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Dry Carpet Cleaning vs. Carpet Steam Cleaning

mikesf — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 04:33:10 +0000

The debate on dry carpet cleaning vs. carpet steam cleaning (or extraction cleaning) continues to rage on among carpet cleaning professionals and consumers alike. The chorus of questions goes something like this:

Which one provides the most thorough cleaning Which uses the least amount of water Which one dries the fastest Which one is safest for the environment Which one is safest for my home Which is best for commercial or residential cleaning

These are all good questions but sometimes difficult to answer due to the complex nature of the cleaning process and the ever present marketing hype that surrounds this [...]

5 Key Benefits of Using Teflon Wand Glides

mikesf — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 03:29:41 +0000

A wand glide is a Teflon device which is fitted on the tip of the cleaning wand to reduce friction when dragging the wand over carpet or flooring. It usually fits over the outside of the wand tip but sometimes is fitted within the vacuum slot depending on the glide type.

The glide consists of a series of holes which allows the vacuum to do its job when the glide is attached. Teflon is the material of choice for wand glides due to its ability to slide smoothly over many different surfaces.

Teflon wand glides have many benefits for steam extraction [...]

No-Fail Strategies for Buying Used Truck Mount Cleaning Equipment

mikesf — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 04:19:24 +0000

Buying used equipment for your business or personal needs has always been a good way to save money. The more expensive the item, the bigger savings that are available. Carpet cleaning vans, truck mount carpet cleaning equipment and carpet extractors are all good candidates for buying in the used market. However, you need to do a little more homework to insure you’re getting not only a good deal, but also a good piece of equipment.

The Internet has made finding used equipment much easier but also introduces some new issues that must be addressed. Let’s take a look at some of [...]