New machine detects and removes carpet stains

Carpets in Chester and North Wales homes are easy to keep clean, except when there are stubborn stains that cannot be removed by a vacuum. A new carpet cleaning gadget makes removing stains easy by automatically detecting and cleaning them.

There are solutions that claim to remove stains from carpets, but stubborn stains often require hard rubbing to completely vanish. Tineco, a floor care appliance maker, has announced the launch of CARPET ONE Spot, a machine for use on carpets, upholstery and in cars. It contains Tineco’s iLoop Smart Sensor technology which detects, and then scrubs stains without needing an operator. Tough stains are removed without requiring manual scrubbing. The machine senses how tough the stain is and automatically adjusts its water flow and roller speed. The machine can even tackle stains spread over a large area.

The CARPET ONE Spot is portable and cordless, lasting up to 40 minutes on one charge. Carpet or upholstery settings and cleaning levels can be selected. The appliance is self-cleaning, removing dirt collected by the hose and brushes.

The Tineco CARPET ONE Spot is currently not available in the UK, though other Tineco carpet cleaners are on sale here. A cheaper option is to use a carpet stain remover such as Vanish which cleans stains and odours on carpets and upholstery, but this may involve hard scrubbing. It’s recommended that carpets are professionally deep cleaned at least once a year. A decent quality, well-maintained carpet lasts a long time.