Pet Odours in Carpets and Rugs
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by Jason Neale
We all love our pets, but how to get rid of the odours out of our carpets and rugs? One of the first step in doing this is to make sure the cat or dog is well groomed. Regular baths is a good idea; there are dog and cat shampoos from the local produce shop that can keep our pets smelling fresh all the time.
With carpets and rugs, the fabrics absorb odours very easily. This is from the hair that has been drop and general dirt from the cost of the pet. This requires regular vacuuming. Removing pet hair is something that has to be done on a regular basis. If it is left for too long, it can become matted into the base of the carpet and make it very difficult to remove, so keeping on top of it is the best option.
Regular Cleaning to Keep Carpet Fresh and Odorless
A regular carpet cleaning services is going to be that easiest way to remove any unwanted odours from carpets and rugs. This is done using either a steam clean or a dry clean. Each method will work well if done correctly, and using a professional cleaning company is key to a successful job.
Deep Steam Clean
If a carpet hasn’t been cleaned for some time, a deep steam clean will have to be done. This type of clean will get deep down into the base of the carpet where dirt and odours are. It’s important not to wet the backing of the carpet as this will take too long to dry out and can cause even more damage. This is also the case when doing a deep steam clean on rugs.
Deodorise and Sanitise
Deodorisers and sanitisers can be used to help eliminate any bad smells also and will kill and bacteria in the fibres at he same time. These products are good if you have a cat or a dog that urinates in a particular spot all the time. A carpet cleaner can place down a strong deodoriser that pets don’t like. As their sense of smell is much better than ours, they will be discouraged from weeing there again.
It’s important to quickly and safely remove bad odours from carpets to help keep them healthy for the whole family. This can be done by using environmentally friendly cleaning products. With the advancement of the cleaning industry over the past few years, there is no need to use harsh cleaning chemicals anymore. Using environmentally friendly products, the carpets are ready for use straightaway and it’s also better for the environment.
