XL North is always on the lookout for new advancements in the commercial floor care industry that can help our customers achieve better results. While using foam detergent as a cleaning method has been around for quite some time, the chemistry and process used to create foam has changed greatly over the decades. Recent improvements in technology have made foam a game changer when it comes to cleaning carpet. Here’s why.
Foam enhances the suspension of soils and increases the interfacial tension between the soil and carpet fiber. You can visibly see soils suspended in foam. That alone increases a floor care technician’s cleaning ability and decreases their amount of time needed to clean. Some additional benefits of foam cleaning include:
To understand foam cleaning, you need to know the science behind the power of foam. You’ve certainly seen foam used at car washes, in your washing machine, and in hand soap. There’s a reason why other cleaning industries have made the switch. Detergents contain surfactants. Surfactant is an acronym for surface active agent, and it’s the component in detergents that’s responsible for the detergent’s ability to remove soil. Surfactants only work at the interface between a liquid and a gas (air) or any hydrophobic (water-resistant) material, such as oil.
Do carpet cleaning foams actually work? We’ve had feedback from many customers saying that in most cases, these cleaning foams don’t work in removing the stain and can also tend to trap more dirt and grease. Many agree that using household remedies can work better.
4. Rinse sponge or cloth and repeat as necessary. Allow fabric to dry thoroughly before use.
Resolve® Heavy Traffic Foam Carpet Cleaner delivers high powered foaming action that lifts tough messes away. It enhances your vacuuming routine with 5X benefits vs. vacuuming alone:
3. Gently blot area with a clean, damp, colorfast sponge or cloth. Rub gently if required. DO NOT OVERWET FABRICS. Hint: To avoid rings, clean entire section where soil occurs.
This is a perfect solution to deep clean wide areas easily, plus it helps prevent resoiling. Try it with Resolve® Easy Clean Brushing Kit and you will get the job done in no time. Safe to use on wool, nylon, and stain-resistant carpet.
1. SHAKE CAN WELL. Hold can upside down about 2 feet above carpet. Spray foam evenly over a 3-foot square area.
So why does foam clean better than a liquid?
With foam, the gas interface is more than 100x that of a liquid. It covers a much greater surface area and exponentially increases the detergent’s effectiveness. Foam is also odorless and eliminates the chemical smell that can occur when detergents are sprayed on carpet in liquid form.
For carpet cleaning, there are a few different foaming systems to choose from, but we’ve found that the Fast Foamer by Foaming Floors is a state-of-the-art system that offers the best process and technology available. Fast Foamer provides a more efficient cleaning process vs. traditional liquid low moisture cleaning by:
- Allowing a more even detergent application method for technicians so there is little to no waste
- Combining the application and agitation steps of carpet cleaning into one process saving time and technician fatigue
- Eliminating water faucet trips by utilizing a larger tank that doesn’t require multiple refills
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FAQ
Does dry foam carpet cleaning work?
How long does foam carpet cleaner take to dry?
What type of carpet cleaning is most effective?
Can you use foam cleaner on carpet?
Does foam carpet cleaner damage carpet?
It doesn’t damage the carpet as it cleans, making it soft on our toes. As reviewed, the best foam carpet cleaner is the Shouts for Pets Carpet Cleaning by SC Johnson. It has a Pro-Strength formula that works well with hard-to-remove stains without damaging the carpet.
How to choose a foam carpet cleaner?
First and foremost, before you choose the foam carpet cleaner that would fit your needs, you must first determine the cleaning methods you will be using in cleaning your carpets – dry extraction, dry foam, and vacuum-. 2. Ask for recommendations
How do you clean a carpet with foam?
1. SHAKE CAN WELL. Hold can upside down about 2 feet above carpet. Spray foam evenly over a 3-foot square area. 2. Work the foam into carpet in two directions using a damp, colorfast mop. 3. Repeat steps 1&2 until the entire area is cleaned. 4. When dry, vacuum thoroughly to remove dried foam and loosened dirt. 1.
Does foam clean rugs?
The foam formula cleans and eliminates odors, and it’s three times more effective than vacuuming alone. It even has a special conditioning agent that helps soften your rug and ingredients to help prevent future stains.