Earlier in carpet cleaning, the use of noxious synthetic chemicals such as perchloroethylene and naphthalene was very high. The perchloroethylene is commonly known as “perc” in the industry. It is a notorious dry cleaning additive known to cause dizziness, fatigue and nausea if ingested or inhaled and it is also responsible for kidney and liver damage.
Another common nasty is naphthalene, it is a carcinogenic solvent and considered as a destructor of red blood cells and human central nervous system. This type of cleaning chemicals gets into the air during the cleaning process and cause big health threats for family members especially for kids and pets. Beside the health problems these chemicals are very harmful for the environment if they disposed improperly.
But things are growing now, people are getting aware about the potential health impacts of carpet cleaning, they understand their obligation towards community and care their homes as well as the environment. They prefer some of the newer and echo friendly carpet cleaning methods instead of harsh chemical based methods.
Above the vacuuming and the regular maintenance, the most common eco friendly carpet cleaning method is Hot Water Extraction, it is also called steam cleaning method. It performs natural cleaning operations instead of heavy chemical operations to remove dirt from carpet fiber.
The steam carpet cleaning method (hot water extraction) is non-toxic, non-allergenic, and biodegradable cleaning method. It works on powerful combination of temperature, pressure and speed. This combination attacks on contaminants attached with the fibers and easily removes the most stubborn stain, dirt and bacteria.
Along with steam carpet cleaning, few chains are using Carbonate Cleaning Method. In this method carbonating cleaning bubbles are used instead of harsh chemicals. The cleaning product is mixed with carbonated water and then this mixture is sprayed on the carpet. After the spray the carpet is scrubbed and then the cleaning mixture and the carbonation works together to lift and remove the contaminates.
This method uses a fraction of the water comparative to other methods and avoids harmful detergents, solvents and enzymes.
Having eco friendly carpet cleaning solutions in home or business is the cleanest choice along with the safest protection from harmful bacteria, fungal spores, odors and dust mite allergens.
