Carpet Spot or Stain: The Difference
Stains and spots appear to look similar on the carpet, but there are several differences between the two. Regardless of stain or spot, having your carpets professionally cleaned is very important. Be sure to contact the professionals from Northside Floor Care for the best in carpet care. We will come to your home or business and make recommendations on how to clean both spots and stains, and we will do it with a smile. Both spots and stains start with a spill on the carpet. There are a few differences between the two. Here are the fundamentals. Spots – These are spills on the carpet but do not form a chemical bond onto the fibers. Things like dirt in high traffic areas, drink spills and the like are spots. These can be cleaned quickly and easily. Spot cleaning is still no substitute for a full, professional carpet cleaning. Stains – Stains are spills that damage the carpet and the fibers. Oil is a good example. Many carpet fibers are made from petroleum by-products. This me