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What are the benefits of carpet cleaners – and how do you use them?
Between trodden-in dirt, muddy pawprints, and spilled cuppas – a simple vacuuming might not be enough. That’s where carpet cleaners come in to get the job done.
Unlike vacuum cleaners, which are great for those day-to-day cleanups, carpet cleaners get deep into the fibres of your floors to lift stains and embedded dirt that other appliances just can’t get to.
Still not fully on board? Let’s unpack exactly why these appliances are worth their weight in gold when it comes to keeping your carpets clean.
Money saving
Once you’ve bought the appliance, all you’ll have to pay for is refills of your solution, instead of shelling out for a professional to handle the job.
On average, it’ll cost you £150 to £300 to buy a professional to sort the whole house - or £40 to £70 per room. Compare that to the typical price range of £150 to £250 for a full-size carpet cleaner, and you can see how buying your own can be a great value investment.
Even better, where a for-hire cleaner might use harsh chemicals to treat your carpets, you’ve got the choice of eco-friendly, pet-safe, and hypoallergenic solutions.
Time saving
There’s no need to clear your schedule to make time for the appointment either – with your own carpet cleaner, you can just pick it up whenever a spill happens, instead of waiting around for someone to show up.
Extra convenience
And because you’re the one in control, you only have to tackle the jobs you actually need. Meaning you don’t have to call someone ‘round for a full carpet refresh, when you only want to sort that stain in the living room. And those regular light cleanups don’t just keep things looking fresh, they’ll help your carpets stay in good shape for longer too. Win win.
So basically, a carpet cleaner means fewer faffs, no stains, and floors that stay looking lovely for years to come. How’s that for one appliance?
How to use a carpet cleaner
It’s all well and good chatting about the benefits, but you might be thinking it’s a little too difficult to do a DIY deep clean as good as a professional.
Not at all. We’ll go through the simple step-by-step process, and some useful rule-of-thumb tips to follow for flawless floors.
Prep your space
Move furniture out of the way and vacuum the area you want to clean first.
Fill tanks
Use warm water – not hot, since this can damage the appliance as well as carpet fibres – along with your machine’s recommended solution.
Work in sections
Start at the furthest corner of the room and work toward the door to avoid walking on wet carpet.
Slow and steady
Forward passes dispense solution while backward passes extract muck and water. No need to rush – slow passes get more dirt out and mean things will dry faster too.
Avoid over-wetting
Too much water can give mould room to thrive. If your carpet feels too wet, do a few extra dry passes.
Speed up drying
Open up windows or pop a fan on for extra airflow. Avoid walking on the carpet for 6 to 12 hours.
Clean your machine
Empty the tanks, rinse the brushes, and check the filters after every use. Store it somewhere dry to prevent mildew.
Top tip:
Test solution
If you’re worried about damaging your carpets, it’s a completely normal fear – but totally avoidable. Test your solution on a hidden corner of the floor first to make sure you don’t run into any unwanted surprises.
Deep clean
When you get going with a full deep-clean, stick to the recommended dilution, avoid over-wetting the carpet, and let everything dry fully before popping furniture back.
All in all, a carpet cleaner is a handy bit of kit that makes keeping your home dirt-free a whole lot easier. Everyday spills, muddy pets, or mystery marks, they give you the freedom to freshen things up whenever you need – without having to get a professional on the phone.
With the right solution and a few simple steps, you’ll have your floors looking brighter, cleaner, and ready for whatever life throws at them. A carpet cleaner might just be your new favourite sidekick.