How do you care for and clean window treatments to ensure longevity? Window treatments can be one of the most unique and expensive elements in any room, but oftentimes they receive little care. As a homeowner, you need to be aware of the three sources of problems for window treatments that are difficult to correct. 1. Moisture Condensation and water leaks from opened or damaged windows can ruin draperies. Depending on the fiber content, shrinking an ringing can be severe and sometimes permanent. You’ll want to check the seals and edges of windows regularly to make sure there is no moisture. Food and drink stains can occur on draperies too.…

How Do You Protect Upholstery Fabric From Fading? Natural sunlight makes any room feel more luxurious. It can brighten colors and even create the illusion of a larger space. However sunlight can cause your finest fabrics to fade over time. Is it possible to protect your fine furniture from fading? Testing Anti-Fading Fabric Treatments Our Fiber-Seal did extensive testing to determine the validity of the claims made by “anti-fading” fabric treatment that are currently on the market. One company claimed that their product reduces fading up to 40%. Tests were conducted using a Xenon Arc lamp, which comes the closest to duplicating natural sunlight. Results of the test showed that…

Bissell Carpet Cleaning Machine versus Professional Carpet Cleaning Let’s look at the Pro’s and Con’s if you either buy or rent a Bissell Carpet Cleaning Machine versus getting a professional service like Fine Fabric Care. Pros of a Professional If you hire a professional, it is the most expedient solution to your problem. They come in, clean your carpet and they are gone.  This gives you time to do other things around the house. They have better equipment than you can buy or rent. They are experienced at what they do. You are not. Cons It might cost a little more to have someone else do it. Pros of a…