You are likely to have invested a considerable amount of money in the carpets that you selected for your home, so there’s no surprise that you want to make sure that they last for as long as possible. The question is, how exactly do you go about optimizing the lifespan of your carpets? Here’s everything that you need to know. 

The good news is that carpets require far less maintenance than many other flooring alternatives. However, you do still need to keep them clean. Most people prefer to do this by vacuuming at least a few times a week to help lift away any dirt, dust, or fur build-up. It is also recommended to spot clean as required. You might notice that certain parts of your carpets get dirtier than others and that spot cleaning is necessary to keep the carpet consistent in color for the most pleasing aesthetic. 

Too much sunlight is a big no-no, especially if you have invested in colorful or patterned carpets. This is because sunlight is often responsible for premature color fading. Luckily, there are two possible solutions to investigate in this regard. Firstly, it is a good idea to purchase block-out curtains that you can keep closed when the sunlight is at its most intense throughout the day. Alternatively, you can look into ultraviolet-blocking window coatings. It is also worthwhile to select neutral or pastel-colored carpets for rooms with larger windows, reserving the brighter options for the darker rooms of the house. 

Foot traffic is certain to reduce the lifespan of your carpets – especially if everyone is trudging over them with their shoes on! The soles of most shoes tend to have rather rough indents, which can cause harm to the soft fibers of a carpet. Plus, shoes are known to track in copious amounts of dirt and debris, often leaving your carpets looking dirty and dingy in a much shorter space of time in between cleanings. As such, it is best to implement a ‘no shoes’ policy in your home or, at the very least, place mats outside your front and back doors so that people can wipe their shoes off before entering. 

Vacuuming and spot cleaning isn’t enough to keep your carpets in good condition for an extended period of time. You will also need to have them professionally cleaned at least every six – 12 months. Do some research into the best carpet cleaning Hampstead companies and enjoy the end result of a good steam cleaning and deodorizing session. 

It is important to move the items around regularly if you have placed heavy furniture on top of your carpets. This can help to prevent permanent flattening of the fibers. An interesting hack is to place ice cubes on top of any portions of the carpet that have been flattened – the moisture will be absorbed by the fibers, and they should quickly perk back up. 

Here’s to carpets that look as good as new for at least 15 years and beyond!