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Carpet Cleaning - Dry Powder


In the dry powder method, absorbent granules
containing dry cleaning solvent are sprinkled over a
section of carpet and worked into the pile by mechanical
or hand brush. The dry cleaning solvent dissolves oils
and greasy soil. These are then absorbed by the granules.
When thoroughly dry, the carpet is vacuumed. A powerful
vacuum is essential for total removal of cleaning
granules. An example of a dry powder product is Glamorene
Dry Cleaner.

Advantages
-short drying time
-good for delicate and non-colorfast carpets
-relatively inexpensive
-effective for spot cleaning

Disadvantages
-less effective on heavy soil or water-base soil
-complete granule removal may be a problem
-dry cleaning solvent can evaporate in storage
-not recommended for shag carpet
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