5 Tips for Vacuuming Your House

Vacuuming is a chore frequently done around the house. Most of us have already developed our vacuuming routines, and it has evolved into a mindless task that we do without thinking about. The problem with doing this is that we are not operating as efficiently as possible. Use the tips below for a cleaner, more beautiful carpet in your home.

Shoe Control

As the old adage goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. A great way to reduce the amount of vacuuming you have to do is by minimizing how dirty your carpets get to begin with. Place mats outside of all of your home’s exterior doors and install a strict “no shoe” policy for yourself, your family, and your guests.

Third Time’s a Charm

Studies have shown that vacuuming a spot on the carpet one time is not nearly as effective as many times. You don’t have to go overboard with this, but passing over the same spot three or four times before moving on will help keep your carpet clean for longer.

Slow and Steady

We can all list 100 things we would rather do than vacuum our carpet, but racing through the process isn’t going to help anybody. When you vacuum at the speed of a NASCAR driver, you are not giving the vacuum cleaner a chance to pick up all of the dirt and dust lodged in your carpet. Take it down a notch and vacuum at a slower, more leisurely pace.

Prep the Room

Before you begin vacuuming, it is a good idea to prep the room first. Move furniture, tables, and other large objects to give you access to the entire carpet. Do a quick scan of the floor; looking for pennies, paperclips, and other items that will damage the vacuum cleaner if sucked up.

Vacuum Often

The best way to keep your carpet looking like new is by cleaning it frequently. It doesn’t have to be every day (although sometimes it is recommended if you have pets which shed a lot), but making a commitment to vacuum once per week will extend the life of your carpet and maintain its beautiful appearance for years.

Avoid Vacuuming Altogether

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