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How commercial carpet cleaning works

Textile floor coverings in offices, hotels, restaurants and healthcare centers face the challenge of being cleaned regularly and thoroughly to prolong their life and maintain an attractive appearance. Let's explore the different professional cleaning methods for textile floor coverings. From effective spray extraction to traditional shampooing and convenient dry carpet cleaning, each method offers specific benefits to preserve and maintain these important elements of our daily environment.

Commercial textile coverings can be found in offices, hotels, restaurants, healthcare centers and many other buildings. Because they are located in public and high-traffic areas, these textile coverings can become contaminated in many ways and attract dust and sticky dirt. Proper care and correct maintenance is essential to ensure that the textile coverings last a long time. If the textile coverings are not cleaned regularly and thoroughly, the service life will be shortened, meaning that the textile covering will have to be replaced more often in the long term. This creates additional costs for the business and a dirty or old looking carpet can put off potential customers. There are special cleaning methods to ensure that the carpet remains in top condition.

Commercial methods for cleaning textile floor coverings

What are the best methods for cleaning textile floor coverings? There are several options here. The answer depends on a number of factors, such as the type of cleaning that the textile flooring requires. Do stains need to be removed or is it just a matter of routine cleaning? From spray extraction to shampooing and even dry carpet cleaning, there are several efficient options to extend the life of a carpet.

Spray extraction with cleaning agent
A water vacuum is required for this method. The diluted carpet spray extraction product TASKI Tapi Extract is applied over a large area and left to work for a few minutes. The area is then treated with a sponge or soft brush. The carpet is moistened with warm water and the water is immediately vacuumed off again. This process can be repeated as often as required until the stain is removed. The power of the vacuum in combination with the water gives the carpet a restored appearance.

Shampooing textile floor coverings
Shampooing textile floor coverings is one of the most traditional cleaning methods. In this method, the cleaning solution is worked into the textile flooring using a single-disc machine. Spreading the agent ensures thorough cleaning. The carpet should then be dried thoroughly.

Dry carpet cleaning
The dry shampooing method is appreciated for its convenience, as it is both an effective cleaning method and requires only a short drying time. A special powder is applied to the carpet, which is then sprayed with a small amount of water. This process facilitates the reaction of the chemicals with the carpet fibers, which breaks down dirt and bacteria. The remaining residue can then be removed with a powerful vacuum cleaner. Dry carpet cleaning is suitable for cleaning wool carpets, for example. These must be washed very gently, which is why treatment with liquids should only be used rarely.

Encapsulation cleaning
This innovative cleaning solution, which has become very popular in recent years, dissolves and absorbs the dirt particles. With the help of foam, the dirt particles are captured and dry into crystals or a powder. These crystals can then be vacuumed up. Depending on the quality of the vacuum cleaner, several cleanings may be necessary.

How often should the carpets be cleaned?

In general, all carpets should be cleaned at least once a week (or daily, depending on how often they are used). However, there are certain differences depending on the type of carpet and how often it is used. For example, a carpet in the dirt trap will get dirty more quickly than a carpet in the corner of a secluded room. Carpet care can be divided into three time periods.

Daily maintenance cleaning on textile floor coverings
Daily maintenance is the key to clean textile floor coverings. Dry vacuuming / brush vacuuming removes most of the dirt on any carpet. Particular focus should be placed on entrance areas, as this is where the majority of dirt enters the building.

While the trend is towards spot dry vacuuming, thorough dry vacuuming of high traffic communal areas such as entrances, corridors and frequently used areas will keep carpets looking good and lasting longer. Stains and visible dirt, if left untreated, sometimes become permanent stains. This is why stains should be treated directly with a high-quality spotter to prevent them from setting in. We can offer general chemical stain removers as well as special treatments for oils and even chewing gum. Every carpet should be checked regularly for stains.

Intermediate cleaning on textile floor coverings

Intermediate cleaning is often neglected, but it bridges the gap between daily maintenance and the need to clean carpets thoroughly and professionally. As a result, regular maintenance is sometimes put off for too long or only carried out when the carpet is in a miserable state. Expensive wool and wool blend carpets are known to shrink or even lose color if too much water or chemicals are used. That is why we have developed special TASKI machines that offer two applications in one machine. A relatively new application is carpet encapsulation for intermediate cleaning. Encapsulation is a dry foam system that creates millions of bubbles to prevent over-wetting and guarantee a very short drying time. This is suitable for a monthly application to clean the upper and middle layers of the carpet fiber.

Regular basic cleaning on textile floor coverings

Deep cleaning is usually seen as the last chance for carpets in poor condition. However, it can give even the dirtiest carpets an excellent result. It is most effective when it is considered as part of an annual cleaning. The aim is to improve the visual appearance and extend the life of the textile floor covering. This is particularly the case with carpets, which are used frequently. With the TASKI procarpet machines 30 and 45, even carpets in poor condition can be thoroughly cleaned by using spray extraction, which also plays an important role in medium-term carpet care. Together with the added benefit of the brush mechanism, the most demanding carpets can be cleaned. The TASKI procarpet range essentially consists of two machines for the price of one, suitable for intermediate and regular maintenance.

Carpet cleaning machines and accessories

Here at Diversey, we have a wide range of carpet cleaning machines that are tailored to professional floor care. These can be used to clean textile floor coverings hygienically and ecologically. The TASKI procarpet 30 and 45 are particularly popular, as they are at the cutting edge of dirt removal technology and chemical applications. This makes cleaning textile floor coverings easy and the textile floor covering remains in a clean and attractive condition for a long time, guaranteeing a long service life for the textile floor covering.