When it becomes cold, your carpet can become a magnet for wet socks, muddy shoes, and all the crumbs that winter leaves in your hallway. If you live on the North Shore, you know the drill: furry pals with wet paws and salty dirt that gets tracked in after a cold walk. So, before the temperature lowers, here’s the actual deal on how to take care of your carpet, deep carpet cleaning North Shore area to neighbor.

Let’s start by talking about vacuuming. After just a week of family life, you might think you’re sucking up dust from other planets off the rug. Don’t only go to the busy areas. Get in all the places where lint likes to hide, such under the couch and behind the door. Because people spend more time inside in the winter, filth that isn’t seen becomes an issue for everyone.

Accidents. There will always be accidents with spilled tea, dog poop, and red wine. If you see it, wipe it up right away. Don’t be afraid. If you have to, use a shoe and a lot of paper towels. In the winter, little stains become hard to get rid of. Baking soda is your old friend in this case. Throw it over the place, wait a few minutes, and then vacuum.

Now it’s time to steam. You can rent a machine or call a local service. It is worth it. Cleaning before winter keeps more dust, dirt, and allergens out of the house. Also, carpets dry faster now than they will when it’s cold outside. I waited until December, and it took a week for my living room carpet to quit feeling like a wet sponge. Mistake of a rookie! Fall is the best time to do a deep clean.

Take your shoes off at the door. It sounds easy, but it works. Put a basket near the door for slippers. If you have to, give the kids money. And hey, get yourself a new doormat. It is the first line of defense against winter muck.

Pet hair is a whole other thing. Get a rubber squeegee, I swear. Seeing clumps roll up like tumbleweeds is strangely satisfying. Your allergies will be grateful, even if Fido doesn’t notice.

Don’t forget about the edges. Take the hose attachment and run it along the baseboards. There is more dust there than you might believe. If you threw away the hose during your last cleaning spree, now is the time to find it.

If your home is like Grand Central Station, you might want to think about getting a fabric protective spray. A brief spray makes a barrier. You will still have to clean, but new stains won’t stick as quickly.

In the winter, you can have pleasant nights with cocoa and maybe a party or two. If you get ready now, you won’t grimace every time someone spills a marshmallow or drags muck across the floor. Not only do clean carpets look wonderful, but they also make your home feel warmer, smell better, and help your family breathe easier during the cold months. You can also say “I do a deep clean before winter” in informal chats. Who wouldn’t want that medal of honor?

Spotless Carpet Cleaning North Shore
1-5 Lynbara Ave, St Ives NSW 2075
(02) 8607 8811