Carpet — Steam Cleaning

: Fill the tank with hot (but not boiling) water and the manufacturer-recommended amount of detergent. Over-soaping can leave a sticky residue that attracts more dirt.

: After cleaning an area, go over it again without pulling the trigger to suck up as much remaining moisture as possible. 3. Essential Post-Cleaning Care CARPET STEAM CLEANING

: Open windows, turn on fans, or use the air conditioner to speed up drying. : Fill the tank with hot (but not

: Start in the corner farthest from the door and work backward so you never walk on wet carpet. : Vacuum the entire area twice in opposite directions

: Vacuum the entire area twice in opposite directions. This prevents surface dirt from turning into muddy patches when wet.

: Once fully dry, vacuum one last time to lift the carpet pile and remove any final loose particles. Comparison of Cleaning Methods Steam Cleaning (Hot Water Extraction) Steam Mops (Maintenance) Primary Use Deep cleaning & heavy stain removal Light sanitization of surface fibers Power High-pressure injection & suction Passive steam release Extraction Strong vacuum removes dirty water No suction; dirt remains in fiber or pad Risk Over-wetting can lead to mold if not dried Direct heat can melt synthetic fibers