Beware of these huge mistakes in carpet care

Who doesn’t love carpets? They’re extremely comfy and cozy. But they need lots of care. In fact, it would be very easy for the uninitiated to ruin a perfectly good carpet. Here are some of the more common mistakes people make with their carpets. 

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Vacuum 

Vacuuming carpets is one of the staples of carpet care. However, homeowners are cautioned against vacuuming new carpets that have yet to have dust and dirt settled in. Vacuuming can flatten the standing fiber of carpets and ruin the whole thing. Non-electric hand sweepers should do the trick. 

Stains 

One of the rules of thumb of carpet care is never to rub stains. Doing so only spread the undesirable substance. In order to prevent making the situation worse, simply dab the stain with cleaning solutions using a clean cloth. This blots the stain, pressuring it, and soaking the moisture inward. 

Water 

Still on the topic of stains, some overzealous owners may use too much water when dabbing. This can harm the carpet in two ways. First, it may cause the carpet to lose its color. Second, using too much water may lead to the shrinking of the carpet. 

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Don’t Let the Bedbugs Bite: Some Prevention Tips

Bed bugs are blood-sucking parasites that smell horrible, irritate the skin, and generally create great discomfort in anyone’s household. It’s imperative that these insects don’t share your home. Here are some tips on how to keep bedbugs away.

Sweep the floor and vacuum carpets and rugs regularly
A regular cleaning habit is key to preventing bedbugs from entering your house. Vacuum once a week and sweep more frequently. Also, dispose of collected trash immediately. If there happens to be bedbugs, they will spread faster if you don’t throw out the contents, particularly from your vacuum.

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Remove all clutter
Clear out the clutter in your house, as these can become breeding places for bedbugs. Also, they will make it harder to spot potential presence or infestation.

Wash and dry bed linens
Bedbugs are most likely going to be on your beddings and furniture upholstery. Wash them regularly in hot temperature and bring them immediately to a cleaning professional if you find any sign of blood spots.

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Inspect second-hand furniture and travel suitcases thoroughly
If you’ve just acquired used furniture, make sure to examine them closely before bringing into your home. Do the same for travel gear like suitcases if you’ve just returned from a trip or vacation. Again, if you’re sure that there are bedbugs in them, the best recourse is to contact a pest-control professional.

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