Carpet Protection Treatment Tips

Most people want a long lasting carpet. The only question they usually ask when purchasing a carpet is whether the carpet is long lasting and how much it costs.  One should also inquire about carpet stain protection and how it works. One should be eager to know the following:

• Does carpet protection treatment have any health side effects?
• How does the treatment work?
• What is carpet protection treatment?
• How does the treatment work?

This article will try to answer the above questions as best as possible.What is carpet stain protection treatment and how does it work?This treatment is known by other names such as Teflon, Guardsman, or Scotchgard. These products help to protect the fibres of the carpet by providing a protective shield. There are two types of carpet protection treatment:

• Post cleaning which is applied to the carpet after cleaning or when it’s still brand new. This one is usually water-based and wears off fast.
• Mill-applied which is baked into the fibers during manufacturing and is solvent based thus isn’t easily worn off.

Both treatments work to coat the carpet fibers and prevent anything from sticking to them. They also prevent the absorption of liquids and stains into the fibers.Will it make my carpet completely stain resistant?No carpet protection treatment can give you 100% protection. The degree of protection the carpet gets will depend on the type of treatment applied. Stain blockers can be applied during manufacturing to better protect the fibres from soaking up any dust or stain spills.Is carpet stain protection safe?The chemicals found in the treatments have been claimed to be relatively safe. It is important that you do your own research about the treatment you want to apply to your carpet before getting it done and understand fully the benefits and side effects of the treatment.How long does fabric protection treatment last?The mill applied carpet protection will last for up to 5 years based on the normal wear and tear pattern. When you apply after cleaning treatment it will last you up to 2 years. If you want to increase the life of the treatment you should vacuum regularly. Vacuuming minimises the wearing effects of soils. When it comes to mill treatments, they are not affected by hot water cleaning but after cleaning treatments are water based and need to be reapplied once the carpet has been cleaned.Are there any products where fabric protection shouldn’t be used?There are fabrics where fabric protection treatment won’t be effective. These include acrylic, oriental rugs, polypropylene, white wool rugs, dry clean only items and non colour first rugs.Can I apply the product myself?Most of the after cleaning treatments are readily available in supermarkets and have instructions on how to apply the product. Ensure you wear appropriate protective gear when handling the products and apply in a well-ventilated area.