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Preventive Maintenance
A three-step preventive maintenance program will go a long way in
extending the new appearance and life of your carpet.
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VACUUM FREQUENTLY.
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The best way to reduce dirt accumulation and prolong the life
of your carpet is to vacuum, vacuum, vacuum! Most dirt, even
dust, is in the form of hard particles. When left in the carpet,
these gritty, sharpened particles abrade the pile as effectively
as sandpaper. How frequently should you vacuum? That depends
on the amount of traffic and soiling to which your carpet
is exposed. A vacuum cleaner or attachment with a rotating
brush or beater bar to agitate the pile is more effective
than one that relies on suction only.
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CLEAN MOST-USED AREAS.
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The most-used areas of the carpet -- entrances, doorways,
traffic lanes, around a favorite chair, etc. -- are going
to collect dirt much faster than the remainder of the carpet.
Cleaning these areas when they just begin to show soiling
stops the dirt from spreading to the rest of the house
and can extend the time between professional cleanings.
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PERIODIC PROFESSIONAL CLEANING.
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Dust and oils in the air will eventually leave a dulling film
even on unused parts of the carpet. Periodic professional
cleaning of the overall carpet is recommended. Carpets perform
best when properly cleaned by a professional carpet cleaner
using specially formulated cleaners developed for your carpet.
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