Spotlight on… Chem-Dry® Stain Extinguisher™

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With the New Year, we all want our homes to look sparkling. However, we all know that accidents cannot sometimes be avoided. But do you know how to deal with the spills and stains that can ruin your carpets? The professionals at Chem-Dry have developed their own products, in which you can trust.

The unrivalled performance of Chem-Dry® Stain Extinguisher™, a highly effective stain remover, ensures that common household stains are lifted to the surface for unparalleled stain removal. The non-toxic product is safe to use on carpets, upholstery, car interiors and upholstery fabrics, making it one of the most versatile products on the market. Its unique formula contains no harsh solvents, making it perfectly safe for you and your family, and leaves no dirt attracting residue to ensure that spots do not reappear. To use, follow these simple steps:

·         Remove excess liquid by blotting with a white towel, to avoid colour transfer onto fabric

·         Hold the can of Chem-Dry® Stain Extinguisher™15cm away from surface

·         Test hidden area of fabric to check for colourfastness

·         Thoroughly dampen the affected area

·         Allow 30 seconds for solution to penetrate the stain and lift it to the surface

·         Using a second clean white towel, blot the stain

·         Repeat if necessary

Chem-Dry® Stain Extinguisher™ is ideal for use on food spills and dirt, and will clean ketchup, syrups, chocolate and more from your carpets and upholstery. However, for more stubborn stains such as red wine, coffee and ink, you should contact CHEMDRY FIVE STAR  to book a professional clean.

Candles and Christmas go hand in hand adding that extra warm and inviting touch to any room. However, candles can leave unsightly wax drippings that can stain your furniture and carpets. With this simple guide you can remove those stubborn wax stains with ease.

What you need: Butter knife, terry towel and an iron.

1. You may be tempted to tackle the wax immediately but let the wax harden as it will be easier to remove. If there is a large amount of candle wax on the carpet, carefully using the butter knife scrape the majority of the wax away. Again, be cautious when doing this as each carpet will have different types of fibres.

2. Once the majority of the wax has been scraped up, vacuum the remnants.

3. Plug your iron on the high setting with steam. Cover wax with damp terry towel

4. Place your iron on the damp terry towel and move constantly to keep from burning or damaging your carpet.

5. As the iron heats the wax, the terry towel will absorb it lifting the wax out of your carpet.

6. Continue until the wax disappears. Once all the wax has been absorbed, vacuum the area.

8. If this method does not completely remove the stain, call the experts at Chem Dry for a professional carpet clean.

Further assistance call us on  01905 354257

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Technical Bulletin

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All pile yarn carpet is subject to pile reversal; however, it is most likely to be observed in smooth surfaced, densely constructed, plush type qualities. This phenomenon is difficult, if not impossible, to predict or prevent. Pile reversal creates a permanent change in the carpet’s appearance caused by the difference in the way light reflects off the sides and tip of a yarn as the pile lays in different directions. Shaded areas appear light from one direction and dark from another direction. After a period of use, carpet may look as though water has spilled on sections of the carpet, hence, the term “water marking.” Other terms also commonly used to describe pile reversal are “pooling,” “shading,” and “highlighting.”

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TUFTS AFFECTED BY PERMANENT PILE REVERSAL SHADING Approximately 2/3 of tuft lies normally.

Why the carpet pile, which lays uniformly in one direction when installed, changes direction permanently, is often a mystery. In many installations, the pile reversal direction is predictable from the pattern of foot traffic. Carpet pile is pushed away from turning traffic and toward the sides of a corridor. Shading lines can cross carpet seams even when the manufactured direction of the joined pieces of carpet differ. In other situations, location factors, such as an uneven subfloor, are thought to be possible causes for this phenomenon.

Pile reversal is not a manufacturing defect and does not affect the durability of the carpet. Pile reversal is not due to the materials used to produce the carpet, the manufacturing process, or any combination of these factors. Watermarking or shading may develop on a carpet made with any fiber(s) or manufacturing process. Once the condition has developed, it cannot be permanently removed.

When pile reversal takes place, there is little which can be done to return the carpet to its original appearance. Brushing or vacuuming may create some degree of temporary appearance change; however, this change is only at the top portion of the tuft. The pile will return to the reversed position after it is again subjected to foot traffic.

The visual impact of pile reversal depends on the nature of the carpet. Loop pile carpets or cut pile carpets with matte yarns have a low light reflecting quality. Boldly patterned carpets tend to help hide patterns of reflected light caused by pile reversal. If the pile collapse is moderate, shading may not be visible even though pile reversal has occurred.

It is not possible to assure that pile reversal will not develop in any carpet.

Why regular vacuuming is sometimes just not enough – Top tips for keeping your home bacteria free




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Vacuuming is essential for maintaining your carpets, but did you know that vacuum cleaners can be a breeding ground for bacteria?

Particles can linger inside vacuum cleaner bags for up to two months and whilst your carpets and home may look clean, carpet bacteria stirred into your carpet and the air by your vacuum cleaner can become a worry.

Tip 1 – Empty your vacuum cleaner regularly

Replace your vacuum cleaner bag regularly to ensure that any bacteria picked up is removed from your home definitively. It can be difficult to decipher when to change a vacuum cleaner bag, but as a general rule, replacing when 2/3 full results in an efficient clean, every time. Try not to leave a vacuum bag in longer than two months. Modern bagless vacuum cleaners can be emptied after every use. However tedious, this ensures that dust and bacteria are no longer in your home. Empty the canister outside, and be sure to wash thoroughly each time with a safe non-toxic disinfectant.

Tip 2 – Professionally clean your carpets regularly

A regular professional carpet clean from Chem-Dry ensures that 99.99% of bacteria are banished from your home. The Chem-Dry The Natural®formula is safe and non-toxic, leaving you knowing that you are creating the safest and healthiest possible environment for you and your family – Dirt is lifted and extracted from your carpet rather that being forced deeper into the carpet. Why not opt for one of our fantastic packages? The Chem-Dryclean and protect package teams all the benefits of a Chem-Dry clean with our industry leading Repel Protectant™. Your carpets will stay cleaner for up to 40% longer thanks to the quick drying, invisible protective barrier.

For more information about protecting your home and your carpets,contact your local franchise or call 01905 354257 for more information.