Archive for May, 2010

Prevent Dark Lines From Forming Around the Edges of Carpeted Walls

Tuesday, May 11th, 2010

Each day in my Carpet Cleaning Portland business I visit homes to access their carpet cleaning needs. Often, in multi-level homes with a second story there usually seems to be black lines around the edges of the baseboard walls. I am often asked what these dark lines are called and where they come from?

These lines are called filtration lines. They are usually gray or black and caused by an improperly balanced ventilation system. Timely changing the heating filters can keep these lines from becoming a problem.

Another part of maintaining your heating system is cleaning your vents from time to time. Here is a great article that explains How to Clean Household Air Vents.

Even a professional carpet cleaner with specialized cleanings skills may not be able to remove the stains 100%. The problem that I have seen when homeowners try to correct these types of stains themselves end up damaging their baseboards.

Before cleaning these areas, please contact a professional carpet cleaner. Hope this information is helpful. Talk to you soon…Sean

How to Clean a Smelly Vacuum

Sunday, May 2nd, 2010

The key to excellent carpet maintenance is through vacuuming. Ok, so you know you need to vacuum your carpet to keep it looking new in-between carpet cleaning appointments. You also know that you need proper vacuuming techniques to maximize your vacuuming efforts. You have even learned how to select the best vacuum cleaner. Your only real limitation is learning how to Prevent a Smelly Vacuum Cleaner. This is a great article written by Dave Donovan that I hope will motivate you to take the best care of your carpets.

I hope this information is helpful. Talk to you soon…Sean