The development of carpet for use as a floor covering has come a long way since the oldest known rug dating from 464BC was discovered in Outer Mongolia. Carpet manufacture in Britain began in the 16th Century and received a boost in the late 17th Century with the expulsion of Huguenot weavers from France, many of whom settled at Wilton in Wiltshire, and the many changes in production methods and materials have resulted in the extensive range of products available today.
The advantage of carpet in a commercial environment is not only its aesthetic appearance but also its insulating and noise deadening qualities which are invaluable in large buildings such as hotels and offices. It is important that the carpet is maintained in a state of cleanliness to present the best appearance for customers and employees to ensure a pleasant environment in which to conduct business. The most obvious thing that can be done both from a commercial and domestic point of view is vacuuming. Regular vacuuming reduces the potential build up of dirt in the pile of the carpet which not only helps to maintain the appearance but also extends the life of the carpet. The vacuum cleaner is the basic piece of commercial carpet cleaner, but even regular use cannot prevent the stains, spills and general discolouration that carpets suffer over time.
To clean heavily soiled or stained areas and return a carpet to its former glory the best method is to use a professional commercial cleaning machine, which will shampoo the carpet to give it a thorough clean. There are various types of machine available on the market, which vary according to the duty required. For instance in a large floor area with high traffic a sophisticated carpet extractor is preferable to clean down to the base of the carpet to ensure that the operation which is potentially disruptive does not need to be done as often and will thoroughly remove the offending build up. There is a machine for every application, for example for cleaning coaches or buses a narrower type of machine would be required to deal with a more confined space.
B & G Cleaning Systems have an outstanding range of commercial carpet cleaning equipment incorporating vacuums, extraction cleaners and driers including the Edge range of carpet cleaners, and we would be pleased to advise you.