Author Archives: Isuru Hewapathirana

What is hot water extraction? If you’ve never heard the term ‘hot water extraction’ in relation to carpet cleaning then don’t worry you’re certainly not alone. However I bet you’ve heard of steam cleaning? In truth they’re one and the same only other companies decided that ‘steam cleaning’ sounded better. The funny thing is that […]

In our industry we hear all sorts of misconceptions regarding carpet cleaning and upholstery, so we thought we’d take this opportunity to shed some light on them to help you make an informed decision. 1. Carpets and/or upholstery should only be cleaned when they’re really dirty or it can cause them to age We can […]

Over-wetting Your Carpets can cause costly Dangers.Over-wetting was somewhat of a common problem back in the day when carpet cleaning equipment was far less sophisticated and chemicals were harsh. The problem is that despite advancements in technology it’s still a frequent occurrence but this time for different reasons. Many’s a time we’ve been called out […]

Last week we wrote about how to clean your carpet using household methods, today we thought it was a good idea to give you some hints and tips on how to keep your carpet looking good. There’s no getting away from the fact that a clean carpet lasts longer, so hey…by following some of these […]

Arguably one of the most neglected aspects of our homes areour carpets. We stand all over them, walk across them, and in the case of kids, crawl all over them. Of course, carpets are designed to take such abuse but it’s nice on occasions to give some love back to your carpet by giving it […]

As professional carpet cleaners, we’re always hearing the terms ‘steam cleaning’ and ‘hot water extraction’ being used interchangeably as if they were one and the same thing. The truth is that they are two entirely different processes. Here at Carpet Cleaning Kings, we use the method of hot water extraction to clean carpets and get […]

Dirty Carpets makes you sick, The majority of people get their dirty carpet cleaned for no other reason than it looks dirty. Once their cream carpet has turned a dingy grey, then they’re on the phone booking a carpet cleaner. However, the real reason why a carpet should be cleaned isn’t for aesthetics but for […]

If you’re wondering how on earth you can possibly make money when you’re not even a carpet cleaner then the answer lies in the way you look to sell your home. If you’ve ever read the tips of maximizing your house value on a Real Estate’s website or watched any of the property shows on […]

At Carpet Cleaning Kings we’ve been in the industry for decades and during this time it’s fair to say that we’ve encountered all manner of carpets. Obviously when we clean a carpet for a customer we bring our state-of-art-equipment, and this coupled with the knowledge of our highly trained technicians, delivers an end result that’s […]

Just like a scratch on the paintwork of your new car, a burn or stain on your prize carpet is going to fray nerves. However, with a little know-how and plenty of ingenuity, it might be possible to have your carpet looking like new with a spot of carpet patching. Here’s how… The shaving method […]