Carpet Warranties

This section is devoted to keeping everyone informed of all the various carpet warranties and their recommended cleaning instructions. You will notice that all of them promote hot water extraction (HWE) as the preferred or "best" process by which to clean and restore their product. The "dry clean" systems these manufacturers do mention, are typically viewed as "maintenance only" surface-type carpet cleaning processes.

Dupont StainMaster
Hot water extraction to refresh carpet texture, performed by a trained, qualified carpet care professional, is required at least every 1.5 to 2 years for coverage under this warranty. Please keep your receipts for proof of service.

Wear Dated (formerly Monsanto)
Professional carpet cleaners cannot only keep your carpet fresher, brighter and newer looking longer, they can replace missing tufts, repair cigarette burns -- and perform other repairs to your carpet. Many professional carpet cleaners are attending classes and passing written examinations to become certified to clean stain resistant carpets. It is best to choose one with this certification.

Deep Cleaning

1. Hot water (also known as steam) extraction method.

a. Techniques
-- Detergent solution is sprayed on the carpet followed by a clear water rinse.

-- Detergent solution is sprayed on the carpet followed by a thorough extraction with a rinse surfactant.

-- Detergent applied initially through the dispensing tank. This type method must be followed by a clear-water extraction rinse to ensure that all of the residual detergent is rinsed from the carpet to prevent a rapid re-soiling situation.

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