As with any purchase of a textile material, the appearance retention and durability of carpeting is governed by the care and attention it receives during its lifetime. Please remember that the wearing, indoors, of rubber soled shoes and trainers can cause extra wear; similarly, stilettos and metal tipped heels can also present a hazard to your carpeting.

Top 5 tips for Keeping your carpet looking great

Penthouse Carpets are made to last, but the importance of a regular cleaning or maintenance schedule cannot be over emphasised. Follow our top tips below to get the most from your new carpet.

  1. Use an upright vacuum cleaner with beater bar attachment two or three times a week.
  2. Tackle stains quickly and correctly.
  3. Place mats at each entrance to reduce the amount of dirt and soil brought into the room. Avoid rubber backed mats, as the backing can cause discolouration.
  4. Remove outdoor shoes when entering the room.
  5. Sunlight can cause discolouration. Close curtains where possible to help shade the carpet from extreme direct sunlight.
Choosing the Correct Vacuum for Your Carpet

Use the correct vacuum for your carpet

Loop Pile Carpet

Vacuum loop pile carpets with a cylinder cleaner using the suction head only. Do not use a beater bar/head or a brush head – as these are likely to get caught on the carpet and lift fibres creating piling, or worse could create pulls.

Loop Pile Carpet
Cut Pile Carpet

Vacuum a cut pile carpet an upright vacuum cleaner. It’s OK to use with a beater bar/head and brush. You can use a cylinder vacuum if required, simply select a similar head attachment.

Cut Pile Carpet