[Shotimes] Cleaning carpets

[Donald Mallinson]

Carl, just to clarify a point in my method.  I recommend 
using a vacuume before and after cleaning, but during the 
cleaning, you use cloths or towels.

Old bath towels are perfect.  They soak up the dirt that is 
loosened by the cleaner, whichever one you choose, and I do 
like the soda based product that Ron mentioned.  I had a 
sample can once, and it worked really well in the house, I 
need to find the company and add it to my product line.

I try not to use a brush because it can tear the fibers and 
lead to the carpet looking old before its time.  A blotting 
or light rubbing with a towel is much easier on the carpet.

Don Mallinson

Carl Prochilo wrote:
> I wouldn't say that the carpet were super dirty.  There are some spots.  I
> used something we had in the house that was foam spray based that you
> apply and then use a wet sponge to rub into the carpet.  That brought back
> a nice appearance to the carpet to the point I almost don't want to step
> in it again.  I did same to the mats.
> For the few stubborn spots, I might try your method, but all of the spots
> are not even normally visible and I will soon forget.