Upholstered Furniture and Stains: What To Do

That brand new upholstered couch looks amazing in your living room! You’ve simply fallen in love with it. But, most importantly, you want to make sure it lasts as long as possible, and retains its fresh, new look. Stains definitely work against creating such an image! So here’s a quick guide to cleaning and removing stains from upholstery!

Clean Stains Right When They Happen

Ah, Rule #1, always clean up stains immediately. Basically, the longer the stain sits, the more likely it is to become permanent. So blot them clean- never scrub the stain, as you may end up spreading the affected area.

Check the Label

Check the label on your furniture for cleaning instructions. It can contain some very valuable information! For instance, an “X,” means that the item should only be professionally cleaned. It’s better to be in the know!

Perform a Spot Test

Before using any cleaning product, find an inconspicuous area on the piece of furniture to perform a spot test. This way you could potentially avoid ruining a larger section of the piece of furniture.

Fight Food Spills and Stains

For food spills and stains, try mixing your own concoction of one tablespoon of dishwashing liquid and two cups of cold water. Dab this solution onto the stain with a clean, white cloth. Do this until all of the stain is absorbed, and your cloth is coming back dry.

Steam Clean

Occasionally, you need to call in the professionals! Simply put, they have the right tools, knowledge, and experience for any stain or cleaning/restoration project!

And of course, don’t forget that The Steam Team has your back when it comes to fighting stains! It’s one of our many specialties. Visit our website here to view all of our services, as well as cleaning tips!

The Steam Team of Austin Helps with Clogged Dryer Vents

Cleaning Clogged Dryer Vents In Austin Texas

Many people underestimate the importance of keeping their vents clean, so we’re here to let you know that it’s just as important as air duct cleaning and carpet cleaning- all of these harbor dust and debris that you don’t need to inhale. And of course, not cleaning dryer vents can lead to worse consequences.

For over thirty five years now, The Steam Team has been helping keep families safe by making sure their dryer vents are clean and clear of dust, debris, and lint. Not cleaning out your dryer vents can lead to many issues, from a malfunctioning dryer, to a house fire. We don’t want either one of those occurrences to happen to you, and that’s why we’re standing by 24/7 to help!

Why is it Important to Keep Dryer Vents Clean?

Each year, thousands of dryer vent fires are reported, and we don’t want this to happen to you- not when prevention is as simple as calling The Steam Team! While fire prevention is definitely the top priority, you may also need a cleaning if you notice your clothes are taking over an hour to dry. Lint buildup can clog your dryer vents, and you’ll need assistance cleaning them out. So don’t put yourself at risk of a house fire, and don’t waste precious time waiting on your laundry to dry- give The Steam Team a call pronto!

How Can the Steam Team Help?

With over three decades of experience, our team of trained technicians are the most experienced in all of Central Texas, and have all of the right equipment for the job. We’re available 24/7 for any of your cleaning and restoration needs, especially dryer vent cleaning. Whether your home needs an inspection and cleaning, or your commercial business, we’re here to help, and we’ll be out to do so in a jiffy!

Carpet Cleaning: Steaming Away the Stench

Carpet And Rug Cleaning 

We often treat our pets as if they’re human. They seem to fit in perfectly with the family, and they even get along well with our closest friends! However… no matter how endearing our pets are they still stink! To make matters worse, pet odors are oftentimes more difficult to remove than stains, as they’re more deeply embedded into carpet/fabric fibers. Pet urine is the number one culprit. So, what, if anything, can we do to relieve our nostrils of this uncomfortable stench, left behind by our darling pets?

Pre-Treating Stains

Hopefully you’ve caught the urine stain in good time. If you happen to be so lucky, begin pretreating the stain immediately! Choose one cleaning solution and stick with it- but make sure it’s appropriate for this kind of stain!

If you’re dealing with a urine puddle, immediately soak up the moisture by layering newspaper over several paper towels, and pressing the affected area. Once fully dry, pretreat the stain with an enzymatic cleaning solution- the best solution for the job.

Permanently Removing Stains & Odors

First- understand that not all stains are going to come up. Sometimes, professional intervention is necessary. Until The Steam Team (or your local cleaning/restoration company) arrives, try mixing a solution of two cups of cool water, and a tablespoon each of vinegar, and dishwashing liquid. Blot into the stain and periodically rinse with clean water.

Hiring a Professional

Pet urine alone is a difficult stain/odor to battle. Don’t fight alone! Give your local cleaning and restoration company a call. The Steam Team has the perfect amount of know-how and high-quality equipment to remove stains from your carpet and upholstery- for good! Finally, you can go back to loving on your pets, and not just cleaning up after them. For rug cleaning call The Steam Team at 512-451-8326 today.