My friend Dodi Thorhaug, a prominent realtor here on the North Shore was kind enough to share this very interesting article with me today. I thought I'd share it with the citizens of SmithWerks Nation as I come across homeowners all the time acting as general contractor and managing sub-trades. Thanks Dodi!
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/home-and-garden/renovations/planning/reno-coach-keeps-projects-in-the-ballpark/article1924599/
And remember, when it comes time to have your carpets and upholstery professionally cleaned, call SmithWerks Carpet Cleaning West Vancouver
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Susan McCart of Suze Interiors - Professional Stager
I'd like to introduce everyone to Susan McCart of Suze Interiors.
Suze’s passion and enthusiasm, combined with her creative style, drives her to create beautiful spaces that people fall in love with.
I, and a few of my clients, have had the pleasure of working with Susan and I have always been impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail.
She can be contacted as follows
e-mail: susan@suzeinteriors.ca
Remember, when it comes time to have your carpets or furniture professionally cleaned, call SmithWerks Carpet Cleaning West Vancouver.
Suze Interiors is an interior decorating, redesign and home staging business based in Vancouver, BC.
Suze McCart, the principal owner, is a Certified Interior Decorator, with a life-long passion for creating beautiful spaces to live and to sell.
Since graduating in 2006 with Honours, and receiving an Interior Decorating Diploma, Suze has been assisting home owners and realtors sell homes quickly and exceeding the return on their investment.
She also holds a Diploma in Hotel Management, through which many years in the industry has brought her exceptional customer service skills, her #1 priority.
I, and a few of my clients, have had the pleasure of working with Susan and I have always been impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail.
She can be contacted as follows
Suze Interiors
Suze McCart
Certified Interior Decorator and Home Stager
phone: 604.733.5015
mobile: 604.831.1671
fax: 604.733.5019
Certified Interior Decorator and Home Stager
phone: 604.733.5015
mobile: 604.831.1671
fax: 604.733.5019
Remember, when it comes time to have your carpets or furniture professionally cleaned, call SmithWerks Carpet Cleaning West Vancouver.
Monday, April 25, 2011
Removing Chocolate Stains from Carpet and Upholstery
Well, since it's Easter, no doubt, some of you are going to have problems with chocolate stains on your furniture and carpets. So, here are a couple of tips as to how to safely and quickly remove such blemishes from your world. Sorry, I can't help you with the several pounds you've added to your thighs as a result of this weekend's chocolate feast.
Carpet
Follow these steps to remove chocolate stains from Synthetic Carpet and Wool Carpet:
- Blot up or scrape as much of the excess as possible.
- To prevent setting stain, flush with club soda.
- Try an application of Folex Carpet Stain Remover or a concentrated solution of a non-alkali carpet cleaner..
After drying and vacuuming, if stain remains:
- Mix 1 tablespoon ammonia to 1 cup cool water and carefully drop small amounts onto the stain. (On wool carpets, test in an inconspicuous corner first, as ammonia can harm wool.)
- Blot with an absorbent pad.
- Flush or sponge carpeting with cool, clear water. It is important to remove all traces of ammonia.
- Place a clean absorbent pad or towel over the area and weigh it down or simple stand on the towel..
- When no more liquid is being absorbed, allow it to thoroughly air dry.
Upholstery
Chocolate and candy on big-ticket items like furniture and upholstery are best removed with a dash of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning fluid blotted on using a white paper towel, clean rag or cloth diaper.
Simply wet the stain with a small amount of either, then immediately blot dry. Check for remaining brown smudges. If any residue remains, repeat this step until the smudge disappears.
Simply wet the stain with a small amount of either, then immediately blot dry. Check for remaining brown smudges. If any residue remains, repeat this step until the smudge disappears.
And remember if you have any difficulty call SmithWerks Carpet Cleaning West Vancouver or SmithWerks Carpet Cleaning in North Vancouver. 604-924-0518
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Carpets and Asthma - Interesting Article
I came across this interesting article, I thought I'd share.
http://www.carpet-health.org/aa.asp
Remember, when it comes time to have your carpets and upholstery professionally cleaned call SmithWerks Vancouver Carpet Cleaning .
http://www.carpet-health.org/aa.asp
Remember, when it comes time to have your carpets and upholstery professionally cleaned call SmithWerks Vancouver Carpet Cleaning .
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
New Contest Announcement!!
SmithWerks Carpet Cleaning in West Vancouver is pleased to announce that we are running an exciting new contest! Go to our Facebook page and "Like" us. You'll be entered into our draw for a carpet cleaning package worth $139!!
You'll find other interesting tips on carpet and upholstery care as well as sale and contest announcements!
You'll find other interesting tips on carpet and upholstery care as well as sale and contest announcements!
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Good Riddance Professional Organizing Solutions - Their New Blog
My friends Susan Borax and Heather Knittel of Good Riddance Professional Organizing Solutions have let me know that they have a blog. It's great reading and full of useful information to help de-clutter your life and those of your loved ones.
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Remember, when it comes time to have your carpets professionally cleaned, call SmithWerks Carpet Cleaning West Vancouver
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Remember, when it comes time to have your carpets professionally cleaned, call SmithWerks Carpet Cleaning West Vancouver
Tips on Removing Pet Stains on Carpet
This is, by far, the most common stain issue we deal with here at SmithWerks Carpet Cleaning in North Vancouver. If you have a pet, you most probably understand the frustration that comes with house or litterbox training. Proper cleaning and stain removal is not only desirable for a fresh and clean house, it's also essential in training of your pet. as well.
Follow these simple steps and help to eliminate some of that frustration. Remember! The quicker you address the spot, the more likely that you'll be successful with your efforts. I'm going to focus our discussion today on dog or cat urine. I'll address pet vomit and feces in another blog post.
1. Soak up as much of the spot using a dry thick towel or cloth. I recommend having a collection of old towels on hand, the thicker the better. Second hand towels from a thrift store for instance. Blot up as much of the stain as possible. If the towel is thick enough, place it on the stain and stand on it to force the urine transfer to the towel. The stain should be barely damp at the end of this first step.
2. Now, rinse the spot with cool, clean water. Warm or hot water could set the stain. You may want to add a couple of caps of white vinager to your rinse water. This will help to deodorize and disinfect the effected carpet. Repeat the first step. Blot up as much of the moisture as possible. Again, at the end of this step, the spot should be slightly damp.
3. This last step involves the use of a store bought spotter. I recommend Folex. It's fairly neutral in terms of its PH and is safe to use. I recommend spraying a few squirts on to a clean white rag and blotting the remaining spot, checking the rag for color or stain from the urine.
This should take care of any fresh urine spots before they become "one with the carpet".
Remember, if you are in need of professional cleaning call SmithWerks Carpet Cleaning West Vancouver
Follow these simple steps and help to eliminate some of that frustration. Remember! The quicker you address the spot, the more likely that you'll be successful with your efforts. I'm going to focus our discussion today on dog or cat urine. I'll address pet vomit and feces in another blog post.
1. Soak up as much of the spot using a dry thick towel or cloth. I recommend having a collection of old towels on hand, the thicker the better. Second hand towels from a thrift store for instance. Blot up as much of the stain as possible. If the towel is thick enough, place it on the stain and stand on it to force the urine transfer to the towel. The stain should be barely damp at the end of this first step.
2. Now, rinse the spot with cool, clean water. Warm or hot water could set the stain. You may want to add a couple of caps of white vinager to your rinse water. This will help to deodorize and disinfect the effected carpet. Repeat the first step. Blot up as much of the moisture as possible. Again, at the end of this step, the spot should be slightly damp.
3. This last step involves the use of a store bought spotter. I recommend Folex. It's fairly neutral in terms of its PH and is safe to use. I recommend spraying a few squirts on to a clean white rag and blotting the remaining spot, checking the rag for color or stain from the urine.
This should take care of any fresh urine spots before they become "one with the carpet".
Remember, if you are in need of professional cleaning call SmithWerks Carpet Cleaning West Vancouver
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