Spring is known throughout history and in most cultures as a time for purification, renewal and rejuvenation. Aside from all the religious and pagan rituals citing spring as a time for purification, health should be a main reason for having your carpet and upholstery professionally cleaned. After being cooped up with winters accumulating soil and … Read more
Fuzzy looking balls that appear on the surface of fabric upholstery are a condition known as “pilling”. Pilling can happen to the most expensive fabric as well as the cheapest. Usually pilling cannot be cleaned away but may be the result of improper cleaning along with other factors. Have no fear though, there is a … Read more
The term “Velvet” refers to a smooth, woven tufted fabric which is traditionally made from Silk. Other fibers such as cotton, wool, rayon, polyester and nylon can also used. Constructed using special looms, the local carpet cleaner offering furniture and upholstery cleaning may not fully understand “how to clean Velvet Upholstery”. Always consult any tags … Read more
With the increased illegal drug dealing and crime activity here in Northeast Pennsylvania, especially in Hazleton PA, landlords and property managers are being subjected to damage and clean up from tear gas used by the Police and other law enforcement agencies. This noxious substance can continue to cause problems even after months of its deployment … Read more
While working in Mountain Top, PA last week I was presented with a fabric upholstered ottoman which I determined to be a cotton blend. The customer’s son had broken a Halloween toy containing a red dye causing a 3 inch diameter red stain on the top of the stool. After inspecting the piece thoroughly, the … Read more