At The Upholstery Cleaning Co., we don't just clean upholstery, we're your one-stop shop for a truly fresh home environment. That includes your carpets! Today, we're diving into the world of hot water extraction carpet cleaning, a powerful method to leave your carpets sparkling clean and allergen-free.

Ah, the joy of entertaining! But spills happen, and when it comes to colourful drinks like cordials and wine, they can leave unwelcome souvenirs on your carpets and upholstery. Understanding the "why" behind the stain and the cleaning challenges involved can help you tackle these spills effectively.

The Sneaky Science Behind Tea & Coffee Stains: Why They Conquer Carpets and Upholstery (and How to Fight Back!)

The battle against pet urine stains on carpets is undoubtedly a formidable one. Their complex composition, pH dynamics, ability to penetrate deeply, and the challenge of effectively addressing both staining and odour contribute to the difficulty of removal.

Daily use, pets, food & drink spills, sweat and body oils - these build up over the months and years. Dust and soiling, Skin cells, hair, clothing fibres, bacteria, dust mites, bits of dead bugs, soil particles, pollen, and microscopic specks of plastic - all these are in our homes and workplaces.

Even though leather is a very hard-wearing material, skin cells, hair, clothing fibres, bacteria, dust mites, bits of dead bugs, soil particles, pollen, and microscopic specks of plastic - all these combine with our own (and our pets) natural skin and body oils to cause a build up of soiling over the months & years.

While leathers may seem similar on the surface, not all leathers are created equal! Leather can vary greatly in quality, as well as how it looks, feels and performs.

We’ve shared some info about the different types of leather, and how to select the right one for you and how you plan to use it.

'Bleach' is the generic name for any chemical product that is used industrially and domestically to remove colour from a fabric or fibre, OR to clean or to remove stains ('bleaching'). It's widely used in a lot of cleaning products around the home - and as a powerful stain remover.