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While innumerable pathogens harbor the environment, you can effortlessly clear them with the help of an antibacterial floor cleaner. Disinfectants take your cleaning exercise to the next level since they eliminate all micro-organisms that cause diseases. Consequently, they help stop the spread of contagious ailments that would otherwise wreak havoc if they spread. You have to find detergents and cleaning solutions that kill both bacteria and viruses for you to have a successful disinfecting exercise. If you are looking for a full-proof method of disinfecting floors, herein is the best way to disinfect floors using the Dreame robot vacuums and easy to find house cleaning products. The Difference Between Cleaning and Disinfecting Most people assume that there is no difference between cleaning surfaces and disinfecting. There is a thin line between them that makes it difficult for most folks to differentiate. So, what exactly is the difference between the two procedures? Cleaning Cleaning is the act of removing dirt from a surface to keep the environment looking clean and neat. People clean surfaces frequently using soap and water, and it is a prerequisite to disinfecting the floor with antibacterial cleaning products. This process is relatively fast since you aim to remove soil, debris, and stains from the floor. You can scrub or mop the surface depending on the amount of dirt you are cleaning. Disinfecting Unlike cleaning, disinfectant requires you to use chemicals such as bleach to clean the surface. These chemicals remove germs, bacteria, and viruses that spread diseases. In this process, you have to allow the disinfectant to set on the surface for a specified period before wiping it off. This dwelling time allows the disinfectant to kill the pathogens. Tips for Disinfecting Floors Disinfectants differ from cleaning detergents in chemical composition, making them harsh. Therefore, you need to use pro tips when handling antibacterial cleaning products to avoid damaging your floor and skin. Here are some of the pro tips you can incorporate into your disinfecting routine to achieve stellar results. Always cover up using protective gear while preparing and using a disinfectant. Ensure that your floor is free of soil and general dirt before applying antibacterial cleaning products. Additionally, allow the floor to dry before proceeding to the next step. For the best results, use an antibacterial floor cleaner that the Environmental Protection Agency recommends for your floor type. Keep the disinfectant on the floor for the specified time so that it removes the pathogens you want to eliminate. Read the instructions provided on the packaging. These will help you learn how to handle the solution and how and where to store it after disinfecting the surfaces. Seal the containers well and store them away from children. And once you deplete your solution, discard the container appropriately. Use a spray applicator, antibacterial cleaning cloth, or auto-scrubbers to apply the solution on the floor. Now that you know what to do before and while cleaning, we can learn how to disinfect the floor using the Dreame robot vacuum. The Right Way to Use Antibacterial Floor Cleaner with Dreame Robot Vacuum When you want to disinfect the floor with Dreame robot vacuum, you have to incorporate a disinfectant that will help achieve top-notch hygiene standards. Antibacterial floor cleaners are a bit harsh, especially acidic ones, thanks to the chemical formula manufacturers use in their production. Thus, you have to find a friendly way to use them not to damage your cleaning robot. You are not recommended to add anything other than water into the vacuum tank. The Dreame robot vacuum manufacturer designed the tank to accommodate a neutral solution like water. The acidic antibacterial cleaners will erode the tank from inside, eventually creating holes that will leak water into the mortar. Once water gets to the machine, it is game over for you. The water will ruin your robot vacuum, creating the need to get a new one. And if you think using detergents and soap in the tank is equally fine, you are in for a rude shock. Considering that the pipes have a design that accommodates only water, adding other cleaning agents into the tank will cause the pipes to clog. Consequently, the clogged pores will reduce the machine’s shelf life significantly. Instead of adding solutions into the tank, you can soak the antibacterial cleaning cloth in the disinfectant, then attach it to the robot cleaner and disinfect the house. As the mop spreads the disinfectant, the bot dispenses water to cover the 200m² surface area. You can do the same with cleaning solutions when you want to clean the floors. Remember to dilute the solution to avoid ruining your Dreame robot vacuum. You can also apply the solution to the floor using a spray bottle and let it sit for some minutes before you command your robot to clean the surface. Wrap Up The best way to disinfect floors is, to begin with cleaning the surface. Remove all the dirt and ensure that the floor is spotlessly clean. Allow the floor to dry before you begin disinfecting it using the floor type’s right cleaner. A majority of the disinfectants come as concentrated solutions, so read the instructions to learn how to dilute them before using them on your floor. And while you are at it, remember to protect your hands and face from the harsh chemicals using protective kits. Allow the antibacterial cleaning agent to dwell on the floor for some time so that it can kill the disease-causing pathogens. Failure to do so will result in wasted efforts, and you will have wasted resources too.

A recent global air quality survey shows that 50% of the world’s population suffers from household air pollution effects. The importance of boosting indoor air quality can’t, therefore, be overemphasized. To understand how to improve indoor air quality in Winter, you must first know what causes poor indoor air quality during Winter in the first place. Effects of poor indoor air quality are dire. The solutions range from taking simple measures like ventilating your home to finding the best vacuum for air quality. However, let’s first discuss indoor air quality management in Winter and related issues. What Are the Issues Behind Poor Air Quality in Winter? Indoor air quality reduces in Winter since homeowners become more conscious of air leaks around windows, doors, rim joists, piping, etc., and result in insulation, among other efforts to boost comfort and lower heating bills. People tend to keep doors and windows locked tightly during Winter to maintain indoor warmth; however, these have negative effects. Poor circulation of air indoors allows a buildup of bacteria, viruses, dust mites, mold spores, and other pathogens responsible for many health problems ranging from headaches, fatigue, and dizziness to more severe effects like respiratory diseases, cancer, and heart disease, according to the EPA. Volatile organic compounds (from paint, cleaning agents, etc.), pets, smoke, etc., are also to blame for poor air quality indoors. 5 Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality Given the effects of poor indoor air quality in seasons like Winter, it’s important to take certain measures. Here’s how to improve indoor air quality in five simple ways. Grow Plants You can grow some indoor plants to boost your indoor air quality. Numerous studies, including one done by NASA, have linked indoor plants to improved air quality. Houseplants can absorb harmful pathogens in the air. They work perfectly in tight spaces and rooms with little to no airflow. While plants may be slower than air purifiers in regard to their indoor air purifying capabilities, they have other notable benefits. For instance, plants are more therapeutic and cost-effective than air purifiers. However, you need a specific number of plants to realize indoor air quality benefits i.e., 2-3 plants for every 100-square feet of indoor space. Some plants are also better than others at purifying the air. Areca palm, snake plant, money plant, and Chinese evergreens are examples of good indoor plants to consider for better indoor air quality. Monitor Indoor Air Quality To improve air quality indoors, you must first know your indoor air quality status. Indoor air quality monitors (IAQ monitors) offer accurate data on air quality, allowing you to take effective improvement measures. The best IAQ monitors today can detect almost all pollutants indoors, including radon - the chemical linked to 13.4% of all lung cancer-related deaths in the U.S. IAQ monitors can detect volatile organic compounds (VOCs) responsible for many respiratory health problems like sinuses. The benefits of monitoring indoor air quality include identifying the specific pollutant in your home to be able to find effective ways of getting rid of that pollutant. You can be able to know exactly when to ventilate during Winter when the levels of a certain pollutant surpass a certain level. A good air quality monitor will monitor many other metrics, including indoor temperature, air pressure, and humidity, that are linked to how we feel and perform. In fact, imbalances in temperature, air pressure, and humidity are common causes of headaches, migraines, joint pain, and blood pressure variations. There’s even evidence linking indoor air quality to impaired thinking. Open Your Windows It’s understandable why people don’t like opening their windows during Winter. The effort associated with keeping your indoor environment warm and comfortable usually outweighs the need for fresh air. However, you must open your windows periodically to keep your indoor air quality level safe. If you have an indoor air quality monitor, you can know the exact time to ventilate. Clean and Vacuum More Often Keeping your floor and floor covering as carpets and mats can also boost your indoor air quality immensely. There is a clear link between carpets and poor indoor air quality. Carpets are linked to an increased allergen, dust, and pathogen levels in homes. The link between carpets and health problems like asthma, anxious symptoms, and mild cognitive effects is also clear. Carpets, mats, and dirty floors harbor dust, dust mites, mold, and many pathogens linked to indoor air quality problems. All these problems can be solved by vacuuming and moping your floor more often, especially during Winter when air circulation is poor. However, most vacuum cleaners won’t get the job done. In fact, some vacuum cleaners worsen indoor air quality by releasing dust, bacteria, and allergens back into the air. Mops also need to be clean, otherwise, they’ll also reintroduce pathogens. To solve this problem, consider the best vacuum for air quality out there today with a HEPA filter, such as the Dreame D9 robot vacuum. The Dreame D9 is a vacuum cleaner, mop, and robot all in one offering unparalleled stress-free cleaning experiences. It uses a laser system and smart algorithm to map a cleaning route in your home and clean efficiently and thoroughly while avoiding obstacles with ease. Change Furnace Filters Regularly Since indoor heating needs increase drastically, furnace filters are bound to gather particulate matter faster. Furnace filters won’t work as efficiently as they do during winter if you don’t replace them regularly. Removing dirty and clogged filters more than once during Winter will ensure the trapped particulate matter doesn’t recirculate back. After taking the measures above, you won’t have indoor air quality management problems. You should start by monitoring the quality of your air indoors before purposing to open windows and doors more often, adding indoor plants, opening your windows more often, and replacing your furnace filters. Most importantly, you should invest in a good vacuum cleaner and mop like the Dreame D9 proven to clean your carpet, rugs, and floors automatically.

Most people who clean their homes do regular cleaning. Professional cleaning companies do regular and deep cleaning. While you’ll have to pay extra for deep cleaning, there’s unmatched value for money. To understand why you should overlook DIY (Do-It-Yourself) home cleaning over professional cleaning, it’s important to define the two terms. What’s the Difference Between Deep Cleaning and Regular Cleaning Your Home Regular Cleaning As the name suggests, regular home cleaning involves typical home cleaning tasks done to maintain typical cleanliness. While it’s possible to hire a cleaning company to do regular cleaning, it costs less than deep cleaning. You can even clean your room in one hour. Regular cleaning usually involves cleaning tasks such as sweeping floors, cleaning and mopping floors, vacuuming carpets, wiping the dust from surfaces, appliances, and fixtures, cleaning and disinfecting the bathroom, cleaning kitchen appliances, cooking pots and floors as well as cleaning doors, window frames, dusting vents, emptying the trash can, and removing cobwebs. Deep Cleaning Deep cleaning goes further than regular cleaning. The main difference is in the level of detail. Deep cleaning is more extensive. It includes all regular cleaning tasks as well as cleaning neglected and/or hard-to-reach areas of your home. Anything that can be cleaned is attended to. It also focuses on improving the living quality and overall sanitation of your home. Other notable differences include price. Deep cleaning is obviously more costly. It also takes longer. If you are thinking about doing it yourself, we have created a complete cleaning supplies checklist to help you. How Often Do You Need to Deep Clean Your Home As mentioned above, deep cleaning involves cleaning every cleanable place or thing in your home. While it’s not possible to clean everything, there are things you must deep clean often than others. You should deep clean your microwave, shower, toilet, bathmats, bathtubs, and carpets every week. Your refrigerator can be deep cleaned monthly, while your pillows and skirting boards should be cleaned every three months. Windows and drapes should be cleaned thoroughly after 3-6 months. Your mattress, blankets, and duvets can be deep cleaned at least twice a year. Showerheads can wait for a year, while your oven should be deep cleaned when it starts emitting an unpleasant odor. This can even be weekly depending on the frequency, spills, etc. Deep Cleaning House Checklist: How to Deep Clean a House If you are looking for specifics i.e., the different places to clean in your kitchen, bedroom, etc., how to clean those places, the number of times you should clean, among other important information, here’s what you should know. Kitchen Deep Cleaning When deep cleaning your kitchen, you should focus on the microwave, refrigerator, and oven, as these are the appliances that aren’t cleaned properly during regular cleaning. As mentioned above, deep clean your microwave weekly to get rid of food splatters that act as breeding grounds for germs. Your refrigerator should be deep cleaned monthly to eliminate food spills and other sources of germs like rotting vegetables, which can also cause serious bacterial contamination. The process of deep cleaning a refrigerator includes but isn’t limited to removing everything and wiping down all compartments using an antibacterial wash. The oven should be deep cleaned as often as possible, more so when you start to smell previously cooked food. When cleaning your oven regularly, use a damp cloth and soapy water to get rid of good spills and splashes. Other areas and appliances that should be deep cleaned in the kitchen include dishwashers, stovetops, and sinks. Living Room Deep Cleaning Your living room should be deep cleaned weekly to half-yearly, depending on what is being cleaned. Carpets cleaning should be done weekly and deep cleaned once or twice a year. However, deep cleaning can be done often if you have pets or young children that play a lot but still need a carpet that is clean throughout. Deep cleaning is also dictated by factors such as stains and dust levels in your area. Deep cleaning carpets can be a daunting task when handled traditionally. Currently, there are deep cleaning vacuums in the market today, such as the Dreame cordless vacuum sticks for deep cleaning your sofa, carpet, and floors. Windows and drapes can be deep cleaned once every 3-6 months. While you can wipe the woodwork, you’ll need a professional to help you deep clean other elements/parts i.e., to remove grime from your drapes and windows. Skirting boards should be deep cleaned quarterly. Vacuuming and wiping over skirting will remove the layer of dust and pathogens (dust mites/allergens) that accumulate over time on skirting boards. Bathroom Deep Cleaning Bathtubs and showers should be deep cleaned weekly. Deep cleaning is crucial since bathtubs and showers are perfect breeding grounds for fungus and bacteria known to cause skin infections. Cleaning should be as thorough as possible by using antibacterial agents. Toilets should be cleaned regularly on a daily basis, and deep cleaned every week. Like bathtubs and showers, cleaning should be done using antibacterial agents. It’s also crucial to use bleach to keep your toilet free of ugly stains. A toilet cleaner will come in handy when removing mineral deposits. Bathmats should also be cleaned weekly since they are also breeding grounds for fungus and bacteria. Use sanitizing wash or other similar detergents to get rid of harmful bugs that thrive in bathmats. After washing, dry the mat outdoors in direct sunlight to dry. Bathroom shower heads should be deep cleaned once every year to remove minerals that build up over time and restore normal function. Deep cleaning also gets rid of dust and dirt that accumulates over time. Bedroom Deep Cleaning Bedroom pillows should be deep cleaned quarterly, while mattresses, duvets, and blankets should be deep cleaned twice a year. Pillows harbor dead skin, sweat, oil, dust mites, and other allergens. Mattresses also harbor everything found in pillows and more i.e., bed bugs. Mattresses are also prone to become smelly. Duvets and blankets also accumulate dust and allergens. All the bedroom items should be deep cleaned by professional cleaners. You can do regular cleaning; however, deep cleaning should be left to professionals for obvious reasons. While it looks costly, it’s important to consider the health implications of disregarding deep cleaning requirements. It’s also important to choose reputable professional deep cleaners. It may be possible to deep clean some elements/places in your home with the help of state-of-the-art appliances.  Discover More in Our Cleaning Series: How to Keep Your House Clean Before, During & After Vacation How to Clean Your House Like a Pro 10 Tips For Cleaning Your Home This Fall

The best thing a parent can do is to start early on household chores for teenagers. Doing so will teach your children about self-reliance, responsibility, and respect. The problem is, you might have no chore ideas for teens. It’s hard to come up with them – and, sometimes, even harder to get a teenage kid to do them! Fortunately, we have the perfect teenage chore list for you to try. These tasks aren’t hard to do and, in due time, your children will add them to their daily routine with no hassle. Chores That Teens Can Do Take out the trash Taking out the trash is a movie cliché at this point – but there’s a reason for that. Making your teenage children do this will make them understand how important it is to pick up after themselves. Not only that, but this chore will teach them that there are things in life that must be done on time. If they fail to take out the trash before the pick-up truck comes through, they failed their task. So, they will have to do a chore – and pay attention to the daily schedule. It’s the perfect character-building task for beginners! Sweep and vacuum Like taking out the trash, sweeping and vacuuming are some of the most important chores your teenage child can do. This chore is all about taking care of the house. If your teenage kid invites friends over or leaves a mess after eating, it’s only right that they clean up. The best part is, they don’t have to grab a broom because it’s not the 1800s anymore. They can use a Dreame vacuum, like Dreame T10 to make the chore more fun and interesting – but they must make sure everything is nice and clean in the end. Do the laundry This final option is by far the most advanced and complicated of them all. It might not seem like much to an adult – but a teenage kid has little to no idea about doing the laundry. While it is recommended that you tell your children to do the laundry eventually, you need to understand that it will take some time for them to understand how to properly do this chore. So, if you’re interested in trying this option, keep in mind you’ll have to teach your children how to do that. Take care of the pets A pet could be your teenage child’s best friend – but it’s also a huge responsibility. Taking care of a pet teaches important lessons. It also teaches how important it is to be responsible when someone else depends on you. If, for example, you have a dog in the house, your son or daughter should walk the dog, feed the dog, groom the dog, and play with the dog. These are all essential parts in taking care of a pet – and an important household chore for your teenage kid to do. The great part about this is that doing something like this doesn’t feel like a chore – because hanging out with the pet is always fun! How Can You Motivate Teenagers to Do Their Chores? Set consequences if they do not do their chores These days, teenagers have too many things going on for them. Social media alone takes hours away from their daily routine. While that’s not a good thing, you can use it to your advantage. For example, if your children fail to do their part in the teenager chore list, you can restrict their internet access, reduce their video game time, or simply add more chores in the future for them to do. The idea here is not to threaten your children with punishment – but to make them understand that, in real life, not doing what you’re supposed to do has consequences. Do chores along with them Even though you’re trying to delegate household tasks and teach your kids about responsibility, sometimes it’s better to do a team effort to show that you care. This article is about chores for teens, but that’s not enough reason for adults not to give a helping hand! When you do chores side by side with your children, you’re teaching them the right way to do things – and why they should do it. And, sure, this isn’t the most entertaining thing an adult can do with his or her time, but it’ll teach the young ones in the family a valuable lesson. Reward them for doing chores Teenagers should face consequences for their actions, both good and bad. Sure, you should take away your teenage child’s cellphone if they don’t take out the trash – but you should also reward him if he does his household chores. You already know what to do if your child fails to do his part. You should also promise to do something good in return if they do all the chores. A weekly allowance is a great reward for a job well done. If an allowance isn’t possible or necessary, you could come up with something else, like buying a new video game or cellphone in a couple of months, if every chore is done before that time. Conclusion At the end of the day, implementing the right chores list for teenagers could be the difference between raising healthy, educated adults and people who don’t know how to pick up after themselves. Taking out the trash or vacuuming might not seem like much, but they are character-building tasks that will teach your children valuable lessons. And, while your kids learn, you’re learning as well! Trying to make your teenage children do chores isn’t easy – but it’s worth the effort. If you’re coming up short and your teenage kids aren’t listening, try to implement the reward system we talked about. That’ll definitely help!

Keeping every nook and corner of your house clean can be a really challenging task. Using candle lights during a dinner party or as decorating options in some areas of the house is a good decoration idea. However, there is always a possibility for the wax to drip on to the carpets. Getting the melted wax out of the carpet may look like a tough thing to do. However, if you follow some simple steps you will know how to get wax out of carpet easily. But before you follow the steps, there are certain things that can help you to remove wax out of carpet. Let us find out what these things are. Things You Will Need For removing candle wax out of carpet you will be needing the following few things: Ice Bag or Ice Pack Iron or Hair dryer Paper Towel Carpet Cleaning Solution or Rubbing Alcohol A Butter Knife Vacuum cleaner Each of these things would be required through the various steps involved in removing wax from the carpet. Let us now find out how to get candle wax out of carpet. Steps to Remove Wax Out of Carpet You can easily remove stubborn wax from your carpets if you follow these simple steps. The first thing or the preliminary requirement of course is to get all the materials ready which we discussed in our previous section. Once all the required things are procured and are ready for use, we can start with the process of removing candle wax out of carpet. Let us now look at the steps involved. Step 1: Freezing the Wax on Carpet The candle wax on your carpets needs to be removed immediately as soon as you see or notice it. If you wait longer, it gets harder to clean the wax from your carpets and the stain they leave afterward. You may see that the wax on the carpet is messy and is spread through the carpet. Some of it may be there on the carpet but may not be visible. To make sure all the wax on the carpet is visible properly, you need to do this step. In this step, a bag of ice or an ice pack is placed on the top of the carpet on the spots where candle wax has fallen. This would freeze the wax on the carpet that would make the wax spots more clearly visible, thereby making it easy to clean. Ensure that the carpet does not get wet while the freezing process as moisture would only make the stains worse. Step 2: Scraping the Wax off the Carpet Once the wax on the surface is completely frozen, you may now start scraping off the wax from the carpet gently. Using a butter knife ensures that the carpet does not get torn or cut in the process. Make sure you are not going too rough while removing the wax from the carpet as you do not want to end up cutting the threads of the carpet and damaging it. This process will help you remove most if not all of the wax from the carpet. Once the wax pieces are all removed, you can either vacuum them or simply remove them off the carpet and proceed to the next step. As pointed out in step 2, freezing and then scraping off the wax will only help you to partially remove the wax from the carpet but the wax stains remain with some leftover wax that cannot be removed merely by scraping. In this step, you will need to use a paper towel and the steam iron or hair dryer. Start by placing the paper towel on the top of the wax stains. Heat up the iron at its lowest setting and gently run the iron over the towel to heat up the wax. Keep running the iron over the paper towel until you see the paper towel absorbing the wax from the carpet. Ensure that the heat level is at the minimum or else the paper towel may burn making the stains more rigid and difficult to remove. If you don’t want to use the steam iron, simply run the hot hair dryer over the carpet and then use the paper towels to absorb the resultant wax on the carpet. Once you are done with the heat and absorb process, it is time for the final cleaning step. Step 4: Cleaning the Carpet This step is the final and the most important step. Though every step is equally important, this step gives the desired cleaned look that you are expecting off your carpet after the entire process. This step has two parts. The first part is cleaning the carpet with a cleaning solution and then vacuuming the carpet using a vacuum cleaner. Always ensure to use the best vacuum cleaner while cleaning carpet and the Dreame T20 does the job just right. So, in this step, you will clean the carpet using a carpet solution and see how to remove candle wax from carpet with Dreame vacuum. Gently pour some carpet cleaning solution over the stained areas of the carpet. If there are colored stains of wax all over the carpet, use some rubbing alcohol, dab a small cloth towel with it, and gently remove the stains on the carpet using the cloth. Once the carpet is dried, run your Dreame T20 vacuum cleaner over the carpet, and in no time your carpet will return to its original spot free form and texture. Conclusion To summarize, though removing wax stains and wax from your carpet is an overwhelming task, you can easily remove all the wax and subsequent stains from your carpet without any difficulty by using simple DIY steps at home. So, what are you waiting for? Use this piece as a guide to removing candle wax from carpet and keep your home carpets ready for the next candlelight dinner party.

Carpets are a great interior decor item that most homes have invested in, but how often they should be cleaned has always been a matter of debate. Some experts recommend at least once a week, but others advise a biweekly cleaning routine. Whichever advice one chooses to follow, the bottom line remains that you can vacuum your carpet less and still keep it clean. There are many advantages of vacuuming less, including increasing the lifespan of the carpet and maintaining carpet fiber. Below are the main reasons why one should adopt a less frequent carpet cleaning routine. Also, get to learn how to choose the right vacuum. Why Do We Need to Vacuum Less for Carpet? Cleanliness has been said to be second to godliness, but that does not mean homeowners have to go overboard in maintaining a clean home. One should vacuum less for carpet because it helps to: Protect the Fiber of the Carpet It has been argued that dirt is likely to wear out a carpet, but even getting rid of it can do a lot of harm. Vacuum cleaners cause wear and tear to these cherished home decor accessories. A beater brush is mainly designed to be used on synthetic fibers, but some people use it on woolen carpets. Wool carpets are made by spinning wool fibers together to make yarn, and when subjected to the rough treatment of beater brushes, such wool carpet fibers pull away from the yarn. Since the beater brush’s bristles are made from nylon, the rubbing action can be too abrasive on the fibers causing them to be pulled and torn. Since vacuum cleaners usually have different settings, it is most likely to damage the carpet at low settings, while at high settings, the cleaning will not be efficient. Vacuuming less, therefore, protects the carpet fibers in the long run. Increase the Lifespan of the Carpet The general lifespan of a carpet is five to fifteen years, depending on the construction, after which it starts aging and fibers begin to wear out. Although that would be natural wear and tear, frequent vacuuming would speed up the aging process. A carpet that would have lasted for five years before its fibers were torn starts aging in three years or less. Limit Chances of Voiding the Warranty Carpets usually come with a warranty, and a manufacturer is confident in its product that will have a texture retention warranty covering the carpet for as long as 20 years. However, each manufacturer has his own exclusions. As a buyer, one is expected to follow a certain cleaning and maintenance routine for the carpet warranty to be valid. For texture retention, which basically covers texture damage, and wears warranty covering deterioration, the carpet has to meet a certain threshold for manufacturers to compensate for the damage. In most cases, manufacturers demand that carpet loses at least 10% of fiber before it can be replaced. Too much vacuuming will have the carpet deteriorating without even reaching the threshold; thus, one is left with a worn-out irreplaceable carpet. How to Vacuum Less and Still Keep Your Carpet Clean? When you vacuum less for carpet, you help protect your carpet from too much wear and tear. There are different ways to still keep the carpet clean without subjecting it to frequent vacuuming. Here are three tips: Take off Your Shoes Shoes carry loads of germs and dirt that can make the house’s inhabitants sick. While germs are invisible, the dirt shoes leave on the carpet is usually unsightly. Besides leaving the carpet dirty and prompting thorough cleaning, the particles also act sandpaper. Consequently, the “sandpaper” wears out the carpet faster. As people step on the particles, they are broken down and ground into the carpet fibers. This causes the fibers to wear out and dull the carpet’s appearance. Encourage visitors to leave shoes at the entrance to avoid tracking mud and dust into the house and onto the carpet. If taking shoes off is not an option, one can opt for a microbial mat at the home entrance. It may not be as effective as removing shoes, but it will reduce the bacteria and amount of dirt entering the home. Clean Carpet Stains Locally Upon spilling tea or wine on the carpet, there is no need to clean the entire carpet. Instead, clean the stains immediately because once it stains, getting rid of it will be a headache. To locally clean a stain increases the lifespan of the carpet by preventing frequent scrubbing of the carpet fibers, which would wear them out. Moreover, each stain demands a different kind of cleaning procedure. Therefore, even if there are different strains, one can protect the carpet from damage using the right products for each spot. Engage Professionals Some manufacturers will declare a warranty void because one did not engage professionals in the maintenance process. Besides keeping the warranty valid, professional cleaning at least twice a year keeps the carpet clean and maintains it for longer. Choose the Right Vacuum for Your Carpet Getting the right cleaning equipment can be hectic given the many vacuum cleaners available. Most vacuum cleaners are designed for cleaning wide areas, but some, like the Dreame D9 robot vacuum, are ideal for small area cleaning. Since different vacuums cater to different needs, always look for one that suits your home, taking into account pets, children, and stairs. Conclusion The general recommendation for cleaning carpets is once a week, but too much of anything has adverse effects. Keeping the carpet clean does not necessarily have to be from frequent vacuuming. Locally cleaning the carpet, taking shoes off, and engaging professionals are a few tips to vacuum less and maintain cleanliness. Additionally, when purchasing a vacuum, always ensure that it can meet the home’s specific needs.