Dry Foam Carpet Cleaning
Dry foam cleaning may be carried out by applying foam to the carpet and then vacuuming it up with a wet vacuum. You can also choose a vacuum that uses stronger chemicals and a stronger suction to get dirt up. Dry foam is the ideal method of choice if you have older carpet if you want to get your carpet as clean as possible.
How it Works
The dry foam machine is equipped with a pressure tank, into which you will pour a solution of water and shampoo. A compressor converts the solution into foam which is then dispensed over the carpet using a revolving cylindrical brush. The brush then works to comb the foam through the piles of the carpet so that each individual fibre of the carpet is cleaned.
To achieve the best results, you must make sure that the foam bubbles are of uniform size so the foam can complete the cleaning process before it is dispersed. Once it has dried, the carpet is then thoroughly vacuumed to remove the dried crystals of dirt that have been left behind.
Pros and Cons of Dry Foam Cleaning
Pros
The process of dry foam cleaning is capable of covering a lot of area in a very short amount of time. There isn't really any danger involved in saturating the carpet as the moisture content is low. This will also help you to minimise the problems that are commonly associated with over wetting.
Cons
The dry foam method is capable of removing average levels of soil. There is however a possibility of excessive residue and soil build up if the machine you are using has inadequate extraction capabilities.
Method
- Hoover the carpet and remove all the stains that you possibly can.
- Mix the dry foam solution according to the directions of the manufacturer.
- Shampoo the carpet then once it has dried, vacuum the carpet.
- Depending on the type of carpet you have, groom the pile to speed the drying process.
