A good vacuuming programme is essential to the success of your carpet maintenance efforts.
Effective daily vacuuming reduces the frequency of periodic maintenance procedures required
to maintain clean carpet. In addition to removing soil, vacuum cleaning also helps to lift and
restore carpet pile.
Proper equipment and technique are essential and cannot be taken for granted.
Machines with cylinder brushes should be used and set so that brushes are in contact with pile surfaces.
Twin motor machines with independent motors for suction and brushing are preferred for this task.
Upright vacuum sweepers are advised; canister and backpack type machines are generally not
recommended. Vacuums with top loading soil bags are highly recommended.
The frequency of vacuuming is determined by visual inspection, but should be done daily.
Heavy traffic areas such as lobbies, entryways and barrier mats, particularly those exposed to
various weather conditions, may require more frequent vacuuming.
Vacuuming these areas more than once a day will help prevent soil from being tracked into other areas.
For thorough cleaning, be sure your movements are slow and methodical when vacuuming.