There are many carpet cleaning methods, but one of the best and most economical is the Bonnet method which extends the life of carpets.

Carpet cleaning using the Bonnet method involves the use of a rotary washer and a cotton or synthetic fabric pad, moistened or soaked in cleaning solution. As This pad moves over the carpet, agitating the fibers together with the chemical used, causes dirt to be absorbed by the cleaning pad. Typically, this solution cleaning used in Bonnet machines, has emulsifiers and whitening cleaners in its composition optical, which at the same time remove dirt from the fibers, leave the carpet cleaner and brighter. Despite being a relatively cheap method, it is only effective in cleaning the surface of the carpet, as it does not reach the base of the carpet or the lowest parts of the fibers, therefore being very used as a process within a Carpet Maintenance Program, with the objective of removing of stains on the traffic line”, that is, in the areas where people walk most.

Depending on the size of the area to be cleaned, it is necessary to have a large quantity of cushions, as they are used and absorb dirt of the carpet, they become dirty and thus lose their effectiveness, requiring replacement with a pad clean. Although it is widely used, this method is recommended for carpets that are “ clean”, within a preventive maintenance program, in order to prevent carpets from become dirty, thus lengthening the time between deeper washes carried out by the Rotary shampoo, more effective but also more aggressive to carpet fibers.

The Bonnet method of cleaning not only prolongs the life of the carpet but is extremely recommended for locations that require quick release of space, have problems with ventilation and where it is difficult to prevent the movement of people, such as corridors hotels, convention halls, casinos, restaurants, etc. Because you use little liquid It is also very suitable for cleaning carpeted tiles on raised floors, where there is cabling at the bottom.

Main pros:

Quick release of the area - Due to the small amount of liquid used
Extends the useful life of the carpet and the interval between washes by deeper systems
Fast execution time - The equipment is easy to assemble and maneuver
Low cost - The costs of equipment and products are low and do not require highly qualified to operate.

Main Cons:

Effectiveness: Only cleans the upper part of the fibers
Residue: If product is not used anti-foam, the process can leave residues in the carpet that will cause the area to become quickly re-soiled washed.