For the last 8 months, we have been testing a variety of GREEN cleaning agents from different manufacturers. January 1, 2012 A Clean Solution has switched to a line of Green Seal Certified cleaning agents for carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning and tile & grout cleaning. The new cleaners are soap free, dye free, scent free and they clean better than the non green cleaners we have used for years. Now we can offer the best of both worlds, superior cleaning capabilities and safety all in one product.
A Clean Solution also offers a DFE (Designed For Environment) carpet & upholstery protector. This protector is dye free, odor free and fluorochemical free.
Contact A Clean Solution at 919-878-1915 or visit us at www.acleansolutionnc.com
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Sunday, February 19, 2012
A Clean Solution has added 4 new Hypo-Allergenic Cleaning Products
A Clean Solution, LLC has added 4 new hypoallergenic cleaning products to our cleaning program. These new product are designed specifically for our clients that have allergy and asthma symptoms and chemical sensativity. The new cleaning products are 100% renewable vegetable and plant based. They contain no dyes, perfumes or butyls and are non toxic to pets and humans.
The Anti-Allergen cleaning package is effective on carpet and furniture, but has the greatest effect when performed on mattresses. 60% of dust mites are located in matttresses,where we spend 30% of our lives.
For more information on our Anti Allergen cleaning system, visit us on the web at
How To Remove Pet Hair/Fur From Furniture
One of the most often asked questions we get regarding furniture is "How can I get the pet fur off of the fabric?"
The following items will be needed: vacuum cleaner with a wand attachment, rubber dish washing gloves, a small bucket of water or a wet towel and a trash bag.
The process is:
- First, vacuum the furniture to remove as much of the fur as possible. If the fur is not very heavy, this may be all that is required.
- Next, put the rubber gloves on. Dip the gloves in the bucket of water or get them damp (not dripping wet, just damp) with the towel.
- Rub the gloves across the furniture starting with side to side strokes, then using up and down strokes. The fur will start to collect on the gloves. Remove the fur from the gloves and place in the trash bag.
- Continue on until you have covered the entire piece of furniture.
- Finish up with the vacuum again to collect any loose fur that remains.
This process will help keep your furniture looking good between annual cleanings. We recomment that furniture be professionally cleaned and protected every 6 to 12 months to maintain the performance of the fabric and to maintain a healthy indoor air quality.
If you need assistance or have questions, contact our Raleigh carpet cleaners at 919-878-1915 or visit us at:
How To Prolong The Life Of your Carpet
The best way to prolong the life of your carpet is to have it cleaned by our Raleigh carpet cleaning team using a Truck Mounted Hot Water Extraction (Steam) process on a regular basis (we recommend every 6 to 12 months)
Tips You Can Use At Home To Prolong The Life Of Your Carpet
Nobody like a worn, soiled-looking carpet. And I’m sure everyone has heard enough about traffic and wear patterns. Well here are a few tips you can use around your house to extend the wear life of your carpeting for FREE!
Nobody like a worn, soiled-looking carpet. And I’m sure everyone has heard enough about traffic and wear patterns. Well here are a few tips you can use around your house to extend the wear life of your carpeting for FREE!
And they are easy too!
1. Rearrange furniture often in rooms that receive high traffic.
Some of us fear change, but for others rearranging the furniture is almost a hobby! Either way, altering the flow of traffic through a room will spread out that daily wear and tear, creating a more even appearance and increasing the amount of time it takes wear to show. Plus, it gives you a fresh perspective on things!
2. Change your furnace filter at least monthly, or more often when its dry or dusty.
Indoor air quality is a very hot topic nowadays. As I’m sure you know, your carpeting is also a filter in your house. Maintaining a fresh air filter will help reduce some of the soiling in your carpet. So let the filter do the filtering and let your carpet do the comforting!
3. Consult with the professionals.
Some rooms, homes, or areas have special flooring needs. Make sure each room is optimized to handle its use. Having the right flooring in the right areas will contribute to the overall cleanliness of your home and make cleanings alot easier.
4. Vacuum regularly.
Lets say that again: Vacuum Regularly! This is probably the single greatest controlling factor that decides how long your carpet will last and how quickly it soils. It may not be the most enjoyable task ever, but it is a very important one and can have a suprising effect not just on your carpet, but also on your physical and mental health! Once again, Indoor air quality has been linked to a number of illnesses, diseases and disorders. Keeping your carpet clean and fresh eliminates so many contaminates from your home.
Vacuum at least once a week or more!
Vacuum at least once a week or more!
5. Quality flooring.
The cheapest carpeting is probably not the best. And while you may not need to shell out top dollar for the fanciest of carpets you should select a quality carpet and a good quality pad. The extra cost up front will save you alot of time and stress later, when you need to quickly replace a cheap carpet that has worn too quickly. And of course, buyer beware. Always check out the dealer and installer and make sure they are a quality company.
6. Avoid abrasive cleaning processes.
There are many types of carpet cleaning available. Abrasion and agitation are what causes carpet to wear. Avoid any processes that use abrasive mechanical brushes and buffers. These processes will cause the carpet to "fuzz". You more than likely have seen the carpet that the pile doesn't stand up, they just look fuzzy all over. Excessive abrasion and agitation causes this. I have seen carpets that are worn out, not from use, but from being cleaned using the wrong process.
There you have it! 6 quick tips you can use to keep your home and carpets fresh, clean and healthy in between regular cleanings! Feel free to contact our Raleigh carpet cleaners at 919-878-1915 if you have any questions. Or visit us on the web at:
Spot Cleaning Tips!
HOMEOWNERS, BLOT THAT SPOT! Seriously, always blot, never scrub. That’s our motto and I’m sure you’ve heard it before if we’ve had the priviledge to clean your home. Scrubbing creates friction and friction creates heat and heat can cause stains to set, and nobody wants that! Blotting with a cool, damp, white cotton towel will give you some great absorbancy potential, allowing you to soak up the bulk of the spill. You can use your hand OR your foot (or both, if you fancy Twister) to slowly and gently apply pressure to the towel for several minutes.
STEP AWAY FROM THE CLEANER! Most household cleaners and over-the-counter products are really not the sorts of things you want on your carpet. They can be very aggressive and abrasive, causing damage to your fibers and possibly even letting stains set easier and faster! While they may be well intentioned, most cleaners just mask the spot and damage the fibers, leaving a soapy or greasy residue that attracts more soiling over time, making spot “come back.” Rather than risk a permanent stain, its better to use a neutral solution (like a 50/50 mixture of cold water and white vinegar). If this doesn’t do the job, you should call your regular professional cleaner (when you have a minute!). A quality company will have trained and certified technicians who can address the spot much better and with the right tools. Call the Raliegh carpet cleaning team at 919-878-1915
SLEEP ON IT! OK, not really. But it doesn’t hurt to leave a cool, damp, white cotton towel on top of the spot for a few hours, or even over night, if you suspect it might stain or if some residue is left. You can put a handy phonebook or similar weighty item on top of the towel to hold it in place and help absorbtion. Wet carpeting dries from the bottom up, so that wet towel will “trick” the carpet into thinking it’s taller than it really is. It’s a pretty neat trick, as the product will end up in the towel and not your carpet, and we find it alot easier to wash a towel than a carpet!
So there you are, three short, handy tips yo can keep in mind. No matter what kind of spill you encounter, these three steps are the first things you should do! Save your own carpet from “Spots” or be the hero and save a friends!
February Specials & Deals
Spring cleaning is coming soon. Get an early start and save!!!
Check out our February Cleaning Specials & Deals!!!
Be sure to check out our Referral Rewards Program. This is an easy way to earn cash or credits for future cleaning services.
New website is up and running
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Just a quick note to let you know that our new website is up and running. ClickOptimize did a great job on the site.
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