Don't Let Furniture Damage, 3 Ways To Clean It After Flood

JAKARTA - Floods hit the areas of Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang and Bekasi (Jabodetabek). Floods were triggered by heavy rains that flushed a number of areas in Indonesia. As a result, houses in various areas were also flooded.

After the flood receded, that doesn't mean the problem ends. Cleaning the house is an activity carried out after the house is flooded. One of the best solutions is to use professional cleaning services to deal with the damage caused by flooding on your furniture and furniture.

Here are 3 steps that professional cleaners take to clean and save furniture, as reported by Steamaster's website.

The professional cleaning team will start by examining the type of water that floods the house. This is important to assess the health risks that may be posed.

- If the water comes from the home clean waterway, then it's not too dangerous.

- If the water is gray, it may come from a waste pipeline and is slightly harmful to your furniture and health.

- If brown water blackens and comes from rivers or sewers, this water is very risky because it contains harmful bacteria.

After knowing the type of water, they will use special equipment to remove water from the affected furniture and housing areas.

If furniture is left wet for too long, mold can grow and damage the skeleton and coating cloth. In addition to damaging the appearance, mold can also cause unpleasant odors and endanger health.

They usually use tools such as portable cleaning machines, steam dryers, and other dryers to speed up the drying process of furniture and prevent further damage.

Floods often carry mud and dirt that leave stains on furniture. If this stain is not cleaned, it can make sofas, chairs, and other furniture look dull and unattractive.

To treat mild stains, professional cleaning services usually use mixtures of ingredients such as vinegar, baking soda, liquid soap, and special chemicals. However, if furniture has been submerged for too long, they will do more in-depth cleaning, including wiping furniture surfaces, removing dirt, and transferring it to a drier place. They also use dehumidifiers or electric fans to speed up the drying process.

After the entire cleaning process is complete, the furniture will be disinfected and given a fragrance to return to fresh and clean.