Let's face it: Furniture can be a big investment, so you want to — need to — protect it. That means taking time to repair things when they're worn or broken, and making small, occasional efforts to extend the life of the pieces you love. I write all this to remind you that it's worth it to do a good, thorough job today. If you need to take the weekend, have at it. But remember that you're the boss here, and you don't have to let spring cleaning get out of hand if you don't have the time or energy for it.
As the weather warms and people head outdoors, it is important that custodial departments don't lose sight of what needs to be done inside. There are many reasons why carpets should not be neglected.
Properly cleaning and maintaining carpets: