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The beauty and life of your carpet depends on the care it receives. Quality carpet that is well-maintained should last 10-15 years. Proper cleaning will keep it looking great for its full lifetime, help improve your indoor air quality and help you adhere to your carpet warranties. Maintaining your carpet also protects your pocketbook and the environment. The right cleaning helps safeguard your carpet investment by keeping you from having to replace it before its time. That is great news, because it also keeps carpet out of landfills prematurely.
Cleaning your carpet the right way is easier than you think. All it takes is a little knowledge about how to select the right carpet cleaning products and the right way to clean your carpet - from spot and interim cleaning to knowing when to call in the professionals. The CRI Seal of Approval programs helps you easily identify effective carpet cleaning solutions, equipment and service providers that clean carpet right the first time, without the fear of faster resoiling, stains reappearing or damage to your carpet or the environment.
Carpet cleaning is just like exercise! If you get into a routine and keep it up, you will see great results and feel better for it. And understanding the right way to clean carpet will help you save time by doing it correctly the first time with products that do the job right from the start. Not only will Seal of Approval cleaning products help keep your carpet looking great, they can also help meet the warranty requirements of the carpet manufacturer. Below are three simple steps to keeping your carpet clean and looking great:
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Vacuum at the right frequency with a CRI-approved vacuum.
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Clean spots and spills quickly with products that do not damage the carpet or cause it to resoil quicker.
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Professionally deep clean your carpets every 12 to 18 months to remove embedded dirt and grime.
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