One of the biggest benefits of using professional cleaning equipment is its ability to do its intended job well. Carpet cleaning machines are a perfect example. Their professional features allow you to deep clean carpets, floor mats and upholstery in the highest traffic areas.
If you are considering a carpet cleaning machine, here are a few things you should know.
1. They can extend the life of the floor.
When it comes to floors, the main goal of facilities team members and building services contractors is to keep floors clean while extending their lifespan. A carpet cleaning machine can help you achieve this goal the first time. By removing oily residue from your carpet fibers, you can extend its life. And it's not just leftovers. Dirt, dust, and debris can become lodged deep into carpet fibers, especially in high-traffic areas, which can compromise its longevity.
2. They have their own expertise.
Want something portable? There is style. Want something a little more thorough? There is style. There are two main types of carpet cleaning machines. Canister/cassette and stick vacuums are easy to operate and ideal for cleaning smaller or tight areas, with stick vacuums able to clean upholstery and hard-to-reach areas. Cool, right? But this model doesn't offer a rotating slapping brush to suck out more dirt from your carpet. To use the agitating carpet brush feature, you'll want to opt for a self-contained vacuum that can stir up more dirt from your carpet and clean larger areas faster. BYOD vacuum cleaners are typically push-type machines that are faster but less portable.
3.Their motor types are different.
Carpet vacuums typically come with two- or three-stage vacuum motors. Three-stage motors are better for pumping than two-stage motors, mainly because the water lifts more. Think about how a vacuum works - first, the machine puts down liquid to clean your carpet, and then it sucks it up again. Therefore, increased lift means less water saturating the carpet, which also means less time for the carpet to dry out and be walkable – often a critical requirement for most facilities. You can choose the method that works best for you and the type of facility you manage or own. Three-stage motors and their increased lift typically also come with two power cords and additional operating requirements.
4. They work well with others.
Pair your carpet cleaning machine with other equipment to give it better performance. For example, we just mentioned water absorption. No matter how much water a two-stage or three-stage motor picks up, there will still be some moisture left on your freshly cleaned carpet. After using a cleaning machine, an air mover is the perfect partner to help your carpets dry faster. The faster the carpet dries, the better. Before cleaning, there's one more step that can be helpful: vacuum with a powerful vacuum. It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that there isn't much prep work required – after all, you're about to use a professional carpet cleaning machine when cleaning your carpets. However, all the dirt removed before using the cleaning machine will reduce its overall workload and increase the chance of a deeper clean of the remaining dirt.
A carpet cleaning machine is a great tool when it comes to removing clutter from your carpet, keeping it clean, and extending its life.