What am I expecting when I want to schedule a carpet cleaning service?

When you schedule a carpet cleaner to come out to your house, what should you expect? Often it is a mystery as to what you will be getting and if it will be worth your money.

Sure, you might pay less for a budget cleaner to come out and service your carpet, but are their cleaning systems CLEANING your floors, or is the work done merely a placebo? At Clean As A Whistle, we take pride in educating our clients about our services and what to expect when the cleaning van shows up at your door! Continue reading

The beauty of natural stone!

Limestone. Marble. Travertine. Slate. Granite. Terrazzo.

Natural stone has seen a growth in popularity in homes and commercial buildings. Stone is characterized in that no two pieces of natural stone look alike. They can have variation in color and/or veining from tile to tile or slab to slab. For this reason, the beauty and individuality that stone can bring a room or area is highly sought after.

But many misconceptions about this beautiful natural product do remain, especially in the area of maintenance. What are they? Continue reading

Some tips for Oriental & Area Rug Care!

Woven rugs, especially hand knotted rugs are designed to hide dry soil. A few years ago, the Eureka company did a study and found that a 9′ x 12′ could hide 87 pounds of dirt!

The beauty and life of handmade rugs depend largely on cleanliness and care. Handmade rugs can last for centuries in good condition, give remarkably long service, and age beautifully with proper care. How can you ensure that your investment remains vibrant for many years to come? Continue reading