Vioclean All Natural Green Carpet Cleaning

Know Breast Cancer, a national organization based in Manchester by the Sea, has accepted VioClean, an all green carpet and upholstery cleaning service, as a corporate partner.

“Know Breast Cancer is delighted to begin working with VioClean a owner- operated family business, as part of our mission to introduce women to practical and active ways to lower their breast cancer risk levels.” said Susan Wadia-Ells PhD and founding director of Know Breast Cancer.

Know Breast Cancer’s new Prevention Products Program searches out area and national companies that offer organic foods, as well as green household and garden products or services that enable women to reduce their free estrogen levels. Many hormone-mimicking chemicals or xeno hormones are found in most commercial cleaning fluids, pesticides, body care products, polluted air and in much unfiltered water. Research shows that absorption of these chemicals can produce cancer-causing breast cell mutations or accelerate the    growth of existing breast tumors. Researchers estimate that more than 90% of breast cancer is caused by a cocktail of radiation, some pharmaceutical drugs, along with environmental and household pollutants.

“Finding ways to help women reduce their overall estrogen imbalance by using green commercial cleaning services,  such as VioClean,  is one important way to help reduce the risk of developing a  breast cancer diagnosis, ” added Wadia-Ells.

Under their agreement, VioClean, will donate 10% of their bill when customers mention the Know Breast Cancer Project or the Project’s upcoming Bra’athon, a juried exhibit of artful bras and gala reception scheduled for Spring  2010.  These VioClean customers will also receive a free email info packet from Know Breast Cancer, along with regular updates on the Project’s publications, workshops and events.

“VioClean looks forward to supporting Know Breast Cancer’s important work on the North Shore and nationwide,” said Trung Nguyen, founder and CEO of the two- year- old professional rug and upholstery cleaning company that uses  Green Seal-approved products,  based in Swampscott and servicing Essex County and beyond.

Know Breast Cancer,  a one- year- old non- profit  organization, translates research on environmental and pharmaceutical causes of breast cancer into active and practical ways that women can use to lower their personal breast cancer risk level today. For more information on Know Breast Cancer, visit www.knowbreastcancer.net or call 978 526 8702.

For more information on Green Seal, a twenty-year-old non-profit organization devoted to environmental standard setting, product certification, and public education visit www.greenseal.org ; for more information on VioClean, visit, www.vioclean.com or call 1-800 277 CLEAN (2532)

Companies that market safe or green products or services locally or nation-wide that would like to apply as a Know Breast Cancer corporate partner can contact Wadia-Ells at Susan@knowbreastcancer.net or at 978 526 8702.

Media Contact:

Susan Wadia-Ells

978 526 8702   susan@knowbreastcancer.net

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VioClean Upholstery Cleaning Specialist

Maintaining your upholstery and fine furniture is quick, easy and needs only to be done approximately once a month. You invest a lot of money in the furniture in your home, and it only makes sense that a little time every month be used to keep it in good shape. Most of the problems with both carpets and upholstery are caused by household dust settling on everything. Foot soils and food stains are also occasional problems, more so if you have children. Spots and stains happen and are not the end of the world.

Vioclean uses only all-natural, colorless, odorless, non toxic and biodegradable. The product is soap free and water soluble. This means you can use it whenever you want, wherever you want and not have to worry about smells, residues or harm to pets. It won’t leave a strong chemical smell for hours, safe for even the whitest carpets and safe for pets to walk on. No need to block off areas of the house for hours after you clean to make sure that they are safe. You do not have to worry about you or your family inhaling noxious chemicals while they dissipate. No fumes, no perfumes.

If you use a regular carpet and upholstery cleaner it will leave a soapy, sticky residue. This residue will attract and trap dust and dirt from the moment you stop cleaning. Kind of like the piece of tape that you remove but don’t get the entire adhesive removed. Within days it is dirtier than before. Using a regular soap based product, your carpet will trap and collect all the dust and dirt in your house and before long be dirtier than before. VioClean cleaning agent has no soap so there is no sticky residue. Because there is no soap, it is suds-less. There are no enzymes or bleaches so it is safe for most fabrics.

Monthly maintenance of carpets and upholstery-

You should vacuum once a week. More often if need be. Try to remove the dirt and dust on a regular basis and it won’t accumulate into a problem. Make sure that your vacuum is in good working condition. Check to insure that the belt is snug and is not slipping. Make sure that the bag is fitted properly and is not over filled. Look at the bristles and make sure that they are in good condition. Vacuum the entire floor, even under items. Change the bag as soon as it is full. Don’t try to get “a bit more” into it. This will not help you only spread dust and dirt around the house making your job worse.

Monthly you should vacuum your upholstery. Using the upholstery attachments, vacuum all surfaces, the cushions, back, sides and the crevices. You can use a brush but that will tend to throw dust around, causing you to have to vacuum and dust more. Rotate the cushions if you can. If not, fluff to help them retain their shape.

These are the things that should be done to keep things clean and looking nice. That is all, just a few minutes a month unless something happens. Of course something is going to happen right. Fear not, here is how to fix it.

Cleaning spots and stains on carpets-

The most important thing with a spot or stain is to get to it immediately. The more it stays there the more it wants to stay there. The first thing you should do is try to blot up as much of the liquid and remove as much of the soil as you can. Remove, do not smear in. Next test your cleaner on an inconspicuous area of carpet to test color fastness. Moisten with VioClean spotter and agitate with a soft brush or cloth. Let set for 10-15 minutes allowing the chemical to penetrate and work. Blot up the stain. For tough stains it may take several tries before it is entirely removed. Remember to use a clean soft cloth, like terry cloth and be patient.

Cleaning spots and stains on Upholstery-

As in cleaning carpets, the key is to get to it immediately. Remove soil and blot up any excess liquid. Next test your cleaner on an inconspicuous area of carpet to test color fastness. The best place is on the back or underneath the “skirt” of the piece. Spray VioClean spotter onto the stain and work into the area with a soft cloth or brush. Let it penetrate the stain for10-15 minutes. Blot the area with a soft, clean cloth. For tough stains it may take several tries before it is entirely removed. Remember to use a clean soft cloth, like terry cloth and be patient.