Fibre protection treats the individual fibers of upholstery and carpets. Sometimes people think protectors completely seal fibres and basically form a force field around them that will prevent all stains and marks. But that’s not the case.
Instead, they make carpets and upholstery easier to keep clean and looking newer for longer. When spills happen, you have more time to clean them up. The fabrics become less prone to stains and are easier to professionally clean. Protectors also help your vacuum work better on carpets.
In short, you would much rather have it than not.
It’s an Added Layer of Defence
The protection treatment is designed to make fibres more resistant to oily spills and liquids. People often look for “beading” – where liquid balls up on the surface – to see if fabric is protected. But beading usually only happens not long after treatment. It can go away once furniture gets used, even though the protection remains. How tight the fabric is woven also impacts beading a lot. The lack of visible beading doesn’t mean the fibres aren’t safeguarded.
Easier To Keep Clean
Protection treatments make regular cleaning quicker and more successful. Carpets and upholstery release dirt and stains more readily when pre-treated with a protector. This goes for spot cleaning you do yourself and periodic deep cleaning by pros. Treatments also help carpets give up dry dirt more easily when vacuuming.
Makes Stains Less Permanent
Treating your carpets and upholstery makes spills less likely to permanently stain. When a spill occurs the treatment gives you time to clean it up before it sets in. Even if you don’t clean the spill right away a professional cleaner may still be able to remove it more easily.
Perform Maintenance Through Regular Vacuuming
To help carpet and upholstery treatments last it is advised to properly care for and maintain them is crucial. Make sure to vacuum high-traffic zones and entryways often.
It’s essential to frequently vacuum upholstery, especially in homes with shedding pets. Eliminating pet hair build-up is key. When hair and dry debris amass against fibres the risk of permanent stains from oily dirt rises.
Fast and Simple Application
The liquid formula allows for easy and efficient application that would typically be complete in 15 – 45 minutes depending on the amount of items you wanted protected. This provides a superior fabric care solution for immediate needs. The streamlined process fits conveniently into your schedule. Also, this quick-dry formula means you can use your fabrics within a few hours, thus saving you time.