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Could you please give me some information on cleaning seagrass carpets.
Can I use a normal carpet soil extraction machine ?. and what sort of shampoo should I use.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Thank you for your help.
John Goodwin
John Goodwin at July 26, 2007 05:54 AM
Posted by: John Goodwin at July 26, 2007 05:54 AMSeagrass carpets and mats are easy to clean and care for, making them a great choice for many homes and offices. Some manufacturers say they aren't good for use in bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms or in the basement, while others say with care they can be used there too.
The best way to clean them is with your vacuum. You want to avoid soaking them with water. These kinds of carpets aren't really made to be cleaned like conventional carpets are, but regular and frequent vacuuming should keep them clean.
When liquids are spilled, be sure to dab (don't rub or scrub) it up quickly, partially to keep the liquid from soaking in and partially to keep it from leaving a water mark or water ring/stain. If the spot is stubborn, use a light vinegar water solution to gently dab at the spot. Let it dry. Repeat until the spot is out.
If the carpet or mat gets a solid (like food or powdered substance) stuck to it, use a spoon to scrape the solid off, starting at the edge and working your way in to the center of the spill. Don't get these kinds of spills wet because it will probably make it worse.
A seagrass carpet is quite durable and hold up to traffic and normal wear-and-tear well. They prefer more humid climates over dry climates because the moisture helps keep the fibers strong and resilient.
The Flooring Lady at July 26, 2007 10:38 AM
Posted by: The Flooring Lady at July 26, 2007 10:38 AMcould you please show me some pictures of the sea grass matting, and tell me where to buy it and the cost
jennifer at August 6, 2007 04:33 PM
Posted by: jennifer at August 6, 2007 04:33 PMThere are lots of resources for sea grass matting and carpeting. The best way to find what you are looking for is to use your favorite browser (mine is Google) and search for seagrass matting or carpet.
The Flooring Lady at August 7, 2007 03:02 PM
Posted by: The Flooring Lady at August 7, 2007 03:02 PMWhat type of padding do you recommend for a wall to wall installation?
Jason at August 31, 2007 06:46 AM
Posted by: Jason at August 31, 2007 06:46 AMI personally prefer natural padding like rubber, but at this time natural products don't hold up in high traffic areas like synthetic padding does. Check out a couple of articles on padding: http://www.theflooringlady.com/carpet_pads.html and http://www.theflooringlady.com/carpet_pad.html
So, depending on where you have your sea grass carpeting, you have the option of natural materials or synthetic (and a recycled synthetic could be a good environmental option).
The Flooring Lady at August 31, 2007 07:56 AM
Posted by: The Flooring Lady at August 31, 2007 07:56 AMWe have wall to wall seagrass in our dining and livingrooms. Our dog just urinated and had diaherea on the carpet. How should I go about cleaning it? Thanks!
Jennife Driscoll at January 8, 2008 10:09 AM
Posted by: Jennife Driscoll at January 8, 2008 10:09 AMYou'll have to be careful so you don't damage the carpet in an effort to clean it. Blot the liquids up as much as possible with absorbent towels, after removing the solids. You may have to let the diarrhea dry so you can scrape it more effectively than if you tackle it while it's damp.
Once you have the bulk of this accident cleaned up use soap and water to gently clean up the rest of the stains. Don't scrub, only blot. A brush may be needed to get any matted materials out, but then resort to blotting.
If you can't get stains out with traditional soap and water try StainSolver made into a dilute slurry that will sit on the stains for a few hours. You may want to test this approach in a discrete location to make sure the carpet won't be damaged more, but generally StainSolver is good on this kind of material. After the slurry has sat there for a few hours gently mop it up and rinse carefully -- don't get the carpet too wet, just enough water to remove the solution and dirt.
The Flooring Lady at January 8, 2008 10:48 AM
Posted by: The Flooring Lady at January 8, 2008 10:48 AMMy dog defecated on my seagrass rug. It was too soft to pick up completely so some got stuck in between the fibers. I used oxyclean and water to try and get it out, and now I have an even bigger mess. I used a brush to scrub in the solution, then ran a wet white wash rag over the stain. The towel was turning brown, so I thought the stain was coming up, but this morning after it dried, it is YELLOW! The stain went from a small brown spot to a larger yellow spot. I guess the oxyclean- water combination stained/ bleached the seagrass?? Is there any way to reverse the effects that a water-oxyclean solution has caused. I hate to lose my rug.
Stephanie
Stephanie at January 25, 2008 10:26 AM
Posted by: Stephanie at January 25, 2008 10:26 AM
Bummer! I understand the challenge of knowing when to clean poop from fibers so balance it smearing into the fibers more vs letting them get further attached. So, what to do about the oxy-clean damage?
Could you try to make a dye solution that's the same color as your carpet and gently brush it onto the stain/spot? You would want to feather the edges beyond the stain so there's not an obvious ring. I don't know if you can match it well enough, but it's worth a try.
Have you gotten the flecks of dried feces from the carpet? Be sure to have it as clean as you want it before trying to repair the damage. But you already knew that.
The Flooring Lady at January 25, 2008 12:40 PM
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