Before beginning any textile cleaning project, it is important to plan your cleaning procedure.

From identification to chemical application, following these steps leads to better results.

Having the right tools and chemicals makes the stain removal job easier. Much easier.

Synthetic and organic red stain removal chemistry has come a long way in recent years.

This month's survey covers mold growth, water damage restoration, insurance company authorization, and more.

Consider adding them to your arsenal of tools to get the job done faster and better.

Soil removal is an expensive process.

How to find the smell and attack it.

Steam vapor cleaning: Versatile tool for a healthier indoor environment

How best to effectively eliminate an odor requires patience and resolve.

Novice carpet cleaners are mistaken when they think all they have to do to remove bad odors (malodors) in carpet or furniture is apply some type of deodorizer.

Keep up-to-date on the psychology of odors and available odor abatement technology that helps you do a better job.

Here's what to do when you've done your job properly but the customer thinks otherwise.

Thaw your cold calling efforts… and get some positive results.

Here's how to systematically market to commercial accounts. Start today and increase profits.

The day to start commercial selling has arrived.

You are in control of developing the best commercial customer list.

The commercial carpet cleaning market is calling your name. Don't ignore it — jump right in.

Adding commercial carpet cleaning services to offset lost residential services is a way to add to keep your company profitable.

There are many ways to remove soil from carpet. Encapsulation chemistry can be your partner in better cleaning.

It's an easy sale. Just ask your customer. You'll see.

Choosing the right fabric protector is important, as there are many variables between carpet and upholstery.

A close look at the science behind the performance.

Customer awareness is the key for success.

Topics this month include on-site cleaning of area rugs, the use of hydrogen peroxide and room dyeing.

From spot removal to greasy traffic lanes and odor control, using enzymes solves challenges.

Effective soil removal relies on several fundamentals of cleaning… especially heat.

Topics this month include microfiber sofa challenges and what you should know about entering the mold remediation industry.

Cleaning and restoration questions asked … and answered.

Solve your carpet and upholstery cleaning challenges with smarter chemistry.