Care Tips for Extending the Longevity of your Carpet
ALL STAR BLOG Care Tips for Extending the Longevity of your Carpet Keeping your carpet clean isn’t an easy task – pets, children, spills – life happens. Instead of fretting over your carpet, here are some simple tips to extend the longevity of your carpet’s life: 1. Vacuum your carpet three times a week with a high-efficiency particulate air filter, or a HEPA vacuum. Investing in a good vacuum will set the groundwork for long-term maintenance. 2. Handle stains with care – when something is spilled, make sure to remove as much of it as possible before blotting it with a clean white cloth. Attempting to “scrub” it will simply push it further into the carpet. 3. Rearrange your furniture. This will even out the amount of wear particularly spots in your carpet receive. This will prevent areas from becoming treaded so frequently that they create a discolouration. 4. Call a carpet cleaning professional – Natural Carpet Care. Carpet that goes without a deep-clean for an extended period of time can be carrying grime, mites, and bacteria. Your carpets will look noticeably cleaner- you might be surprised at the colour before and after. But it’s more than just appearances – choosing a deep clean for your carpets is a choice for better health. Removing dander, allergens, and bacteria will help you and your family breath and sleep easier. It will also help your home to feel clean, smell great, and look polished. Our environmentally friendly carpet cleaning methods will ensure the safety of your children and pets is being protected. Investing in carpet cleaning is much more cost-effective than investing in carpet replacement. We’ll leave your carpets cleaner, drier, healthier. Trust Natural Carpet Care – your carpet cleaning...
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ALL STAR BLOG 3 DIY Projects You Should Leave to the Professionals To be a jack of all trades has become very popular in 2015 – from DIY weddings, home reno, cake art, and more. Pinterest has completely revolutionized everything as a potential project – and there’s realistically a youtube video for anything you would like to learn. Does this mean that you will be very successful? Not necessarily. There are some jobs that you should simply leave to the professionals. 1. Plumbing There’s a good reason why plumbers are paid so well – they have a very specific skill set. Clearing a clog or fixing a toilet seat is one thing – backups and damaging piping are another. Consult a professional. 2. Electrical Switching out a light bulb? No problem. Delving into complex electric wires to find out what that one switch in your house turns on? Not the best idea. Playing around can lead to electric shock or even fire – consult a professional. 3. Carpet Cleaning What part of your home gets the most wear, and the least amount of attention? Your carpet, of course. Dust and dirt can build-up over time and make your home look dingy or even musty. Without proper care, your carpets can soak up smells, allergens, and stains that cannot be removed by vacuuming alone. Trust your carpet cleaning in Toronto to the professionals at Natural Carpet Care. Once a season, give some affection to the part of your home that needs it the most – your carpet. A home healthy study concludes that Chem-Dry’s Hot Carbonation extraction system removes 98.1% of common household allergens. We use a patented hot-carbonating extraction system to remove particles from the very base of your carpet. We extract with microscopic co2 bubbles to penetrate and remove dirt from your carpet. We protect your carpet and leave your home feeling brand new again, with 80% less water than a standard steam cleaner. This means no detergents, allergens, or domestic “steam-cleaning” machines that can cause mold to build up as your carpet slowly dries. Trust your professional carpet cleaner in Toronto – trust Natural Carpet...
Read MoreHow To Clean Coffee Spills And Stains | A Guide By All Star Chem-Dry
ALL STAR BLOG How To Clean Coffee Spills And Stains | A Guide By All Star Chem-Dry Did you ever notice how coffee spills always happen at the worst possible time? It happens as you run out of the door because you’re late for an appointment. Sometimes it happens in the middle of a dinner party or just when you curl up with a book you’ve been meaning to read for ages now. The trick when it comes to dealing with coffee spills on your carpeting, rugs or furniture is to treat the area as soon as possible. This is a simple 6-step process. 1. Blot the area with paper towels If coffee gets spilled onto your carpet, time is of the essence and prompt action is required to prevent staining. Blot up as much of the coffee as possible and as soon as possible. 2. Do your research on how to clean the area Carpets are constructed in several different ways and from a variety of fibers. Understanding the strengths and difference of each will help you decide on the right stain-removal techniques. 3. Spray some water on the stain Use lukewarm water sprayed on the carpet using a spray bottle to gently dampen the stain. 4. Use an appropriate cleaning solution To treat a coffee spill, you can prepare your own carpet cleaning solution or use a professional product. Chem-Dry carries a host of green certified and eco-friendly carpet cleaners containing no soaps, detergents, solvents or other harsh chemicals. 5. Rinse the stain Once you apply your cleaning solution, rinse the area with warm water using a clean sponge. Remove any excess liquid by blotting the area with a clean dishtowel or sturdy paper towels. 6. Dry the carpet And finally, to dry the spill, place sturdy paper towels over the damp spot and place a heavy object over the towels. Leave to stand for several hours or overnight so the stains don’t reappear. Obviously, the above stain removal guide is very basic. It can help prevent the more common stains and spills but some accidents cannot be resolved without the assistance of professionally trained technicians equipped with state-of-the-art products and equipment. Specialty stain removal by All Star Chem-Dry When it comes to carpet care, some spills and stains are tougher to get out than others. For example, things like chocolate, blood, pet accidents, coffee and wine are not easily removed. Using the natural cleaning power of carbonation together with Chem-Dry’s patented carpet cleaner- The Natural, Chem-Dry offers a superior carpet cleaning experience. Our professionally trained technicians are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and products that can take care of virtually all spots and stains. Additionally, Chem-Dry’s Hot Carbonating Extraction (HCE) process removes an average of 98.1% of common household allergens from carpets and upholstery including pet dander and dust mites. For more information about Chem-Dry’s specialty stain removal service or our patented cleaning solution- The Natural, call us now on 416-916-0550. Servicing Toronto and the York Region, at All Star Chem-Dry, we are your local and friendly Toronto carpet cleaning...
Read MoreHow To Fight Fall Allergies | A Guide By All Star Chem-Dry
ALL STAR BLOG How To Fight Fall Allergies | A Guide By All Star Chem-Dry Though flowers stop blooming and the air turns crisper and cooler during the fall months, many allergy sufferers get no reprieve. The only difference is: while the spring season confronts the sneezy masses with sky-high pollen counts, fall comes with its own troublesome allergens to contend with including misery-inducing ragweed, mold and dust mites. Common symptoms include runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, coughing and dark circles under the eyes. To cope with allergies when the leaves start falling off trees, 1. Know your allergy triggers For example, ragweed is a plant that pollinates toward the end of summer causing what’s commonly referred to as hay fever. To avoid ragweed, it is recommended to wear a protective mask on very windy days when pollen counts may be high. A high-efficiency furnace filter in the heating and air conditioning units of your home can also help capture some of the pollen particles associated with ragweed. The second common fall allergy trigger is mold. In truth, mold can cause symptoms year round but in autumn, mold spores thrive more when anchored to wet, fallen leaves. Then of course dust mites cause allergies and while dust mites thrive in warm and humid weather, the allergens in their waste products can get stirred up when you turn on the heat in the fall. To avoid dust mites, regular vacuuming and HEPA air filters in the home are recommended to alleviate symptoms. 1. Think pet dander and fur Pet dander, as you probably already know, is comprised of dead skin shed by the animals you may have in your home. It is also a source of pet allergies, which affects approximately 40% of people with seasonal allergies. Pet allergies can also be triggered by fur, saliva and urine from pets. In particular, St. Bernards, bulldogs and cats are among the worst offenders when it comes to causing allergic reactions in people. The trick to avoid pet allergies is to consider hypoallergenic breeds like Havanese and Schnauzer. You also need to get rid of pet dander in your home with regular cleaning. 2. Professional carpet, rug and upholstery cleaning Just like the clothes you wear need regular washing to keep them hygienic, your carpets and upholstered furniture require periodic cleaning to release problematic soils. After all, carpets act as a filter in the home and collect all sorts of dust, grit and soil. Accumulated soil reduces carpet and fabric life. It also increases the risk of allergies, mold and many other potential problems. Regular vacuuming is a necessity to keep your carpets clean but it does not get rid of deep-down dirt or nasty germs. That’s a job for the professionals. About All Star Chem-Dry If you’re looking for a service that you can trust to get out even the toughest, deep-down grime in your carpets, Chem-Dry offers a safe and healthy process that will give you the peace of mind of having a truly refreshed home. After all, promoting healthy households and a sustainable environment is at the forefront of everything we do from our proprietary low-moisture cleaning process to our Chem Dry green certified solutions. To book a clean or for more information about our healthier and safer carpet cleaning experience, call us now 416-916-0550! We are your local Chem-Dry carpet...
Read MoreManaging Allergies In The Workplace A Guide By All Star Chem-Dry
ALL STAR BLOG Managing Allergies In The Workplace | A Guide By All Star Chem-Dry It’s hard enough to cope with allergies when you’re at home but dealing with allergies at work is even more challenging. Just ask anyone who’s ever dozed off in the middle of an important meeting because they were too exhausted. In fact, allergies in the workplace cause a worrying amount of symptoms including nasal problems, eye conditions, dry throats, lethargy and headaches. The reason: Many workplaces have carpeted floors. Carpets and soft furnishings are hotspots for allergy sufferers harboring house dust mites and their allergen. But it’s not just flooring that can cause problems! Open bookshelves can also accumulate dust and release allergens into the atmosphere, while plants in the office can become breeding ground for mould. Given that people spend the majority of their waking hours in the workplace, a clean and healthy environment for customers and employees is a must. Chem-Dry for office, retail and commercial spaces When it comes to businesses, Chem-Dry offers a superior carpet cleaning experience. For example, Chem-Dry understands that businesses want to provide a clean and healthy environment for employees and customers, but they also need carpets and upholstered furniture to dry fast so the business can run with little or no disruption. Chem-Dry’s patented Hot Carbonating Extraction (HCE) process makes use of the natural cleaning efficacy of carbonation to detach and remove dirt from deep within your carpets so they can be extracted. This process uses 80% less water than traditional steam cleaning. It also removes 98.1% of common household allergens. Therefore, Chem-Dry’s cleaning process is: 1. Drier Chem-Dry’s cleaning process relies on the deep-cleaning power of carbonation. It delivers dry times of 1-2 hours instead of 1-2 days. 2. Cleaner Chem-Dry’s cleaning process uses the bubbly properties of carbonation to pull dirt and grime from carpets. This ensures a deep-down and long lasting clean. 3. Healthier And finally, promoting a healthy and sustainable environment is at the forefront of everything Chem-Dry stands for. To that end, Chem-Dry uses a proprietary cleaning solution that is green certified and eco-friendly and contains ingredients copied straight from Mother Nature. So while steam cleaners use excessive amounts of water filled with soaps and detergents, Chem-Dry is a high quality carpet cleaning process. Additionally, carpets left wet for 1-2 days becomes breeding ground for mold, mildew and bacteria while soapy residue left behind attracts dirt and causes quicker resoiling. According to a study commissioned by pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson, as many as 10 million Canadians suffer from allergy symptoms. The same study also concluded that 55% of Canadians claim that their allergies cut into their productivity. Therefore, if you wheeze or have trouble with lethargy only when you are at work, you may have a problem. Some of the common workplace irritants include: 1. Cleaning supplies Keeping the office clean can reduce allergens but some cleaning products can trigger allergy-like symptoms. 2. Carpeting, upholstery and area rugs Carpeting, upholstered furniture and area rugs serve as breeding grounds for dust mites. They are also littered with their dead bodies and waste. 3. Air filtration systems Air pollution is not only an outdoor problem. The air in enclosed spaces can also be polluted, in particular from chemicals released from furnishings, synthetic fibers and other products. For more information about managing allergies at work, call us now on 416-916-0550. We are your local Chem-Dry carpet...
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