Spot Treating Stains: Our Latest Tricks- The Steam Team of Austin

Is your carpet plagued with stains after this holiday season? Well, you’re not alone! Many people are scrubbing their flooring, trying to remove wine and food stains from the holiday festivities. So, to help you out, today we have our latest tips and tricks for spot treating stains, and we sure hope they’re helpful! Go ahead, you know you want to keep reading… The Steam Team of Austin! 

Blot, Don’t Rub

When it comes to removing stains, it’s always best to blot the stain clean, rather than scrub! Scrubbing the stain can cause it to spread and that’s definitely not what you want! Blot the stain clean with a white towel (so that you can see the substance) and change it as necessary. Then treat the stain with your choice of cleaner, whether commercial or homemade.

Use Around-the-House Products

You don’t always necessarily have to use commercial cleaning products when treating stains! You can use several different products that you have hiding underneath your sink, like vinegar, ammonia, baking soda, and even Dawn dishwasher soap!

Call in the Professionals

Sometimes, it’s best that the professionals step in! Sometimes things are just beyond repair, at least on your end (we kid, we kid)! But a professional steam cleaning company, like The Steam Team, can come to your home and give you a hand with those stains and anything else you might need (we can clean flooring, surfaces, draperies, upholstery… the list goes on and on!). You’ll simply be amazed at the results!

Trust The Steam Team with all of your cleaning needs and you won’t regret it! Just give us a call today. We can come out, inspect your home, and restore it to its original condition- that means that those pesky stains will disappear under our care- and you won’t have to lift a finger! View our services here or give us a call whenever you’re in need!

A Quick Guide to Cleaning Your Drapery

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Although curtains, blinds, and other window treatments are usually the last thing on your mind (even when cleaning), they easily gather dirt, dust, and other grime just as quickly as anything else. How often you clean your window treatments depends on how quickly you notice your house gets dirty in general, right? Here’s a quick guide to help you best maintain your drapery and other window treatments. Check out our testimonials at The Steam Team of Austin, Texas. 

Take a Close Look at the Material

Believe it or not, the material of your window treatments will determine how often they need to be cleaned and just how to clean them. For every material, be sure to check the care instructions before using any cleaning product or method on it.

The Material Determines the Cleaning Method

For most draperies, we recommend steam cleaning the material. Since steam cleaning doesn’t use any harsh chemicals, most fabrics and other materials can withstand (and benefit from) a thorough steam clean. For sheer material and other thin fabrics, it’s best to call in the professionals. On the other hand, if you’re dealing with heavier materials that are pretty thick, it’s a good idea to phone the professionals, too. It takes the entire task right off your hands, you know the job will get done right, and you know the job will be done well.

In most cases, steam cleaning is your best option for those semi-annual thorough cleanings. Here at The Steam Team, we specialize in steam cleaning upholstery, flooring, and yes -- even those custom window treatments. Our technicians are highly trained professionals that use only the latest equipment in the industry. If you haven’t paid attention to your drapes recently, now’s the perfect time! Give us a call today to set up an appointment with one of our experienced technicians who will walk you through our process and advise you on the what the best care for your home would be.