Keeping High-Traffic Carpets Looking Their Best

We've all been there - walking through a building's lobby or down a hallway only to be met with drab, dingy carpeting. Areas with heavy foot traffic face a constant onslaught of dirt, grime, and abuse that can quickly deteriorate even the highest quality carpets. But it doesn't have to be that way. With some simple strategies, you can keep high-use carpeted areas looking fresh for years.

Vacuuming is Job One

The #1 key is frequent vacuuming with a powerful vacuum cleaner. Don't try getting by with a cheap vac from the discount store. You need serious suction and a beater bar that can dislodge embedded particles. For heavy traffic zones, daily vacuuming is ideal to continually remove the abrasive grit that wears down carpet fibers.

Reinforce the Entry

Another smart tactic is deploying floor mats at all entrances to trap moisture and wipe dirt off shoes before it gets tracked onto your carpets. You can even use low-profile carpet runners in busy hallways to absorb some of the impact from foot traffic.

Be Stain Vigilant spills and stains are inevitable in any high-use area. When they happen, act quickly! Blot up liquid spills, never rub, and treat set-in stains immediately with the proper cleaning solution. The longer a stain dries, the harder it becomes to remove.

Go Deep Periodically

Even with daily vacuuming and stain vigilance, carpets need a deep restorative cleaning from time to time. At Troy Carpet Care, our truck-mounted hot water extraction flushes out deeply embedded soils that vacuums can't reach. We'll have your high-traffic carpets looking their absolute best.

Don't accept unsightly carpet wear and matting in your business or home's busy areas. Stay on top of vacuuming, quickly treat stains, and schedule periodic deep cleanings from the pros at Troy Carpet Care. With our help, your high-use carpets can look brand new again!