When your carpets are struggling with spills and the elements, it can be hard not to panic. We love carpets too here at Aquamist! In our last post, we told you about three household substances/chemicals that you ought to stay away from at all costs. Those are some of the more frequent offenders … [Read more...] about 6 Household Products You Should Avoid Using On Your Carpets – Part 2
6 Household Products You Should Avoid Using On Your Carpets – Part 1
Your home’s carpets are no stranger to spills and accidents. These things happen, especially if your flooring and carpeting have young children or pets to contend with. At the end of the day, though it’s “just stuff” and “these things happen”, you still want to ensure that your carpets are getting … [Read more...] about 6 Household Products You Should Avoid Using On Your Carpets – Part 1
Why DIY Carpet Cleaning Isn’t Your Best Option
Do it yourself is exciting, but is it the smartest choice? Doing research about better caring for your home, office, or building is always a good thing. YouTube has become a staple in instructional DIY videos lately, and this is often a great time-saver. We don’t see DIY as competition here at … [Read more...] about Why DIY Carpet Cleaning Isn’t Your Best Option
5 Signs Your Carpet Might Need To Be Replaced
Here at Aquamist, we’re all about ensuring your carpets remain in tip-top condition. We take great pride in our work and in the satisfaction our customers all take in said result. Though we’ve been Victoria’s favourite carpet cleaning specialists for nearly thirty years, sometimes even we can’t … [Read more...] about 5 Signs Your Carpet Might Need To Be Replaced
Home Remedy for Cleaning Cat Urine from Your Carpet
It's quite likely that if you've stumbled upon this article, you most likely find yourself in the one of the following scenarios: You recently acquired your first kitten. You recently saved a stray. You recently brought a newborn home. You recently moved to a new home. Your in-laws moved are … [Read more...] about Home Remedy for Cleaning Cat Urine from Your Carpet
What is the Best Vacuum for Asthma and Allergy Sufferers
In our previous article we discussed how carpets can actually be very helpful for those suffering with Asthma and Allergies. But the caveat is that you need to keep your carpets clean for them to function properly. Naturally, this raises the question: what IS the best vacuum for those suffering with … [Read more...] about What is the Best Vacuum for Asthma and Allergy Sufferers
Asthma, Allergies and Carpets In The Home
If you suffer from asthma or allergies, then no doubt at some point in your life you’ve been told to avoid carpets in your home. Actually, this was bad advice, and the opposite is true. Numerous studies have shown that carpets that are cleaned regularly can actually help reduce the symptoms of … [Read more...] about Asthma, Allergies and Carpets In The Home
Moving? 7 Tips To Get Your Damage Deposit Back
You’ve likely heard: The rental market in Victoria is hot right now. Finding a place to live can be stressful to say the least. When you’re competing with several others for a rental location, a good reference from a previous landlord can be the difference between getting the place you want, or not. … [Read more...] about Moving? 7 Tips To Get Your Damage Deposit Back
Best Ways to Clean Furniture
It is used and abused on a daily basis but is often overlooked at house cleaning time. Furniture is a major financial investment and should be a priority when it comes to routine household maintenance. Retain the new appearance and extend the life of your furniture with minimal effort and a schedule … [Read more...] about Best Ways to Clean Furniture