How often should i clean my couch and rugs?
Regular maintenance is very important for your upholstery and carpets.
Professional care will increase the lifespan of your furniture, keep the fresh look and maintain a soft and debris free surface.
Cleaning your sofa once per year will give you the freshness you deserve, not to mention the bacteria, soil buildup and skin oils in the fabric.
We use hot water extraction method to remove all of the unwanted particles from your sofa, rinse and sanitize it with lemony scent to finish the job. MB upholstery cleaning will recommend the regular maintenance package for your annual upholstery maintenance cleaning. All of our solutions are pets and kids friendly. Safe for everyone in your household.
Pet owners, household with small children or sofas and chairs that receive a lot of traffic and heavy use however, need a little extra attention.
2-3 times per year is sufficient for most of our clients in this group.
How long does it take for the upholstery and carpets to dry after the cleaning?
When you’ve had your upholstery or carpets cleaned, one of the first questions that comes to mind is: “How long until everything is dry?” On average, drying times for upholstery and carpets range between 3 to 24 hours, but several factors influence this, including the humidity levels in your home and how well air circulates.
Factors that can affect the drying time:
1. Humidity Levels Inside the House
The moisture level in your home’s air directly impacts how quickly the fabrics and carpets dry. If your home is more humid, the drying process can take longer. Conversely, low humidity can speed things up, sometimes leading to dry times on the shorter end of the 3-24 hour window.
2.Air Circulation
Proper air circulation plays a key role in reducing drying times. While it may seem tempting to throw open windows and doors to let the fresh air in, this may not always be helpful. On rainy days or when the humidity outside is high, opening windows can actually increase the moisture in the air inside your home, prolonging the dry time.
3.Heat can also help.
We recommend turning the thermostat few degrees higher especially during winter months.
How to Speed Up the Drying Process?
To help ensure your carpets and upholstery dry as quickly as possible, follow these tips:
- Keep Windows and Doors Closed.
Particularly when the weather is rainy or humid, it’s best to keep all windows and doors closed. Letting the moist air in will only slow down the drying process.
-Use Fans or/and Your HVAC System:
Circulating air can help speed things up, but the key is to keep the air moving within your home. Turn on ceiling fans, box fans, or use your HVAC system to encourage airflow without introducing outdoor humidity.
-During the winter months, turn up the heat a little bit higher than normal.
-Control the Indoor Humidity:
If you live in a particularly humid area, using a dehumidifier can significantly cut down dry times, especially on days when outdoor humidity is high.
What to Expect?
While upholstery typically dries faster than carpets due to its thinner material, both can take longer if the humidity is high or air circulation is poor. Ideally, under the right conditions, you can expect your upholstery and carpets to be fully dry within 3 to 8 hours. However, on more humid days, it may take up to 24 hours for everything to fully dry.
By managing indoor humidity and optimizing airflow, you can minimize waiting time and enjoy freshly cleaned furniture and carpets without delay!
Are your cleaning solutions non-toxic and environmentally friendly?
Our cleaning solutions are designed to be safe for both pets and kids, as we only use environmentally friendly, non-toxic products. In most cases, we rely on neutral cleaners with a balanced pH, ensuring effective cleaning without harsh chemicals. On the rare occasion that a higher pH solution is needed for tougher stains, we always neutralize afterward to leave no residue behind.
While our products are gentle and safe, people with sensitivities to scents might experience temporary discomfort due to mild fragrance from the cleaning solution. We take every precaution to ensure a clean, safe environment for your family without compromising health or comfort.
What cleaning method do you use to clean our sofas?
The hot water extraction method (HWE), often referred to as “steam cleaning,” is widely regarded as the most effective way to clean upholstery and carpets. This technique involves injecting hot water and a cleaning solution deep into the fibers, loosening dirt, allergens, and other contaminants embedded within the upholstery. Then, powerful vacuum suction extracts the water along with the dislodged particles, leaving the fabric thoroughly clean.
One of the main reasons hot water extraction is superior to low-moisture cleaning methods (VLM) is its ability to reach deep into the fibers, ensuring a thorough clean that removes more dirt, dust mites, and allergens than surface-level methods. Unlike low-moisture methods, which may leave some residue or only remove surface debris, hot water extraction provides a more comprehensive clean, helping to extend the life of the upholstery.
Moreover, the cleaning solutions used in hot water extraction are carefully selected for their safety and effectiveness, ensuring that they’re safe for both humans and pets. Over the decades, this method has proven to be both safe and reliable, setting the standard in upholstery and carpet cleaning.
For effectively extracting particles, oils, and deep-seated dirt from sofas, carpets, and upholstery, no other cleaning method matches the depth and thoroughness of hot water extraction.