2.

The principles of carpet cleaning are listed in the S100 Standard and
Reference Guide for Professional Carpet Cleaning, last published by the IICRC in 2002.

The principles of carpet cleaning include:

• Dry Soil Removal - thorough vacuuming using an upright vacuum with brush agitation and high-efficiency double-lined collection bag, or a final filter, to remove up to 99% of particles at 1 micron.
• Soil Suspension - This involves the application of properly specified, formulated and mixed preconditioning agents designed to separate soil from fibers.
  There are four fundamentals involved in soil suspension:
  1. application of preconditioning chemicals;
  2. using heat or temperature to speed chemical reactions;
  3. agitation for proper chemical distribution,
  4. and providing dwell time so that chemical reactions can be completed before soil extraction is attempted. The acronym "CHAT" makes the fundamentals of soil suspension easy to remember.
• Soil Extraction - Any method of cleaning must physically remove soils if it is to be successful. Soil removal takes place with absorption, wet vacuuming, rinsing, and even dry vacuuming. The most popular method for soil removal among professionals is hot water extraction.
• Grooming, as necessary - Grooming has little to do with physical soil removal; however, it is needed to eliminate pile distortion and matting, to properly distribute additives, such as carpet protectors, and to create an even appearance for your inspection.
• Drying - Damp carpet resoils rapidly, creates potential for slip-fall problems and ultimately, can grow bacteria with associated odor.

3.

Shaw Industries, StainMaster and Mohawk,
who together manufacturer over 80% of the world's carpet, recommend hot water extraction cleaning.

This paragraph comes from the current STAINMASTER Warranty page

“To qualify for coverage under this limited warranty, you must have had hot water extraction, performed by a trained, qualified carpet care professional, at least every 24 months since the date of purchase of your carpet.
(You must provide your receipts for proof of service.†)”

http://www.stainmaster.com/warranty/stainmaster_carpet_warranties.jsp
http://www.stainmaster.comimages/documents/SFC_Consumr_Warrn_20070801.pdf

Residential Carpet Cleaning

The #1 question the (IICRC) gets asked.
“How often should I get my carpets cleaned?”

Answer: Frequently used carpet should be professionally cleaned by a qualified technician at least annually - perhaps a little longer interval for infrequently used carpet and even sooner for carpet in homes occupied by respiratory sensitive or allergic persons; or in homes with indoor pets.

The following chart from the IICRC S100 Standard and Reference Guide for
Professional Carpet Cleaning serves as a guideline for recommending cleaning
frequencies for carpet. They consider traffic, soil rating, vacuuming schedules,
spot cleaning schedules, and professional interim and restorative cleaning.

The (IICRC) Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification
“Residential Carpet Cleaning Frequency Chart”

Home / Carpet Owner
General Maintenance

Spot
Cleaning

The following information is from the
warranty booklet for Stainmaster Carpets.

STAINMASTER ULTRA LIFE® carpets are the thickest, most luxurious STAINMASTER® carpets available, combining outstanding stain and soil resistance with ultimate comfort. These carpets feature an enhanced stain warranty and additional protection against texture loss, making them the most elegant and longest lasting in the STAINMASTER® line.

Q. Why is professional cleaning important?
A. When vacuuming no longer removes all of the soil, or you have not been able to remove stains following the recommended carpet care and cleaning procedures found on pages 18–21 of this booklet, it’s time to have your carpet cleaned by a trained and qualified professional cleaner.

A reputable professional cleaner knows the
latest information on carpet construction,carpet care products, and safe, effective cleaning methods to help maintain carpet beauty.

Q. How often should my carpet be cleaned?
A. We recommend professional cleaning at least every 12 months.

We require professional cleaning every 24 months to be eligible for coverage under many of the limited warranties set forth in this booklet.

Q. Is more frequent cleaning recommended with lighter carpet colors?
A. Lighter carpet shades, combined with the degree of soil build-up and the amount of traffic in the home, may require a more frequent cleaning schedule than just one professional cleaning every 12 months.

Q.Which cleaning method is recommended?
A. Steam or hot water extraction is the
recommended method for deep cleaning most carpets.

Hot water extraction uses a machine to apply water and a cleaning solution (if necessary) into the carpet pile to attack the soil and greasy build-up on the carpet fibers.

A powerful vacuum then extracts the solution almost immediately. Properly performed, hot water extraction will effectively remove accumulated soil from the carpet and refresh the texture of your carpet.

Q.What should my professional cleaner know?
A. Make sure your professional cleaner knows and follows these guidelines:

1. Cleaning Requirements
   • Vacuum thoroughly.
   • Use professional cleaning methods with hot water extraction.
   • Immediate maximum residue removal is critical.
   • If solvents or pre-spotters are needed, first do a general cleaning and then, if necessary, spot clean.
2. Cleaning Solutions
   • pH must be 10 or less.
   • Must not contain any cationic agent as found in manybactericides, biocides, anti-stats, pesticides, etc.
   • Use only enough solution to assure maximum cleaning and minimum residue.

Q. Is do-it-yourself carpet cleaning okay?
A. Professional cleaning is recommended for any carpet and is required every 24 months to maintain coverage under many of these limited warranties.

If you decide to do it yourself during an interim cleaning time period, carefully follow these guidelines:

• Use only cleaning solutions that are acceptable for use on stain and soil resistant carpet.
• Before using any cleaning solutions, pre-test for colorfastness on a small, inconspicuous area of the carpet. Cationic or chemicals with a pH greater than 10 should be avoided as they may void your STAINMASTER® carpet limited warranties.
• Follow the manufacturer’s directions carefully. Avoid using too much detergent, as it could cause re-soiling.
• Rinse thoroughly

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Carpet is basically constructed in two types of piles: loop pile or cut pile. Patterned carpet is a combination of both loop and cut yarns or variations of loops set to different pile heights.

How long a carpet will retain it's like new texture and appearance is based on 2 major factors: 1- the manufacturing process including: type of fiber, how tight the yarns are twisted and heat set, pile density, and how tightly the tufts are packed together.

in many different carpet fiber types like nylon, wool, polyester, polypropylene (Olefin), PET and other blends.

Berber carpets are really just big loops of yarn. Berbers are generally made from polypropylene or wool and are either produced in a level loop, or multi-level loop carpet or cut pile construction

Cut Pile Saxony Carpets

• Generally made in solid colors
• Surface has a smooth appearance
• Generally made with nylon fibers
• Good performance and in appearance
• Works well with traditional or formal room settings

Textured Cut Pile Saxony Carpet

• Surface appearance is textured
• Stylish, casual appearance
• Won't show vacuum cleaner marks or footprints
• Very popular carpet style today
• Good choice for active areas of the home

Frieze Carpet

• Very textured, knobby surface appearance
• Extremely durable, and excellent wearing
• Yarns very tightly twisted
• Will cost more than textured cut pile carpets
• Great for active areas of the home

Cut & Uncut Patterned Carpet

• Intermixed loops and cut pile, creates a patterned design
• Loops are shorter than the cut pile creating a carved appearance
• Usually constructed in multi-color designs
• Helps hide footprints and traffic patterns
• Great choice for a variety of room settings

Level Loop Carpets

• Loops are same height and generally multi-colored
• Usually made from polypropylene (olefin) carpet fibers
• Often called Indoor-Outdoor or Commercial Carpet
• Casual appearance, but extremely durable
• Great for family rooms or basements

Multi-Level Loop Carpets

• Has several different heights of loops
• Generally multi-colored
• Very durable, casual appearance
• Offered in many unique looking designs and patterns
• Helps hides traffic patterns

Pets, Guests, Kids and Spouses

“Why Your Carpet Needs Carpet Protector Re-Applied”

Almost all new carpet has some type of protective overspray called a"fluorochemical" applied when it is manufactured. Whether it is 3M's ScotchgardTM, Dupont's Teflon® or the carpet manufacturer's own product, there is usually some type of protection applied at the mill.

You might remember when your carpet was new that any
type of spill beaded up on the top of the carpet.

You might also notice now that in the traffic areas of your carpet,
spills no longer bead up and they tend to just soak through.

The protectant helped keep spillage from actually getting to the acid dye blockers and resist dry soil. That protective overspray the mill applied

"How Carpet Protectant Works to Preserve and Protect Your Carpet"

New Carpet Fibers -

Here’s an illustration of what your carpet fibers look like when they’re new—all squeaky clean.

Dirty Carpet Fibers

As your carpet fiber surfaces become worn and walked upon, their surface is now porous and it attracts and traps more sand, dirt, pollen, sand-spurs, dust mites and their feces, along with everything else your family has brought home from the outside world.

Worn Carpet Fibers

Cleaning will remove the soil and reset the nap on many carpet fibers. However the scratches are still on the fiber.

Protected Fibers

When protectant is applied after a each professional cleaning, the porous openings in your carpet fibers are filled in, leaving a smooth, like-new surface. Every time you vacuum, all the sand, dirt, pollens, dust mites ... and their feces, are whisked up by your vacuum instead of staying in the pores of our families carpet.

“Protect Your Family
& Your Carpet Investment”

• Professional carpet cleaner should reapply
  Carpet Protector after each cleaning.
• Reapplying after every cleaning can only enhance the protective properties of the
  treatment.
• Regular vacuuming is essential. Carpet protector helps keep dry soil and oily residues from sticking to the carpet fibers. This makes routine vacuuming more efficient and delays the need for a general steam cleaning.

“Tile and Grout Cleaning”

“Have you noticed your tile and grout
getting darker and darker in high traffic areas,
counter tops or the bathroom?”

Eventually mopping, or surface cleaning just won’t get your tile and grout clean Dirt and soil can be absorbed into the grout between the tile and build up on tile surfaces, leaving your tile floor dull and dingy.

“You have 2 cleaning choices!”
1. Get on your hands and knees with a toothbrush, or
2. Lets us power clean your tile and grout.

Our powerful truck mounted cleaning system
will restore the natural beauty of your ceramic tile
and grout quickly and economically.