Carpet Cleaning Safety
Spot removers are typically the most dangerous and a lot of times they contain solvents. The purpose in the solvent ingredient is to dissolve dirt and grease without using water. Sometimes solvents are used in additional to water depending on the methods being used.

In addition to cleaning products a fabric or carpet guard is sometimes used as a stain repellent and may also contain dangerous chemicals. These products in most cases are solvent based as well.

During the cleaning process and for several hours after, carpet cleaning chemicals and protectants put off evaporating contaminants that can affect eyes, nose, lungs and can even cause vomiting. Long-term exposure can produce several different health problems...
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