Having a carpet can give your home a luxurious and plush appearance. It also works as an insulator. However, a carpet means regular cleaning and maintenance otherwise it will have a dull and drab look. If you do not clean your carpet regularly and thoroughly, it will become a breeding ground for pathogens and allergens.
While you may think using just about any carpet cleaning agent is sufficient, you should think again. Regularly cleaning agents leave behind a residue that can be toxic, particularly to kids and pets. So, the last thing you need is chemicals in your home and exposing your children and pets to harmful residues and fumes. If you want to have carpet that is clean and safe for pets and kids, you should opt for zero residue carpet cleaning.
Why Opt for Zero Residue Carpet Cleaning?
While your main concern would be your kids and/or pets, but when you decide on zero residue carpet cleaning, you will be doing your bit for the environment. It is a green carpet cleaning method that does not use chemicals and toxins.
When you use other carpet cleaning methods, you will be risking leaving behind harmful residues in the carpet fibers. Some of the methods that leave behind residues include:
Carpet Shampooing: Most homeowners think carpet shampooing is the best way to clean a carpet. On the contrary, shampooing your carpet will cause chemicals to stick to individual fiber of the carpet. This residue acts as a magnet for fresh dirt and before you know it, not only does your carpet get dirty it also carries harmful chemicals that get transferred to your skin and clothes.
Dry Extraction: Using a dry powder or chemical to clean the carpet may sound like a less messy job than carpet shampooing. However, this too leaves behind traces of the chemical regardless of how many times you vacuum the carpet. In fact, when you use dry extraction method to clean your carpet, often you will notice white traces of the powder on the surface of your carpet. This is nothing but the chemical residue left behind.
The Best Zero Residue Carpet Cleaning Method
There obviously are many different zero residue carpet cleaning methods. However, the best method is steam extraction. In this cleaning method, a machine forces steam and special cleaning agents into the carpet. The cleaning agents and steam work synergistically to breakdown dust, dirt, soil, pathogens, pollutants and other debris trapped in the carpet. Then the same machine is used to suck up the broken down dirt and debris efficiently, without leaving a trace behind.
Steam extraction is one of the best methods to clean carpets. It effectively removes dust, allergens, dirt and other debris and also does not allow them to circulate in the air. The cleaning agents used are biodegradable and definitely non-toxic. So you can use them around pets and kids.
The other benefit of zero residue carpet cleaning is quick drying of the carpet. You do not have to deal with a soggy carpet that turns into a haven for mold and mildew. Instead, within a few hours, you will have a fresh, clean and sweet-smelling carpet.
As zero residue carpet cleaning requires certain expertise, you should always use a professional carpet cleaning service for it. If you are worried about your kids’ health and the environment, this is one carpet cleaning method that you should take a closer look at.
Author Bio :
Jerrod Lack is adept in the use of latest carpet cleaning methods. He can be contacted for detailed information on how modern carpet cleaning methods work and whether they will be suitable for your particular carpet on his email lackjerrod@gmail.com. You can also visit his company website http://www.lackscleaning.com to learn more about zero residue carpet cleaning.