Carpet care in care homes is about more than keeping floors looking tidy. In a busy care home environment, carpets are used every day by residents, staff, visitors, wheelchairs, walking aids, equipment and furniture. Without the right maintenance, dirt, dust, stains and odours can quickly build up within the carpet fibres. Cleaner floors produce better scores (CQC), ensuring positive outcomes with potential client tours.. Clean carpets help create a warmer, more comfortable

Carpets in care homes deal with constant daily use. Residents, staff, visitors, wheelchairs, mobility aids, furniture and equipment all move across the same areas throughout the day. Even with good in-house cleaning, dirt, dust, stains, odours and debris can build up within the carpet fibres over time. As a general guide, most care homes and nursing homes should arrange professional carpet cleaning every 6 to 12 months, with busy areas cleaned more often. Entrances, corridors