single bucket to a complete basement flooding. How you approach
your carpet clean up will also depend on the quality of the
water if it is clean water, like rain water, or is it from a
sewer backup. Each situation should be evaluated on an
individual basis, but here are some general guidelines.
First the obvious try to stop the water at the source to
eliminate further damage. Check behind the walls as water may be
trapped in the insulation or behind the vapor barrier. Next
remove all furniture from the room, lift up the edges of the
carpet and remove the uderpadding and discard. Extract as much
of the water as possible, try to do this soon as you can, as
Do It Yourself Upholstery Cleaning 101Cleaning your own upholstery can be very rewarding if done properly. I will give you the knowledge and steps to take for good results on any type of fabric that you are cleaning.
If you have cotton upholstery or a cotton blend, I would strongly suggest to let a professional clean it. Cotton fabric is not easy to clean, especially for a beginner.
Here are some supplies you will need to clean your upholstery. Most of these supplies can be purchased at Home Depot, but some you will have to buy at your local Carpet Supply Store.
1. Wet/Dry Vacuum
2. (Very Soft) Nylon Bristle Hand Brush
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bacteria and mold can set in quickly. Note - depending on the
size and scope of damage it may be worth calling in a
professional. After you have extracted as much of the water as
possible treat the carpet with a disinfectant. Finally prop up
the carpet to let airflow get under the carpet and put fans
throughout the room to speed up the drying process.
Unsanitary water has many more health issues and concerns and
you must take some precautions. Using rubber gloves and rubber
boots is a must. I would recommend calling in a professional
technician to handle this type of problem. The damage may not be
isolated to just the carpeting it could extend to the drywall,
What Can Carpet Tiles Do For You?
Carpet tiles are a an alternative choice to traditional
carpeting, and leave some room for your creative juices to flow.
Carpet tiles offer many pros over traditional broadloom
carpeting are certainly worth a look at. So what can carpet
tiles do for you? Read on!
Tiles are... Perfect for children s rooms, play
areas, rec rooms, and family rooms
Extremely durable and long lasting
Easy to replace a worn or stained tile with a new tile
East to install. Peel the backing and stick down just as
you wood floor tile
Easy to clean
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insulation and wood studs. This type of water damage if not
handled properly could pose a serious health risk.
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