Scotchgard

Susan1942

I am having new lounge / dining room and hall fitted in 3 weeks time. The carpet is 80% wool 20% synthetic
Woven Ulster carpet.
I am considering whether Scotchgard would be good idea.  
I would appreciate views in this.  I have no idea how much it costs. The carpet is a fairly light to mid grey 

tacpot12

I would recommend it if you have a busy household. The natural fibre in the new carpet will tend to become soiled over time, the Scotchguard treatment delays the buildup significantly. It also reduces the risk of staining, although red wine will always pose a risk. The colour you have chosen won't tend to show general soiling unless the house is very busy, but will show stains relatively easily. 

Scotchguard have some tips on their website on how to clean up spills quickly and effectively so that the risk of staining in reduced even further. 

You need to be aware that the Scotchguard treatment doesn't last indefinitely, especially if you have the carpets professionally cleaned or use a carpet cleaner yourself. Professional cleaners can often reinstate the Scotchguard  treatment as part of their service, for a price.

I've not paid for Scotchguard treatment on carpets myself as I've only bought carpets when I was single (so not a busy household), and when I moved in with my partner who has dogs and cats, so we've only bought fully synthetic carpets as a couple. 

Susan1942

Thank you for your advice. I will speak to the carpet people tomorrow. I live alone but I am quite messy.

Annemos

Good evening
 
I had a carpet fitted in 2002 and at the time, I did elect to have the Scotchguard treatment included with the carpet. 

I have just had the carpet replaced and the very experienced local company who sold it to me and fitted it, said that Scotchguard treatments are not provided with carpets these days. 

I don't know if you will be told the same thing? 

Below I am cutting and pasting what the Brockway Carpet website says about wool. 

I took a look at whether it was worth getting a company in to apply the Scotchguard treatment afterwards, but I was worried that if there was any problem with the application, I would then have invalidated any guarantee on the actual carpet purchase.

So I have just forgotten about Scotchguard, now.

Easy care
Wool is inherently stain resistant – its natural oils and complex structure also shield against dirt.

Good looking for longer
Wool’s natural resilience and long lasting appearance mean that your carpet will continue to look good for many years even in areas with high footfall.