Eco-Friendly Spring Cleaning, by Clean Source, Cottonwood’s Carpet Cleaning
It’s that time of year. The birds are chirping, the sun is shining, and the gentle breeze in the air reminds us it’s time to open our windows and dust our closets. It’s a great time of year to open up our homes, let the outdoors in, and get rid of the cobwebs in our corners. Spring cleaning doesn’t have to be complicated, and when you’re looking for eco-friendly options to getting the work done, it’s a breeze. Here are a few tips to help get you started. 4 Simple Steps to Eco Friendly Spring Cleaning Open up all the windows. Fresh air does wonders for the home. It creates a pleasant atmosphere, lifts spirits, and airs out the [...]
10 Steps For Improving Your Indoors
1) Keep walkway and entries clean to eliminate tracking in debris. 2) Use entrance mats to trap soil, protect carpets and reduce the quantity of particles that eventually become airborne. 3) Clean shoes at entries to reduce fine particles such as lead. 4) Use quality vacuum equipment. Check the Carpet and Rug Institute’s list of vacuums that passed the Green Label Program at: www.carpet-rug.com. 5) Use high-efficiency vacuum filter bags to trap small particles of dust and allergens. 6) Vacuum frequently before soils become embedded in the carpet. 7) Use quality reusable electrostatic filters for HVAC systems. Clean monthly. 8) Have your carpet and upholstery cleaned professionally. Professional equipment and methods eliminate the soil and grit that do-it-yourself machines [...]
Is Carpet BETTER for Indoor Air Quality?
Do You Think Hard Tile Flooring Is Best For Indoor Air Quality? Think Again… According to some of the latest research, […]
2 Easy Tips To Help Your Carpet Look Great Between Regular Cleanings
1) Use good quality, absorbent entrance mats both inside and outside your doors. They should be long enough to allow 3-4 footsteps to remove 95% of the soil on your shoes. (It always helps to train husband and children to wipe their feet, too.) Clean the mats often. […]
OOPS! WHAT DO I DO?
Don’t Panic! Grab a white terry towel and start blotting. (If you don’t have a supply of old white towels, buy several packages at the auto supply store.) Keep blotting, NOT rubbing, until you don’t get any more liquid up. Always turn the towel to have a clean area to use, and change when necessary. You can step on a folded towel to draw a deep spill up. […]