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  • Carpet of synthetic fibers rarely wears out by the fiber wearing away. Usually its appearance just deteriorates to a unacceptable state. Regular care by vacuuming will prolong the life of the carpet considerably. A vacuum with a brush and beater removes dirt that has penetrated below the surface. Carpet with loop pile is more difficult to clean and may be more susceptible to being caught by shoe heel projections, toys or pet claws and pulled away from the base. These strings should not be pulled, but should be clipped to the length of the pile. Tight loop pile of berber weaves may be more difficult to clean deeply.
     
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    • Preferred Vacuum types for carpet care:
      A cleaner with a rotating brush or beater/brush which mechanically loosens the soil so that the vacuum will remove it is preferred. For loop pile carpets which may be damaged somewhat by the pulling of the bush, a cleaner with suction only may be preferred. Top loading bags are usually better than bottom loaders for maintaining good suction. Paper bags are usually better than cloth to prevent particles leaking back into the air. The height should be adjusted so that a vibrating action will extend a few inches from the beater but not be so low that the motor is slowed down. Vacuum across the traffic flow pattern occasionally to help prevent matting of the pile.
       
    • The care of your carpet should include:
      Preventive maintenance with soil release agents such as Scotchguard.
      Regular Vacuuming
      Removal of stains and spills
      Overall cleaning on a regular basis 
       
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    • Stain and Spot Removal:
      It is helpful to have on hand household ammonia, vinegar, and a grease remover such as Carbona, Energine or K2R. Food spills should be removed by scraping with a dull knife or spoon and then blotting. These may be followed by a dilute detergent solution (a half teaspoon dishwashing liquid in a quart of water) and finally plain water, using a blotting action to remove as much of the residual detergent as possible.
       
    • DO NOT USE: Bleaches, tile cleaners, mildew removers, oven cleaners, or drain cleaners. They can cause irreparable damage. Acne preparations contain benzoyl peroxide which can damage areas of the carpet.
       
    • A Guide for Stain and Spot Cleaning for various types of spills is included.  

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    Preventive Maintenance
    Use a quality pad under your carpet
    Keep entryways clean and utilize mats at entrances
     
    Move heavy furniture occasionally to avoid crushing the pile.
    Move heavy furnishings on a protective sheet of plywood or cardboard
    Do not use chairs or fixtures with wheels or casters over padded carpet
    Avoid prolonged exposure to bright sunlight utilizing blinds, shades or awnings
    Area rugs over your carpet should be removed and cleaned regularly and replaced only after the underlying carpet is completely dry from any cleaning operation
    Carpets treated with soil resistant finishes still require regular cleaning