You’ve had a gorgeous new carpet installed, now how do you keep it looking great? It’s important to clean it thoroughly and often, and know what to do when something gets spilled on it. Carpet should last well over a decade if you look after it well.
After installation
It’s always best to have your carpet properly installed by professionals, as they will make sure there are no ripples and any seams are properly matched.
Ventilate the room well for around 72 hours, with open windows when practical. Then give the carpet a thorough vacuum as there will be dust around from the installation. New carpet will shed, especially if it is wool and/or cut pile, so it is normal to see excess fibres.
Then you can place your furniture in the room and enjoy your gorgeous new carpet. (You can walk on it as soon as it has been laid, but do wait 72 hours before putting furniture down.)
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Regular maintenance
This is essential for any carpet to prolong its life and make sure it looks good. Vacuuming at least weekly is a must, with the right vacuum. In a well used room of a busy family home, you will need to vacuum a minimum of twice a week.
For large rooms, an upright vacuum is ideal, while a cordless handheld one makes cleaning stairs and hard to reach areas a lot easier.
For cut pile carpets, a vacuum cleaner fitted with a beater bar and/or brushes is recommended and for loop pile carpets, one without a beater bar or brushes is most suitable. Make sure the height is set correctly before starting.
Professional cleaning is a great idea, around once a year, to ensure your carpet is properly maintained. It will revive your carpets, deal with stubborn stains, banish unwanted germs and give your home that fresh feeling again.
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Spills & stains
It’s inevitable that something will spill on the carpet sooner or later, so be prepared! The quicker you can deal with it, the better your chances of not ending up with an unsightly stain.
Blot the spill (don’t rub it) as soon as possible 
with some paper towels or a cloth to soak up as much of the liquid or food as possible. Only use white paper towels as patterned ones may leave some colour transfer on the carpet.
If you don’t have any carpet cleaner to hand, for most types of spills you can use a 50/50 mix of vinegar and water with a touch of baking soda. Spray the mix over the spill so it is damp, leave for ten minutes and then blot again with paper towels. You can repeat the process as many times as needed. Make sure the carpet dries thoroughly afterwards.
Never use bleach on your carpet as it may alter the colour. For really tough stains, you may need to get some stain remover. Make sure you have checked the manufacturer’s instruction before using any chemicals. An odour neutraliser might be necessary as well if there are any unpleasant smells.
If you have a busy household with lots of foot traffic, children and pets, it’s a good idea to use rugs to take some of the wear and tear. This also means the carpet has protection from any spills and they add more personality to the room. Ahead of any messy playtime, put down an old shower curtain or anything you have to hand, that can catch any liquids.
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Carpet Dents
It’s a good idea to use furniture coasters underneath the legs of heavy pieces like the sofa, to lessen dents in the carpets. These are usually made from plastic and 
are easy to buy online or in shops. They spread the weight which means less pressure on the carpet.
An alternative is to keep leftover squares of the carpet and use them instead of furniture coasters. This is a free option, with the added bonus of being a perfect colour match to the carpet.
Move the furniture regularly to relieve the pressure on the carpet. It doesn’t need to be much, just an inch or so. If you choose a high density carpet, it will be able to withstand the pressure of heavy furniture better.
If you do find you have carpet dents, there are few ways to deal with them. Use a coin to rub the fibres, this lifts them up again. You can also give the carpet a quick blow dry with your hairdryer: spray some water on the dent then dry the damp area with your hairdryer and fluff it with your hands as you go. This will give it some life back.
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