At Steamex Eastern, our carpet cleaning technicians have seen the deteriorating effects of direct sunlight on upholstery, carpeting, and fine furniture. The most obvious signs are color fading of fabric dyes or discoloration of natural materials including wood and natural carpet fibers like cotton, wool, linen, or silk. What is really happening is a breakdown of the manufacturing chemicals and natural fibers caused by ultraviolet rays of the sun or UV rays. A sunlight-filled home is beautiful and healthy. Natural light
There is a connection between your carpet and indoor air quality which means keeping your carpets cleaned properly is extremely important to have a healthy environment for you and your family. Most of us spend more time indoors than we do outside yet we may not think of how our carpeting can adversely affect us. Carpeting can harbor pollutants, such as dust mites, dirt particles, bacteria, pet dander, cockroach droppings, and lead. If liquids have been spilled on carpets or
If you suspect your home or commercial carpeting has become mildewed, the likely cause can be long periods of moisture under or on the carpet. The water infiltration could be from leaking fixtures or pipes, rainwater that has entered through windows or under doors, or an untrained puppy or kitten. Whatever the cause, mildew carpet can be a breeding ground for mold spores. This can lead to an unhealthy indoor environment and increased symptoms of those with chronic allergies, asthma, or