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CARE AND CLEANING

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Care and Cleaning

Caring for your carpet is as easy as one, two, three. Follow these simple steps and your carpet will feel great, look wonderful and last for years.

The Quick Clean - Vacuum

• Vacuuming removes dirt that dulls appearance
• Select a vacuum with good suction and strong beater bars, which brush the carpet and loosen dirt
• Change vacuum bags and filters regularly

Turn Spill into Memories in Minutes

• Take aim at stains with our comprehensive Stain Removal Guide

Hire Professionals to Dig Up the Dirt

• Get your carpets professionally cleaned at least every 12 months, even if you clean them yourself in between
• Lighter shade carpet may require cleaning more often
• Professional cleaning methods include steam cleaning (known as hot water extraction), absorbent pad or bonnet cleaning, rotary shampoo, and dry foam powder

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