The aftermath of a party – particularly a huge, lively one – could very well resemble the ruins of some minor battle, with all the cleaning or even repair you’ll have to face after the final visitor has left the house. As you are making careful evaluation of the scene much like a meticulous general, you’ll often learn that it was your carpet that got the worst injuries of them all!
But as with most battles, the key factors to glory is to think hard and act fast. So what are you waiting around for? Take a quick shower, load up with vitamin C and eat a greasy brunch to help fend off that hangover. The following are techniques for cleaning up your carpet after a party.
First of all, be vigilant, like a true soldier. Check for cigarette butts that may have fallen on the carpet. This could not only burn the fibers, but if it emits even a small amount of light or heat, may cause fire as well. If you have served a lot of alcohol, prepare for the possibility of finding vomit (!) on your floor. Clean it up A.S.A.P. before things get worse (i.e. someone stepping on it, the baby tasting it, or the odor permeating your home for months to come).
The most glaring evidence of merrymaking is going to be stains and spills on your carpet. Your strategy? No procrastination. Once you notice any wet spots clean them up immediately, before they can do any more damage or the stain deepens. Dry them up by blotting with an absorbent cloth or sponge.
A homemade formula for alcohol, caffeine or tannin (from tea) stains is a mixture of water, white vinegar and mild dish detergent. Others find that including ammonia in this mixture is effective with darker stains, such as soda spills.
Just remember, before applying any formula to your carpet, test it out first in a small, unseen or hard-to-see area before finally using it. Also, don’t make the mistake of using bleach. This can damage the carpet or leave white stains, which most likely will be beyond repair.
In combat, there is an ancient saying: “He with the biggest/most toys wins.” Not surprisingly this too applies when it comes to carpet cleaning. Having the appropriate devices are half the battle versus stains, spills and dirt. A wet vacuum works well with wet or liquid spills, and also messy food residue. Spot removal machines with a carpet cleaning solution help eliminate tougher stains. Even a small spray bottle will come in very useful when focusing on particular areas with cleaning solution.
Lastly, the Art of War advises, “Know your weakness.” If perhaps after all your effort, there is still more work to be accomplished. Or if you have confessed to yourself that you can’t confront the work all alone. Then it’s time to call for backup. A professional carpet cleaning service will manage all of your problems. They can clean up not only your party mess, but additionally all of the built up dust and grime in the carpet. In no time, your carpet will be just like new, and primed for another party!
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