Nice weather brings pothole patching, driveway paving and crack sealing to a peak here in the Pocono Mountains of Northeastern PA. Once again residents have to deal with fresh tar being tracked into their homes and onto the carpet. A few simple household items can help clean up the mess. Tar is a sticky subject … Read more
The term “Velvet” refers to a smooth, woven tufted fabric which is traditionally made from Silk. Other fibers such as cotton, wool, rayon, polyester and nylon can also used. Constructed using special looms, the local carpet cleaner offering furniture and upholstery cleaning may not fully understand “how to clean Velvet Upholstery”. Always consult any tags … Read more
While working in Mountain Top, PA last week I was presented with a fabric upholstered ottoman which I determined to be a cotton blend. The customer’s son had broken a Halloween toy containing a red dye causing a 3 inch diameter red stain on the top of the stool. After inspecting the piece thoroughly, the … Read more