How Dry Carpet Cleaning Works

The dry carpet cleaning process uses a cleaning powder, slightly moistened with just the right amount of detergent and wetting agents it is sprinkled over a carpet. The GEN4 CRB (counter-rotating brush) machine is then used to agitate the granules deep into the carpet pile, which get straight to work to absorb dirt and deodorise the floor. Once complete, these granules are then vacuumed away leaving behind a dry, clean carpet, ready for immediate use.

No downtime

One of the main benefits of the dry carpet cleaning process is the rapid drying time – a significant factor for busy homes as well as businesses and facilities. Dry carpet cleaning is exactly that, it cleans carpets whilst keeping them dry. This method is extremely popular with those that require a quick turnaround as carpets are cleaned and can then be put back into immediate use. Traditional wet cleaning can require anything up to 48 hours to fully dry – meaning sections of a building must be fenced off or closed completely until dry.

No sticky residue or water marks

Wet carpet cleaning uses vast quantities of water. By using such a volume of water, the operator risks causing water damage to furniture, fixtures and of course the carpet itself. As no water or heavy liquid detergents are applied with a dry carpet cleaning powder there is no risk of watermarks or sticky residue being left behind.

Shrinkage and expansion

Some types of carpet are at risk of shrinkage or expansion. This is caused by sudden dramatic changes to its temperature and moisture content. Dry carpet cleaning adds very little extra moisture to a carpet. It is always room temperature so the risk of any type of shrinkage/expansion is zero.

Mildew or mould

When there is a lot of moisture and limited ventilation/poor drying conditions mould or mildew can become a problem. Not only can this be costly but can also pose as a health risk to customers and staff. There is no risk of mould or mildew when dry carpet cleaning. In fact, the Cleantec dry carpet cleaning system uses environmentally responsible products. Indoor air quality is never compromised.

Suitable for all carpet types

Unlike wet methods, the dry carpet cleaning powder is suitable for all carpet types. So whether you’re cleaning on raised office flooring, commercial carpet tiles, Persian rugs, sisal or wool. You will always be able to carry out your carpet maintenance using this product. Our carpet cleaning products have also passed the rigorous independent tests of the Woolsafe board. They carry the ‘suitable for use on wool’ as well as the ‘suitable for use on synthetic fibres’ endorsements. Something you are unlikely to see with other methods.