How to Properly Clean and Care for Velvet Upholstery

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

What you need to know about the Cleanup of Tear Gas

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

Hints and Tips for Cleaning Dye Stains from Carpet and Upholstery

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