Stair Carpeting
Stair Carpeting - What to Buy, How to Clean
Stairs make a first impression.
When your guests enter your multi-story home, one of the first things they may see are your stairs and their eyes follow them right up to the top floor! How do they look? Defined traffic pattern? Matted? Discolored? Have they “uglied” out? Don’t let carpet appearance distract from the beauty of your home.
What type of carpet and pad to buy for stairs.
Stairs are one of the highest-traffic areas of any home, requiring the most durable and long wearing carpet available. We recommend high-twist, cut-pile, high-density pile, low pile (¾-inch or less), stain-resistant nylon carpet. Choose more durable carpet for stairs graded “heavy domestic” or “extra heavy domestic”. Pick a carpet color that hides heavy traffic patterns, dirt and stains. Additionally, the higher grade your cushion (padding) under the carpet, the longer your stair carpeting will keep its like-new look. Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) suggests selecting padding with no more than 3/8 inch thickness and with 8 pounds density for the low-profile carpet used on stairs.
What type of carpet NOT to buy for stairs.
The carpet should NOT be loop-pile such as Berber because it is possible that it might snag shoe heels causing tripping and potential falls. It should NOT be polyester or olefin fibers because they do not resist heavy traffic and crushing. Do NOT pick light colors such as creams and ivories that will “ugly out” more quickly.
Warranties on stair carpeting.
In the fine print of most carpet warranties, you may discover that the carpet that has been installed on your stairs is NOT covered under warranty because it is considered “abnormal wear and tear”. When buying new carpet for your stairs, be sure to review the warranty!
Cleaning stair carpeting between professional cleanings.
If the carpet on your stairs needs cleaning, what method should you use? Of first importance is frequent vacuuming of stair carpeting which will facilitate in the removal of abrasive and topical soils. Also “grooming” with a carpet “rake” will help keep the pile from matting.
Do-It-Yourself cleaning stair carpeting.
Beyond vacuuming, there are many “methods” for cleaning your stairs. Some might “scrub” the carpet with a brush and shampoo, which would not only damage the fibers but lead to resoiling because of shampoo residue left in the carpeting. Still others might use a little home extractor that is used sometimes for spot and spill removal. However, those will hardly improve the appearance of carpet, since they do not deep clean and have the possibility of leaving the carpeting too wet and possibly causing delamination of the backing of the carpet. Also, leaving the carpet too wet may cause mold and mildew to fester and raise potential health issues.
Professionally cleaning stair carpeting by Bane-Clene® Systems.
Presuming you have tried these methods without satisfactory results or you prefer to have others do the work, we suggest you “Call Bane On The Carpet®” to professionally clean not only the stairs but the rest of your carpets, rugs and upholstery with the patented Bane-Clene® System. Our electric-powered, truck-mounted, warm water extraction equipment for deep cleaning will completely satisfy your needs. We arrive at your home with our own water heated to just the proper safe temperature. Gentle, effective cleaning agents are in this pre-softened water. Our patented equipment cleans deep without wetting the backing. Dirt, soil and residual matter are extracted and discharged through the vacuum hose into our truck.
Special attention is devoted to problem areas with patented, proprietary pre-spotters. We also have specially formulated spot and stain removal techniques for a variety of those annoying household problems associated with spills. Also, if needed, we have the necessary remedies for spots, stains and odors caused by your furry friends. Our Certified, Trained, Bonded and Insured technicians will perform the necessary services to safely return your carpets, rugs and upholstery to a “like new” appearance.
It is also possible to extend the performance of the cleaned items by applying a Soil & Stain Carpet and Upholstery Protector. This treatment (while not preventing) will lessen the impact and damage of future stains and soils while extending the life of the treated fabrics.
Our method of cleaning has received the Carpet and Rug Institute “Seal of Approval®”. This internationally recognized organization endorses that for the maximum life and performance of your carpeting that they are professionally cleaned at least once a year.
We also clean and maintain Stone, Ceramic, Marble and Wood floors.
Photos below are examples of using Bane-Clene® equipment and cleaning agents to clean carpeted stairs in various cities in the USA, including the Indianapolis area.
Please call now for an appointment at 317-546-5448.
