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How to Clean Your Carpets and Upholstery to Prevent Allergies and Respiratory Issues
Feb
If you’re someone who suffers from allergies or respiratory issues, it’s important to keep your living space as clean as possible. One area that often goes overlooked is your carpets and upholstery. Dust mites, pet dander, and other allergens can accumulate in these materials, which can lead to sneezing, coughing, and other unpleasant symptoms. However, by cleaning your carpets and upholstery regularly, you can greatly reduce the number of allergens in your home.
Here are some tips from Cleaning Clinic on how to clean your carpets and upholstery to prevent allergies and respiratory issues:
Vacuum regularly!
The first step in preventing allergens from accumulating in your carpets and upholstery is to vacuum them regularly. Aim to vacuum your carpets at least once a week and your upholstery every other week. Make sure to use a vacuum with a HEPA filter, as this will trap small particles like dust mites and pet dander.
Use a carpet cleaner!
In addition to vacuuming, it’s important to use a carpet cleaner to deep clean your carpets every few months. Carpet cleaners use hot water and detergent to penetrate deep into the carpet fibres, loosening and removing dirt, allergens, and bacteria. Cleaning Clinic offers a range of carpet cleaning machines for rent or purchase, including the Karcher Professional Puzzi 10/1 Carpet Cleaner.
Spot clean spills immediately
Spills happen, but it’s important to clean them up as soon as possible to prevent them from setting in and becoming a breeding ground for bacteria and allergens. Blot spills with a clean cloth and use a carpet spot cleaner to remove any remaining stains.
Use an upholstery cleaner on upholstery
Spills happen, but it’s important to clean them up as soon as possible to prevent them from setting in and becoming a breeding ground for bacteria and allergens. Blot spills with a clean cloth and use a carpet spot cleaner to remove any remaining stains.
Upholstered furniture can harbour just as many allergens as carpets, so it’s important to clean it regularly as well. Use an upholstery cleaner to spot clean any stains and to deep clean the entire piece every few months. Cleaning Clinic offers a range of upholstery cleaning machines, including the Karcher Puzzi 10/1 Upholstery Cleaner.
In addition to these tips, it’s important to use high-quality cleaning appliances to ensure that you’re getting the best results possible. With loadshedding being a common issue in South Africa, battery-operated machines can be a great solution to keep your cleaning routine going even during power outages. Cleaning Clinic offers a range of battery-operated machines, including the Karcher WV 6 Premium Window Vac and the Karcher FC 7 Cordless Hard Floor Cleaner.
By following these tips and using high-quality cleaning appliances, you can keep your carpets, upholstery, and hard floors clean and free of allergens and bacteria, which can greatly improve your respiratory health and overall well-being.