What are the benefits of applying Scotchgard?

Accidents will happen, but when spills occur on expensive carpets or soft fabrics, it can be a nightmare. This is where Scotchgard comes in. Possibly the most effective and certainly the best-known fabric protection product in the world, Scotchgard was developed by 3M as a professional stain repellent and water repellent.

How does Scotchgard work?

Scotchgard was designed to provide a robust defence against stains and spills. It works by applying an invisible, protective coating to the surface of fabrics, carpets and upholstery. This coating repels water and oil-based substances, preventing them from penetrating deep into the fibres. Instead of soaking in and causing permanent stains, liquids bead up on the surface, making them easy to blot away.

Additionally, the barrier formed by Scotchgard helps keep dirt and soil from adhering to the fabric, ensuring that your furnishings stay cleaner for longer and making subsequent cleaning efforts more effective. Most new carpets and upholstery will come with a layer of stain protection applied by the manufacturer, but this wears off over time, making your sofas, carpets and curtains much more susceptible to staining and soiling. In our professional opinion, prevention is always better than cure.

Here are 5 reasons why having a Scotchgard treatment is highly recommended every time you have your carpets, curtains or upholstery professional cleaned.

1 – Prolongs the ‘freshly cleaned’ appearance

If you want to retain that just cleaned look and feel on your household fabrics, ask your upholstery and carpet cleaners to apply a Scotchgard treatment at every visit. Why pay for a professional cleaning service only to see the dirt returning all too soon? Scotchgarding will give you the peace of mind knowing that everything will stay cleaner for longer.

2 – Offers effective stain protection

With Scotchgard, a protective layer is applied to your carpets, upholstery and soft furnishings. Not only does this keep dust and dirt at bay, but it also shields your fabrics from a wide range of other types of damaging substances, including mould and bacteria, water and oil-based stains, to ensure your furniture is clean and hygienic at all times.

3 – Makes it easier to clean up

The Scotchgard barrier makes it much more difficult for any dirt or spills to go deep into the fibres. Instead of soaking in, spills stay on the surface where they can be easily blotted, mopped up or simply vacuumed off. It’s damage limitation at its most effective.

4 – Extends the lifespan of your carpets and furniture

Using Scotchgard prolongs the life of your upholstery, curtains and carpets, particularly in high traffic areas of your home or office. The protective coating creates a barrier that guards against premature wear and tear, so you get more enjoyment out of your soft furnishings for longer.

5 – Saves money in the long run

By creating a protective barrier that repels stains, dirt and spills, Scotchgard minimises the damage and wear that typically require costly cleaning or replacements. This preventive measure reduces the frequency of professional cleanings needed and reduces the risk of you needing to replace your furniture as quickly, ensuring that your investment in home decor lasts longer and remains in excellent condition and ultimately leading to significant cost savings over time.

In order to maintain your carpets, furniture and curtains in the best possible condition for as long as possible, we recommend applying Scotchgard at least once a year to get the optimum return on your investment. Why not contact Apple Clean today on 0800 587 4571 to schedule your regular cleaning visits and Scotchgard treatment?