What are the principles of machine carpet care?

Carpet is one of the most valuable components of home and workplace decoration, and taking care of it increases its useful life, which is why it is necessary to help maintain its value and longevity by using a vacuum cleaner to remove dust and stains.

It is necessary to protect your carpet from spilling paint, placing hot materials on the carpet, and continuous sunlight because these things reduce the useful life of the carpet and damage it. In this article from Dariush Carpet Magazine, we try to remind you of important points about machine-made carpet care in a principled manner.

Principles of Preventive Care

- Use entrance mats

Using a mat at the entrance of the house reduces the amount of dust entering the house and increases the life of the carpet.

- Do not wear shoes on the carpet

Encourage your guests to walk on the carpet without shoes, this will significantly reduce the pollution entering the house.

- Rotate furniture

Regularly changing the position of furniture in the home prevents a specific part of the carpet from being crushed or worn and allows the carpet fibers to recover and return to their original state.

- Regular cleaning

Regular vacuuming helps a lot to remove dirt and prevent it from penetrating into the carpet fibers and prevents the carpet from wearing out.

- Clean stains immediately

As soon as stains and liquids settle on the carpet, it is necessary to clean them and prevent them from fixing on the carpet fibers.

The effect of fibers on the maintenance of machine-made carpet

Carpet fibers have a direct effect on its maintenance, and the use of synthetic fibers such as acrylic has high resistance to stains and makes it easy to clean the carpet, while natural fibers such as silk require special methods and methods because these fibers are more sensitive than synthetic fibers.

It should be noted that the comb and density of the carpet also have a great impact on the durability of the flooring. For example, carpets with a higher density are often easier to clean because due to the high density of the carpet, the possibility of contamination penetrating between the knots is less, and using a vacuum cleaner frequently and regularly will not allow contamination to penetrate deep into the carpet. Note that the care of machine-made carpets is different from each other. See the table below.

Caring for machine-made carpets with vacuuming

One of the points that needs to be considered when cleaning the carpet with a vacuum cleaner is the number of times required according to the type of fibers and the place where the carpet is used. For spaces such as bedrooms, vacuuming once a week is suitable, but for dirty areas such as the kitchen and children's bedrooms, four times a week is recommended.

To do this, it is necessary to first vacuum the carpet in the opposite direction of the pile to prevent dust from penetrating into the fibers, but when finished, it is necessary to vacuum in the direction of the pile of the carpet to make the surface of the carpet uniform. With regular care, you can extend the life of your carpet and improve its performance.

Vacuum all four sides of the carpet.

To better absorb dust particles, it is better to lift the edges of the carpet and give the back of the carpet a few blows to release small particles onto the carpet.

Sweep in the direction of the pile of the carpet.

Since acrylic carpet is more durable, it can be vacuumed at most three times a week, but for acrylic carpets, it is better to vacuum once a week. Note that vacuuming should not be done obsessively.

Choosing the right size of a machine-made carpet

A mistake that is often seen by machine-made carpet buyers is not being careful with the size of the carpet. Choosing a carpet with equal or larger dimensions will completely cover the surface of the room; but the possibility of the carpet collapsing and folding in the corners is very high, which causes the fibers to break over time. To avoid making mistakes in choosing the size, pay attention to these points:

Measure your living space

Mark the perimeter of your sofa, chairs, and coffee table to determine the size of the conversation space.

Choose the size of the carpet

Choose a carpet that is large enough to accommodate all the furniture legs within its border, which creates a coherent and balanced look, or choose a smaller option so that at least the front legs of the sofa or chair can rest on it.

Make sure there is a passageway

Leave at least 70 cm of passage space between the carpet and the wall or other large furniture.

Dining Rooms

With the chairs pulled out as if someone is sitting on them, measure the area and choose a rug that extends at least 70 cm beyond the chairs on all sides.

Consider the shape of the room

But the golden tip that needs to be considered before choosing and buying a rug is to use a square or round rug in a square room and a rectangular rug in a rectangular room to maintain proportion.

How to care for a machine-washed rug?

To properly wash a rug, the following steps need to be taken

- First, vacuum it to remove loose crumbs

- Then, spot-treat the stains with a suitable cleaning solution.

- For a deep clean, use a carpet shampoo, apply the cleaning solution to it and then rinse it thoroughly with clean water to prevent stains from remaining.

- Finally, use the suction function of the carpet shampooer to remove as much moisture as possible and allow the carpet to dry completely.

Maintaining rolled carpets

Many Iranian families store carpets that they are not currently using in a rolled form at home or in the storage area. For this reason, maintaining excess carpets is one of the concerns of people, and rolling the carpet for storage is one of the best ways to maintain it in the long term.

For this reason, how to maintain the carpet in this case is very important. Before doing anything, it is necessary to wash the carpet and make sure that it is not dirty or contaminated, then make sure that it is completely dry, otherwise if your carpet is rolled up, it will get moldy. Be careful, rolled carpets are the best place for insects. It is better to consider a clean place to store the carpet and clean it before anything else.

Maintenance instructions

- It is necessary to store the rolled carpet vertically.

- Store the carpet in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight.

- Store the carpet in a low-humidity, pollution-free place.

- Store the carpet in suitable containers (carpet covers) during home renovations to protect it from dust, paint, and dirt.

Continuous maintenance

Regular inspection

Open the carpet periodically and check for signs of wear, damage, or pests on its surface.

Vacuuming

Vacuum the stored carpet regularly, as rolled carpets are a good place for insects such as moths and cockroaches to breed.

Rotating carpets (when in use)

If the carpet is on display and you use it, it is necessary to rotate it periodically to prevent uneven wear and fading.

Folding a carpet is a big mistake for carpet storage. Folding a carpet is not a good way to store it. This method can be used temporarily and only for transporting the carpet. It is better to fold it in the direction of the pile. You should also be careful not to tie the carpet too tightly with rope. It is enough that the carpet does not open when moving. You should be very careful when folding the carpet so that the carpet does not break. But why is folding a carpet wrong? Creates wrinkles and cracks: Folding puts pressure on the fibers of the carpet, which can lead to permanent wrinkles and even cracks on the back of the carpet. Causes permanent damage: These pressure marks and cracks can be permanent and affect the appearance and lifespan of the carpet. Decrease in value: Damage caused by folding can significantly reduce the value of valuable carpets. Caring for Machine-Made Carpets Against Heavy Objects

Today, the area of ​​houses is smaller than in the past, so there is a possibility that the carpet will be placed under the base of the sofa, dresser, and TV stand. The presence of these objects on the carpet causes indentations in the carpet. To prevent this defect, it is better to:

- Place it under the base for heavy objects.

- Remove the carpet from the load once or twice a year and turn it over.

- After removing the carpet, place a piece of ice and a damp cloth on the indentations to care for the machine-made carpet.

- If the carpet is torn, send it to a repair shop for repair.

Note that the resilience of carpets is different from each other. For example, a 1500reed machine-made carpet will tear sooner due to the thinner fibers. Carpets with acrylic fibers show better resistance to force than polyester carpets and also have better reversibility.

Choose a carpet that suits the room.

Choosing a carpet that is appropriate for the space used is one of the principles of carpet maintenance. Because carpets have different conditions depending on the space they are used in. The surrounding environment always affects the lifespan and health of the carpet. For example, if you use a handmade silk carpet for the kitchen, it will wear out much faster. For this reason, highly durable carpets should be used in a space like the kitchen, where there is more humidity and spillage.

Final Words

Caring for Machine-Made Carpets Although the lifespan of this type of flooring is very long; but its principles must be followed properly. One of the issues that is neglected when buying machine-made carpets online is choosing a standard carpet. If all the care and maintenance tips for machine-made carpets are followed; but your carpet is not standard, this care will not be effective.

Today, there are many sellers in the machine-made carpet business in the market who offer non-standard carpets to customers, and we have witnessed countless complaints from them. Therefore, it is recommended that before purchasing any brand of machine-made carpet from any site or online store, you contact the manufacturing company and ask about that company's standard machine-made carpet specifications.