cleaning vintage 356a square weave carpet
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cleaning vintage 356a square weave carpet
All: I am sure this question has been asked a thousand times before: what is the best way to clean vintage Porsche square weave carpet SAFELY! Thank you in advance for any insights. Regards, Brian
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Re: cleaning vintage 356a square weave carpet
I presume you are considering spot cleaning.
Don't get it soaked, but use only the suds from a cleaner on a soft brush.
I've used Woolite and some other I've forgotten as it was 50 years ago. Since 1963 I've only had GT's (vinyl).
The original carpet is prone to shrinkage.
PS: I think the other cleaner was Spic & Span.
Don't get it soaked, but use only the suds from a cleaner on a soft brush.
I've used Woolite and some other I've forgotten as it was 50 years ago. Since 1963 I've only had GT's (vinyl).
The original carpet is prone to shrinkage.
PS: I think the other cleaner was Spic & Span.
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Re: cleaning vintage 356a square weave carpet
I too am interested in cleaning my car's square weave carpet. Is Woolite the best method? Or is there an alternative that works better?
This must have been done a thousand times be you guys.
This must have been done a thousand times be you guys.
Dan Macdonald
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Re: cleaning vintage 356a square weave carpet
A quick Search for "Carpet Cleaner" results in these two threads:
http://forum.porsche356registry.org/vie ... et+cleaner
http://forum.porsche356registry.org/vie ... et+cleaner
They mention Folex Instant Carpet Spot remover and hazards of Steam Cleaning.
http://forum.porsche356registry.org/vie ... et+cleaner
http://forum.porsche356registry.org/vie ... et+cleaner
They mention Folex Instant Carpet Spot remover and hazards of Steam Cleaning.
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Re: cleaning vintage 356a square weave carpet
Folex and a soft toothbrush. Takes time but very effective and safe.
David
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