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Methods Of Carpet Cleaning
carpet cleaning methods Auckland

Of all the carpet cleaning methods available, which is best? Ask any carpet cleaner this question; their answer will probably be whichever method they use.

Furthermore, the question differs on which carpet cleaning method is best for the project’s cleaning needs.

Indeed, a thorough carpet inspection is always a good start and helps:

  • determine which method is best suited for the job
  • identify any potential problems or limitations
  • discuss client expectations

Whichever carpet cleaning system is selected, proper vacuuming is fundamental.

Approximately 79% of all carpet soil can be removed with vacuuming alone. Unfortunately, many carpet cleaning services often overlook this vacuum cleaning step. Of course, our Carpet Cleaning Auckland technicians carry a quality upright vacuum cleaner with a Hepa filter.

Hence, with an emphasis on “healthy” cleaning, the dry soil should be removed through vacuuming. The vacuum system should filter to .1-.5 microns or ideally utilise a “HEPA” filter.

What Are The Dry Carpet Cleaning Methods?

Generally, the term dry cleaning brings to mind a waterless cleaning system. Much like a dry cleaner would be used to “dry clean” clothing since the dry cleaning method is a low-moisture carpet cleaning, indeed “Dry” because the carpet can be cleaned and returned to use.

The dry carpet cleaning methods are:

1. Absorbent Powder/Dry Extraction Cleaning

  • This method utilises a porous medium (sponges or powders) impregnated with water and small amounts of detergent and solvent to absorb and control the soil once loosened, holding it for removal by vacuuming.
  • The advantages include less streaking and wick-backs of soil, and the carpet can be back in service immediately.
  • The disadvantages of this method include a residue buildup of the absorbent sponges or powder. This method may limit its ability to clean heavily soiled carpets.
  • Some popular cleaning system names for this method include Host and Capture.
  • Carpet Cleaning Auckland no longer uses this cleaning method as it is ineffective.

2. Bonnet Pad Cleaning

  • To accomplish the cleaning, spray a cleaning solution over the face of the carpet pile. Buff the carpet with absorbent pads (bonnets) attached to a floor machine. The absorbent pads absorb the carpet soil. When the bonnets stop drinking dirt, the pads are rinsed, changed, or turned over to finish the job.
  • See the system’s ability to identify the advantages of bonnet cleaning. An excellent method to use for a maintenance program requires minimal operator skill.
  • The disadvantage of this method is the lack of deep cleaning action.
  • Carpet Cleaning Auckland does not use this carpet cleaning method as it is only surface cleaning and is ineffective.

3. Rotary Shampoo

  • This is one of the oldest carpet cleaning methods and utilises a rotary floor machine equipped with a solution tank and a shower feed brush. Scrub the carpet while the shampoo is fed through the shower feed brush.
  • The distorted carpet is due to the scrubbing action of the cleaning process. Set or groom the carpet pile before the rug dries to avoid an uneven appearance. Perform a dry vacuum to remove loose soil and crystallised detergent residues.
  • The advantages are excellent agitation and deep cleaning, producing good overall cleaning results. With low equipment and chemical costs, this system is very economical.
  • The disadvantages are pile distortion from improper scrubbing or incorrect brushes. It needs a high level of operator skills for the best results.

Indeed, Carpet Cleaning Auckland no longer uses this carpet cleaning method as it generally leaves the carpet too wet and is ineffective.

Carpet Cleaning Methods – Encapsulation

This system uses cleaning chemistry containing a detergent and a “crystallising” polymer.

  • The detergent works to suspend the soil, encapsulated by the polymer and dries to a crystal.
  • The advantage of this method is the lack of dirt-attracting residues. The carpet stays cleaner longer.
  • The disadvantage of this method is its ineffectiveness on grease-impacted carpets.

Indeed, Carpet Cleaning Auckland no longer uses this carpet cleaning method as it is only an interim surface clean and is ineffective.

4. Dry Foam Shampoo

This carpet cleaning method is a version of the shampoo method. Special equipment equipped with a foam generator whips the shampoo liquid into a foam before applying it to the carpet. It is called “dry” from the low liquid (10% liquid and 90% air).

  • Most dry foam equipment utilises reel-type brush systems for agitation. The advantages include low moisture usage, fast drying times, and covering large areas. Thus, it is suitable for surface appearance management in commercial maintenance programs.
  • The disadvantages are moderate soil removal and periodic hot water extraction.

Carpet Cleaning Auckland no longer uses this carpet cleaning method as it is ineffective.

Above all, use the most common dry carpet cleaning methods in the commercial carpet cleaning arena. At the same time, it can also be used in residential.

Hot Water Extraction

Of all the carpet cleaning methods available, the one used for restorative commercial and most residential carpet cleaning. Indeed, hot water extraction is also known as steam cleaning.

Hot Water Extraction For Carpet Cleaning

  • Either portable or  Truck-mounted equipment.
  • Proper “pre-conditioning” of areas of heavy soil accumulation is an essential step in the steam cleaning process.
  • Pre-condition, agitate and rinse the carpet so that this cleaning method works best.
  • Although modern truck mounts offer more heat and quicker drying times than a portable, the portable machine can go where the truck mount cannot.
  • The advantages of the hot water extraction method are high production rates and relatively low chemical costs. They are the most efficient method for soil removal by carpet manufacturers and fibre producers.
  • The disadvantages include longer drying times, a high level of operator skill, and high equipment and maintenance costs.

Whether dry or wet, each carpet cleaning method has advantages and disadvantages. And each system can provide good results if operated as designed.

Indeed, the two types of steam extraction are portable, which is done with a smaller portable machine, and Truck-mounted, which is done with a more practical machine and is the most effective carpet cleaning method available.

Yet, Carpet Cleaning Auckland uses a different carpet cleaning method, which is very effective and recommended by all the major carpet manufacturers.

Of All The Carpet Cleaning Methods, Which One Is Best?

NZ Wool Board, 3M, Dupont, the world’s largest carpet manufacturer, recommends Steam Extraction, preferably truck-mounted steam extraction. Indeed, Auckland Carpet Cleaning does not use this carpet cleaning method as it is very effective and recommended by all the major carpet manufacturers.

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Updated Last: March/17/2024 By Graeme Stephens

 

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