{"id":25051,"date":"2020-05-20T18:21:56","date_gmt":"2020-05-21T01:21:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/?p=25051"},"modified":"2020-05-20T18:52:52","modified_gmt":"2020-05-21T01:52:52","slug":"how-to-kill-germs-in-carpet-to-reduce-your-familys-risk-of-illness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/?p=25051","title":{"rendered":"How to Kill Germs in Carpet to Reduce Your Family\u2019s Risk of Illness"},"content":{"rendered":"
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At this very moment, everyone around the world is practicing responsible social distancing in a collective effort to prevent the spread of germs. Although these times can feel uncertain and create anxiety, for most it is reassuring to digitally connect with friends and family and safely quarantine in the comfort of your home.<\/p>\n

How are you passing the time together as a family? Maybe you\u2019re letting the kids learn a few new meals and try their hand as cooks in the kitchen. Perhaps you\u2019re planning new home improvement projects together and taking everyone\u2019s vote! You are most certainly watching movies, Netflix, Disney+, and taking turns holding the remote.<\/p>\n

During this time, it\u2019s important to prevent bacteria and germs from lingering on surfaces and floors. With often touched objects in your home like door knobs and appliances, it\u2019s easy to disinfect them with certain approved chemical sprays and wipes, but many people are starting to ask: how do we reduce our family\u2019s risk of illness if we have soft carpet in our homes? The following steps will help you clean your carpet and kill germs as part of a greater effort to disinfect your home and protect your loved ones.<\/p>\n

Can Carpet Make You Sick?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Soft carpeting is cherished for its warmth, cushion, and luxurious feel underfoot. As you watch your family spend time together watching TV, reading, playing with pets, and playing with puzzles, games, and toys, it\u2019s great to know there\u2019s a soft landing place for every kind of activity.<\/p>\n

However, if your carpet isn\u2019t regularly and properly vacuumed, then dust, dirt and pet dander may accumulate in your carpet. Also, in all homes it\u2019s possible for germs to linger on surfaces. So while carpet itself will not make you sick, it\u2019s important to keep your carpet clean, and if you are worried about germs, you\u2019ll need to add the additional step of disinfecting your carpet per instructions below from the CDC. Let\u2019s start with the multiple methods of cleaning your carpet.<\/p>\n

Select the Right Vacuum Cleaner<\/strong><\/div>\n

When it comes to\u00a0choosing the right vacuum for your carpet<\/a>, you can\u2019t just select from a leading vacuum brand and assume that it will be the best at removing dirt and dander. Just because a high-end model has superior suction power or functions as a robotic vacuum cleaner, that does not mean it will be most effective. Vacuum cleaners that are not adjustable to accommodate different carpet heights are not recommended.<\/p>\n

Always look for a vacuum cleaner that is certified by the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) Seal of Approval\/Green Label Vacuum Cleaner Program when purchasing a new model. If you like the current model you own, just make sure that it is a good match for your carpet to create the most effective airflow. Here are some key points to consider when selecting the right vacuum cleaner:<\/p>\n