In a world where we are all increasingly aware of our impact on the environment, the demand for natural cleaning products has increased significantly. Beyond their negligible environmental impact, natural cleaning solutions have the advantage of being completely safe for use around children and animals and are free of unpleasant chemical odours and their scary price tags. The following options are all economical, accessible, and effective, and are probably waiting inside your fridge or pantry right now.
Lemon is one of nature’s most versatile superfoods. It is delicious in sweet and savoury dishes, works as a powerful detoxifying agent and, depending on our needs, is also a common ingredient in cleaning products because of its antiseptic and antibacterial qualities. Half a cup of pure lemon juice mixed with ½ cup of olive oil makes an effective encaustic (in addition to be the basis of a fantastic homemade dressing!). This mixture is especially useful for cleaning wood floors and furniture since olive oil adds moisture and helps prevent cracks.
Because of its disinfecting and deodorizing properties, white vinegar is another effective all-purpose cleaner that is often added to makeshift cleaning mixtures. Combined with oil, it is an exemplary encaustic, the acidity of vinegar raising wood dust. Stay away from apple cider vinegar or balsamic varieties to avoid unwanted stains.
Finally, a large cup of black tea will not only motivate you to clean up but will also be an excellent revitalizing agent for your furniture. All you need to do is brew a large cup with 3 or 4 tea bags in boiling water and let it steep until it cools down. After removing the tea bags, you can liberally apply this infusion to your furniture and then move on. The tannic acid in the tea removes residue and restores a natural glow.
Steamatic Media Restoration From Water Damage
Are you shocked by the damage done to your home by fire, smoke, mould, or water? When your documents and media files get damaged, it can be stressful and an inconvenience. Steamatic provides efficient media and document restoration services, getting your life back on track in the shortest time possible.
There are three steps involved in Steamatic’s document and media restoration services:
If vital documents are infected with mould, mildew or bacteria, the document restoration process will include sterilizing items. Individual pieces of paper or an entire library of work can be restored and saved from further contamination and decay.
The best way to recover your water-damaged items is to air them out the best you can and then call a professional service. Another option is vacuum freeze drying, although this method can be riskier as your document can become warped and hard to use.
If you have documents or media that have suffered water, fire or smoke damage they could be infected with mould, which is hazardous to your health and well-being. For an efficient document and media restoration service contact Steamatic at 1 888 767 7616 or visit us online today to learn more!
Trauma Scene Cleanup: Eliminate BioHazardous Wastes
When cleaning up a trauma scene the goal is to clean, sanitize, neutralize the odors, as well as seal and remove all contaminated materials for disposal at a licenced facility.
If you find yourself in a trauma scene, it is important that you call Steamatic professionals to do a thorough clean of all hazardous wastes and to restore your home back to comfort.
There are a variety of benefits that trauma scene cleanup services provide:
Family. After being the victim of a crime, your greatest concern is the health and safety of your family. Eliminating biohazards such as blood, will help return your home to a more regular, sanitary state.
Friends and Neighbours. Trauma scene clean-up professionals are trained to be discreet and to act professional while following protocol when dealing with a trauma scene. It is important that professional trauma cleanup services do not draw attention to the scene making it easier and more efficient to restore the scene in the fastest time possible.
The Law. Fingerprinting and evidence collection are difficult tasks that leave behind residue. Professional trauma scene clean up services ensure they clean the leftovers from police and first responders on the scene.
Biohazardous waste is any waste containing infectious materials or potentially infectious substances such as blood. Sharp wastes such as needles, blades, glass, and more that can cause injury when handling.
Biohazardous wastes consist of:
As part of the Steamatic procedure we will eliminate all odors, disinfect and sanitize the location to ensure it is clean and as appealing as possible. Our thoroughness ensures that all traces of crimes and traumas are cleaned up. We want to help people restore their lives back to normal after being through a traumatic situation.
Steamatic’s crime and trauma scene cleanup team works with your insurance company. If you would like more information on our helpful and sympathetic trauma scene cleanup methods, please call us at 1 888 767 7616 or visit us online to book an appointment today!
How To: Have Your Marble Floors Sparkling
Daily marble floor maintenance
Dirt and grit do the most damage to marble floors. Dusting and mopping your floors daily, as well as having a mat or rug at the front door of your home can minimize the damage this can cause. It is not recommended that you use a vacuum cleaner on marble floors as they can easily be scratched.
It is important to never scrape your floors or use chemical agents while cleaning. These will increase the chance of damage to your floors.
Spot cleaning your marble floors
On occasion you will find that your marble floors endure small stains but each type of stain required a specific cleaning technique. You may not have time to mop the entire floor so as an alternative you can:
Sugar based Stains.
Moisten a sponge in warm water that has a few drops of liquid dish detergent on it. Scrub the spot, then rinse it well with clean water, and dry the spot with a paper towel.
Sauces and oils.
You must attend to these stains quickly with a household sponge dipped in warm, soapy water, with a little bit of hydrogen peroxide added. First, rub the stain then flood it and immediately wipe up excess water. Repeat these steps until the stain disappears.
If you have marble tile floors there will be thin lines in between each of the tiles. Often times, you will find that grout will build up in these lines in your floors. When this begins to happen the entire floors begins to look old, dirty and unappealing.
In order to keep your marble floors looking as good as new, ask the professionals at Steamatic to give the areas some extra attention! You will be amazed with the difference that Steamatic’s hard surface cleaning services can make to your marble floors and overall appeal of your home.
Water Damage Restoration for Property Owners
Water damage is a serious issue for property owners and is a very costly process to deal with. When water damage occurs in your home there are a variety of things you can do to start the restoration process. If you do not take care of the water damage right away you will find that mould and other hazards begin to become evident and this is when you should start to panic and call a professional!
2 simple steps to restoring your home after water damage:
The harmful effects of water damage can be decreased by prompt and effective intervention. Using Steamatic’s water restoration services within the first 24 hours of damage can restore and revitalize your home and your personal items with amazing results.
How to spot water damage:
Steamatic professionals will have your home looking and feeling brand new again! Our restoration services will not only save you money in the future, but will allow you to live your home safely and comfortably. Call us at 1 888 767 7616 or visit us online to book an appointment today!
Carpet Cleaning Techniques for Homeowners
It is easier for homeowners to receive a full, deep carpet clean if they maintain their carpets overtime such as vacuuming on a regular basis.
Carpet cleaning methods you can try include:
Shampoo. Similar to your hair, shampooing a carpet involves cleaning chemicals and hot water to remove stains and dirt. Sometimes you will have to perform this more than once to ensure the best possible carpet clean.
Foam. Chemical foam is applied to the carpet using a sponge, and then left a while to dry. Vacuuming the carpet after leaving the chemicals on it for a while will allow the vacuum to remove residue and dirt from your carpet.
Steam. Steam cleaning injects detergent at high heat and immediately extracts it. When this happens the dirt and stains in your carpet are lifted as well.
Absorbent. A dry compound is sprinkled over the carpet, a machine brushes the compound into the carpet, and vacuuming will remove the compound along with all dirt and stains previously on the carpet.
A good carpet cleaning job depends on good equipment, good chemicals, and a carpet that isn’t too far gone to restore.
In the past, people only cleaned their carpets when they were visibly dirty or stained. Health is the largest reason that everyone should have their carpets cleaned often. In order to save yourself some money as carpet installation is expensive, maintaining your carpets throughout the years is a great alternative action. Appearance is the next thing, when you have visitors you do not want them to see the stains and dirt in your carpet that will make them feel very uncomfortable.
No matter how often you vacuum your floors, dirt and debris get tracked in over time and can embed themselves deeply into your carpets. Steamatic offers a professional, effective and revolutionary carpet cleaning service that uses different, innovative technology and processes for maximum benefits on your home or office floors. Call 1 888 767 7616 today to speak to a Steamatic professional.
Air Duct Cleaning Tips
Improving air quality
No matter what the condition of the ducts, having a crew of guys lugging around hoses and pumping air throughout the building and mechanical system will affect air quality.
Benefits of air duct cleaning:
Pollution is hazardous for your heart and can cause health issues such as asthma, and other diseases. Without routine duct cleaning you could start smelling ironic smells that are signs of contamination in your home.
Air Duct Quality Tips:
Most of our time is spent indoors, but there are so many ways you can improve the air quality of your home ensuring comfort for your family and yourself each and everyday. Remember you can: reduce humidity, clean regularly, ban smoking in your home, check and replace filters and more!
Steamatic will provide you with customized cleaning services that are uniquely adapted to the state of your particular air ducts. Call us today at 1 888 767 7616 or visit us online to book an appointment today!
Re-structure Your Life After Fire Damage
Even the smallest fires can have a massive impact on a home or office and while the fire itself is obviously very damaging, so too are the smoke, soot, water and other materials used to put fires out!
With our restoration services at Steamatic we will:
Insure that you call your insurance company. After the damage has been properly handled by firemen, you are in a safe place, you should always get in touch with your insurance company to make sure you are covered so there are no more problems after restoration.
Will will evaluate the damages. Based on your insurance, a damage experts and policy covering representative will evaluate the work that needs to be done and they will send it through your insurance company to ensure you are financially covered.
Repair and Rebuild
Steamatic will take care of cleaning and making your items, home, or business clear of any leftover toxic chemicals and other dangerous materials that present due to fire damage.
For many people a fire can be very devastating. Depending on how severe the fire is you could be re-structuring your life for a very long time. Some tips for your safety after a housefire include:
A house fire can be very devastating for homeowners. It is important that you take the proper steps to getting your home back to normal and on track again. Don’t be lost after damage, simply call Steamatic professionals at 1 888 767 7616 or visit us online to book an appointment.
Clean-up After Home Renovation
Cleaning up after a renovation, demolition, or reconstruction is sometimes more difficult than the project itself. Here are some steps you can take in cleaning up after renovation, on your own:
Scrape off the trouble areas. One of the main reasons that debris keeps appearing is because it was not cleaned up properly in the first place. You should take a scraper or blade and cut off anything that could eventually end up on the floor. It is important before starting the cleanup process that you make sure all the surfaces are smooth and have no edges.
Wipe down the walls
What most people don’t know is that they must wipe down the walls before they begin to vacuum. If you use cleaning chemicals, use ones that are not very strong. This way your renovated wall will not get ruined. A damp cloth is enough to wipe the walls down.
Vacuum the area
When the dust from the walls has settled, it is time to vacuum the floors. The vacuum is able to remove most of the dust that has fallen on the carpet or floor. It is a good idea to take the vacuum hose out and run it against the walls and ceilings in order to catch any of the other dust that may be still existent in your home.
Prompt cleanup of garbage and construction waste keeps the site from becoming a health and safety hazard.
If you choose Steamatic’s services you will be provided with:
At Steamatic we have years of experience taking care of structures following renovation. When your home or business is finished being renovated, our clean up services can really be an asset to your needs. Call us today at 1 888 767 7616 or visit us online to book an appointment now.
Save the City: Remove Vandalism
Graffiti and vandalism are closely associated with gang activity which makes many people very uncomfortable. It can also be very dangerous for you to do on your own without the proper equipment. Read below for some more suggestions on removing vandalism from your property.
Negative effects of graffiti/ vandalism:
Do you live in the city? If so, there are a variety of techniques you can try when attempting to remove the graffiti, and vandalism off of your property these include:
Pressure Washers
Pressure washing uses water in combination with a solvent to remove graffiti from a surface. A solvent may first be applied and then the surface is washed with the pressure washer. Sometimes baking soda is used to remove graffiti as well. While pressure washing is effective, it can wear down the surface being treated.
Soda Blasting
Soda blasting is a common solution used to remove dirt and vandalism from brick and other hard surfaces. One of the major benefits of soda blasting is that the bicarbonate soda is safe for the environment!
Dry Ice Blasting
Dry Ice Blasting uses ice pellets to remove unwanted debris, it is not harmful to the environment or surrounding surfaces. Dry ice blasting removes graffiti within one session of cleaning. After dry ice blasting, the surface is left completely dry, odorless, and it is also ideal for the interior of buildings.
Graffiti can instantly ruin the curb appeal of any street, neighborhood, or even town. With quick action, the appropriate tools, and fully trained professionals at Steamatic, graffiti and vandalism can be quickly removed from many surfaces leaving little or no traces behind. If you need help removing graffiti call Steamatic professionals at 1 888 767 7616 today!
