Not only the external aesthetics of the house, but also the health of the inhabitants depend on the cleanliness of the carpet. Not only dirt accumulates between the carpet fibers, but also harmful microorganisms - parasites and mold. Not everyone can afford to pay for dry cleaning regularly, fortunately, there is an alternative measure - to use Vanish products to clean carpets at home. Let's figure out what is included in the product line, how to use different Vanish products for carpets, what is included in their composition.
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Product range
Each of the products is adapted for home use:
- hand cleansing shampoo;
- dry cleansing powder;
- spray for removing old stains;
- shampoo for vacuum cleaning;
- active foam.
Vanish carpet cleaning products are based on anionic surfactants – substances of surface activity, they are especially effective against stains of organic origin. The ability to remove stains of inorganic origin is provided by phosphates and polyacrylates. The properties of a particular product are determined by additives, for example, Vanish antibacterial carpet powder not only cleans, but also disinfects.
How to use the products correctly?
There are instructions for use on the back of the product, the quality of carpet cleaning depends on how accurately it is followed. You cannot dilute the product arbitrarily, this will make it much less effective.
Before you clean your carpet with Vanish, you should do some preliminary preparation – clean the carpet from debris using a regular vacuum cleaner. If you don’t vacuum, then as soon as you start cleaning the carpet with Vanish, the dirt will spread, the cleaning will become more complicated and take much more effort.
If possible, vacuum the carpet from the pile side and from underneath. Each product performs its own function, if chosen correctly and the instructions for use are followed, Vanish for home carpet cleaning will be as effective as professional dry cleaning.
Dry cleansing powder
This product is convenient for cleaning items made of natural fibers - wool and viscose, and other items that are not desirable to wet. Dry cleaning powder is suitable for thick, massive coatings that are difficult to dry, this product is also used as a means for caring for upholstery of upholstered furniture.
Wet powder for dry cleaning does not need to be diluted, it is a ready-to-use product. Shake the box, then spread the powder evenly over the surface, rubbing it in with a brush. Next, let the product dry on the carpet. If you open the windows, this will take about half an hour. Make sure the wet powder is dry and vacuum the surface.
The wet powder for dry treatment contains special abrasives that capture dirt particles. The instructions for Vanish for dry cleaning of carpets indicate that it removes five times more dirt than a regular vacuum cleaner.
Stain Spray
Works against old stains on floor coverings. Before the first use, you need to test the reaction of the material to the treatment. Apply a small amount of the product to a small fragment of the product in an inconspicuous place, rinse with water after five minutes. If the test is successful, you can start removing stains.
The liquid agent is sprayed onto the contaminated area so that it is thoroughly wetted, then rubbed in with a cloth or sponge. After 5 minutes, the contamination should be completely washed off with a wet sponge. If the stain was old, then after complete washing, repeated treatment may be required.
Shampoo for manual treatment
The most popular product in the line, designed for hand washing and in demand among those who do not have a washing vacuum cleaner.
If you use a shampoo with antibacterial action, not only stains will be destroyed, but also harmful organisms.
The instructions indicate how and in what proportion to properly clean the carpet with Vanish, the liquid product is diluted 1 to 9, that is, 100 ml is diluted in 900 ml of room water. When whipping the liquid, a dense foam is formed, it should be applied to the surface and lightly rubbed in, for convenience, use a sponge.
Wait until it dries completely, then use a vacuum cleaner, it will remove the dried foam along with the dirt it has absorbed.
Shampoo for washing vacuum cleaner
Before cleaning the carpet with Vanish using a wet vacuum cleaner, you need to get rid of any debris. With this shampoo, the wet vacuum cleaner treatment will be more effective, not only the dirt but also the ingrained odors will be completely eliminated. The product instructions indicate how to dilute Vanish for cleaning carpets: one and a half measuring caps of the product are added to each liter of water at room temperature.
The diluted liquid is poured into a container under water, then the surface should be vacuumed. After processing, the product will be slightly damp, you should wait until it dries and vacuum again, without shampoo.
Active foam
This is the most powerful product in the Vanish series. Concentrated foam for carpets, suitable for paths in walkways of the apartment, where there is a lot of ingrained dirt and stains. Before cleaning the carpet or carpet covering with Vanish foam at home, you need to vacuum to get rid of debris and dust. The aerosol can must be shaken well, sprayed from a distance of 50 cm.
Spread the foam with a sponge or brush and wait until it dries.
Unlike the products listed above, cleaning carpets with Vanish foam at home will take longer. The dense foam will dry for several hours. When the product is dry, you need to vacuum it.
Rules for using funds
Before purchasing, it is important to carefully read the description and understand whether the product is suitable for your carpet. For example, concentrated foam cannot be used for viscose and wool products. For colored and synthetic surfaces, it is necessary to conduct a test before use - apply a small amount of the product to a small, inconspicuous area of the carpet. Pre-testing will make sure that the paint will not react with the detergent.
All products that require drying indicate that you can walk on the carpet, but you shouldn't do it barefoot. To prevent the active components from causing irritation to your hands, you should wear gloves when working with Vanish. If you are prone to allergic reactions, in addition to gloves, you will need a medical mask or a disposable respirator - this is a measure to protect against the product getting into your respiratory tract.
If there are children in the house, it is better not to let them into the room while the carpet is being treated. Chemical components in the composition of the products can cause an allergic reaction; any household chemicals that come into contact with children's skin can cause irritation.
The same safety precautions should be taken with regard to pets, a safe concentration of chemical components for humans will be dangerous for the animal. Children and animals can be allowed into the room immediately after the treatment is completed.
Conclusion
Try the method of how to wash a carpet with shampoo or other Vanish products, and you will want to use it constantly. It is a budget and simple alternative to expensive dry cleaning. Regular treatment of carpets with Vanish will help maintain cleanliness and prevent the appearance of ingrained stains.
