The following carpet care program will only be effective if started on a new carpet or one which has been restored by a good professional clean.

1.Quality walk-off mats are recommended at entrances to reduce dirt and kitchen grease being walked into fitted carpets. To remain effective, clean these mats regularly and replace when necessary.

2.Vacuum your carpet thoroughly and more frequently in well used areas to prevent soil from settling into the pile. Ensure that your vacuum cleaner is well maintained and that the bag is changed regularly.

3.Remove spills and marks immediately, prompt action will prevent the spillage from penetrating the fibre and becoming fixed. Refer to our guide for spot cleaning and our spot removal chart. Maintain heavy traffic routes with Nouwens carpet cleaning powder from time to time. (Capture and Duo Powder may also be used)

4.If the above care is taken, your need for professional cleaning will be far less. However, do not wait until your carpet becomes too dirty before arranging a general clean by a reputable professional cleaner.

*Remember that soil resistance treatments such as Easicare are most effective if regular and correct maintenance procedures are followed.

**Should you be unsure of, or unsuccessful with a treatment, please consult a professional before you do irreparable damage to your carpet.

***Complete Basic Nouwens Carpet Care Kits are available from selected Nouwens Appointed Dealers on our web register.

PROFESSIONAL CARPET CARE
A well maintained carpet would require deep cleaning every year or two and these chemicals and machines are best left to reputable professionals. The most common method is hot water injection and extraction (often called steam cleaning). Carried out properly, it restores life to the carpet by removing ingrained dirt and by lifting flattened pile fibres. Ask for the approximate drying time and when you can safely use the carpets again. Try to select a warm, sunny day for cleaning, which should be done as early as possible in the day.

NOUWENS EASI-CARE PROTECTION

Nouwens Easi-Care carpet protector is applied during the manufacturing process and heat cured for durability. We use an environmentally friendly foam application method which reduces water and chemical wastage and ensures that this product meets the high Nouwens quality performance standards. Our Easi-Care treatment forms an invisible, durable shield around each fibre to help against everyday spills, and provides resistance to spills and soiling.

1. EASI-CARE RESISTS SOIL
   Dry soil does not adhere readily to treated fibres making
   regular routine maintenance and vacuuming more effective.
   
2. EASI-CARE CLEANS EASILY
   Stains and spills can be more easily removed.
   
3. EASI-CARE PRESERVES APPEARANCE
   The above means that everyday dirt is more easily removed, which keeps a carpet looking new for longer.