shorter its lifespan will be. The trick to winter cleaning is not to let dark winter days get you down. Try to stay neat and efficient so that by the time spring rolls around, you will be outside soaking in the sunshine instead of scrubbing away at the stains in your carpets! For More Information Give us a call. Our experts at All Star Chem-Dry professional are readily available to assist you...
Read MoreNatural Carpet Cleaning
for Pets
ALL STAR BLOG Care Tips for Extending the Longevity of your Carpet Owning a pet, and keeping a clean and odour-free home is a delicate balance – harsh chemicals can be detrimental to your dog or cat’s lifespan. Choosing the right carpet cleaner involves selecting a solution that works against musty, pungent odours, but is also green carpet cleaning is enough to leave your pet unharmed. While pets can be trained meticulously, your puppy is likely going to choose a muddy romp over a clean bath any day. Dogs and cats alike bring in smells and dirt particles that can’t always be noticed right away. The easiest way to keep your home smelling fresh, is to focus on the areas that get the most contact with your animals – your floors. Routinely washing hard surfaces is a given, but deep cleaning your carpets is one of the better options you can take. Vacuuming is certainly important, but pet oils and dander can be absorbed within your carpet’s fibres, requiring more serious measures. Although some chemicals may not affect you, your pets have much more sensitive immune systems, and they can become ill from a much smaller dosage of toxicity. While browsing for options, remembering to go green will help protect your pets. These methods avoid the use of toxic cleaning agents, and keep water use to a minimum. Professionally cleaning your carpets is the best option. When choosing carpet cleaning services in Toronto, look for options like Chem-Dry. It makes it easy to be eco-friendly to your pets and you can relax knowing that your carpets are clean and healthy for your furry companions. Trust Chem-Dry for the professional carpet cleaning services you expect, with the sustainable quality that you and your pet require. Your pet’s safety is immeasurably important – don’t risk their health with harsh cleaning methods. Achieve better quality cleaning, with a safer outcome for you and your...
Read MoreHow to Tackle the
Winter Carpet Blues
ALL STAR BLOG How to Tackle the Winter Carpet Blues It’s wintertime, and that means your family is spending more time indoors and consequently, wear and tear to your carpet increases. Steady foot traffic can have a pretty serious impact on your carpet – but you also have to factor in pet hair and dander, on top of the regular accumulation of stains, dirt, and debris. Combat your winter carpet blues with three simple suggestions from your All Star Chem-dry Carpet Cleaning Specialists. 1. Vacuum This step is simple- removing the daily buildup of dirt and dust by routinely vacuuming will significantly extend the life of your carpet. Create a vacuum schedule and stick to it, and even if the carpet appears to be clean, you never know what lies beneath! By removing the top layer of dirt more frequently, you will reduce the amount of dirt that gets pushed deeper into your carpet’s fibres. 2. Spot treat Depending on the spot or stain, there are particular processes and solutions used for spot treatment. In the wintertime, it’s common for some dogs to become picky about their bathroom routines and urinate inside, instead of bearing the cold outdoors. Our patented cleaning product P.U.R.T. (Pet Urine Removal Treatment) is a revolutionary pet urine removal product; the chemical reaction sifts urine crystals and liquids from the source, to completely remove the odour. Or, if have an oriental rug you should only trust your precious family heirloom to professional rug cleaners. Without the right solution and methods, your rugs can discolour, fade, and slowly deteriorate. Luckily, our experts are fully trained on treating specialty rugs, using delicate procedures to ensure your rug will remain in top condition. 3. Give us a call Spilled liquids, like coffee and wine, can stain and seep into the carpet pad, harbouring pungent odours. Our team of expert carpet cleaning specialists are fully trained to remove bacteria, pervasive odours, and visible stains efficiently and sustainably. So if your pets have had many indoor accidents, and if your carpets have endured a lot of wear and tear, consult Chem-Dry’s professional cleaners today and get your carpets looking and smelling like...
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