1.
Have your wall-to-wall carpet cleaned regularly – it’s the best way to keep it in good shape.

2.
Between professional cleanings, vacuum your carpets as often as possible, at least twice weekly and more often in high-traffic areas. This will prevent dirt from accumulating and keep the material feeling soft.  

3.
Put doormats and runners in your hallways and entrances – this will stop dirt being trodden into your carpet.

4.
Never use a hairdryer to try and dry your wet carpet – you will only make things worse.  Call a professional!

5.
Air your rugs regularly, by rotating them.  This will prevent wear and tear.

6.
If you spill liquid on your carpet or rug, try and blot it (gently) as quickly as possible.  The sooner you deal with it, the more likely you will limit or eliminate the damage.

7.
Use environmentally-friendly, green, cleaning solutions.  They are effective and much safer than traditional products.

8.
House-train your pets, to minimize the damage an unfortunate ‘accident’ can cause.

9.
When cleaning your upholstery, pay attention to the fabric.  Before you start cleaning the entire area, carry out a ‘spot test’ on a small, inconspicuous part of the material. 

10.
When in doubt – call a professional!