Plainfield Carpet Cleaning NJ

Dry compound: No water is used in this process. Rather, a powder (which theoretically contains a tiny amount of water, detergent and solvent) is sprinkled onto the carpet, is agitated into the carpet, and is then vacuumed up. Carpet shampooing: a very sudsy shampoo is applied to the carpet, the foam theoretically attracts dirt, and the foam and dirt is then vacuumed up.

Steam cleaning or 'hot water extraction': hot water is finely sprayed into the carpet, which shakes the dirt and debris loose, and is immediately sucked up with the water. Many service providers offer carpet shampooing. This may have been what you tried before. Now, the industry is recognizing the huge advantages of carpet steam cleaning. In fact, if you check with your carpet or area rug manufacturer, this is the method they most likely recommend.

Steam cleaning uses hot water as the only cleaning agent. Unlike other chemicals and solvents, hot water will absolutely not cause any harm to the carpet fibers. Harsh cleaning chemicals might weaken the carpet fibers, leading to a shorter lifespan of the carpet.