Dry carpet cleaning is one of the several methods available for cleaning carpets; it does not use any liquids in the process, either detergent or liquid cleaning chemical. The objective of dry carpet cleaning is to prevent the retention of any moisture. Dry cleaning is used on carpets which are installed in high traffic areas that cannot be shut off while the carpet dries; a good example is a theatre lobby. Charleston SC carpet cleaning using the dry process is also the favorite method to clean carpets with very fine fibers that use dyes which are not permanent. The process is simple; all it takes is the powdered cleaning agent.
The cleaning agent or solvent is liberally sprinkled on the carpet. Some agents are in the form of air dry foam that can be propelled from a pressurized spray. The carpet cleaning professional uses a stiff brush to spread the agent over the entire carpet surface and well into the carpet fibers. After a period of approximately 30 minutes it can be vacuumed. During the time the agent is on the carpet it attracts dirt which is then dissolved by the agent, when the carpet is vacuumed the dissolved dirt is extracted.
Although this is a very effective method used for Charleston SC carpet cleaning, there are a couple of precautions that must be taken. Any solid dirt which is on the carpet surface must first be removed. Previous spills have a tendency to attract dirt; this must be removed as must solid clods of dirt or mud. If these objects are left on the carpet the solvent based powder may cause further damage so having the carpet vacuumed and inspected prior to cleaning is an important part of the process.
If any liquids have been spilt on the carpet and the carpet is still damp, these wet spots must be dried first. The normal method is to absorb the remaining liquid with a clean cotton cloth. Any damp spots can have a detrimental effect on the way the solvent works, diluting the impact of the cleaning results.
Although there is definitely a place for dry cleaning of carpets it is not the only method nor is it necessarily the best. The best results come once you have consulted with a professional who understands your carpet and its construction.
