Spring has sprung - which usually means open windows, fresh bedding and a good once-over of the house. But before you call the spring clean done, it's worth a second look. Some of the biggest hotspots for dust, dirt and pet dander in your home aren't the obvious ones.
BISSELL Senior Chemist Jim Pell shares the spots Aussies often miss this time of year, plus the best way to give carpets, rugs, upholstery and other soft surfaces a proper refresh.
Don't forget the couch
"It might look clean, but upholstered furniture is often not as clean as you think it is," says Jim. "We spend so much time sitting on our couches and chairs, with our hands and arms constantly touching the fabric, so things like skin oils, dead skin cells, pet dander and everyday dust build up over time."
Start by vacuuming with a powerful stick vacuum like the PowerClean® DualBrush™ to lift loose dust, dirt and debris — its FurFinder™ Upholstery Tool makes quick work of embedded pet hair. Then follow up with a SpotClean™ Mini to deep clean the fabric and tackle anything embedded further in.
Look beyond the floors
"Curtains are another area people often forget about," Jim explains. "When you've had the windows open, the backs of your curtains are exposed to dust, pollen and other dirt from outside, which becomes trapped in the fabric."
A refresh with the SpotClean™ HydroSteam® lifts that trapped dirt without the hassle of taking curtains down.
Give carpets and rugs a proper reset
"Carpets and rugs should be given a maintenance deep clean at least every six months," says Jim. "If you have a pet, or someone in the home is sensitive to allergens, I'd suggest every three to six months."
The CleanView™ HydroSteam® carpet cleaner is built for this — its HydroSteam® Technology, paired with BISSELL formulas, loosens and lifts stubborn dirt, stains and pet messes, with three cleaning modes including Quick Dry Mode for less downtime.
The spring cleaning toolkit
Ready for a proper reset? Here's what BISSELL recommends:
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Carpets & rugs: CleanView™ HydroSteam® — lifts stubborn stains, embedded dirt and pet messes with three cleaning modes.
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Everyday dust & debris: PowerClean® DualBrush™ — BISSELL's most advanced stick vacuum, with DualBrush™ Technology and a FurFinder™ Upholstery Tool for pet hair.
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Upholstery & soft surfaces: SpotClean™ Mini — small but mighty, built for everyday messes on carpets, rugs and upholstery.
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Hard-floor refresh: CrossWave® range — vacuums and mops hard floors simultaneously.
Ready to tackle your own hidden hotspots? Explore the full range of spring solutions now.