Stiff Kirby Brush Roll (bagintheback)
Nathaniel (& others if applicable)
There is no other stiff OEM brushroll for the HIIs.
The polisher/fluffer brush may (& should) be used b4 & after vacuuming; as well as b4 & after shampooing. The carpet needs to be cleaned (dirty films removed) & 're-trained' to stand up again. [[It's kinda like changing your hair-style (re-training).]] It will suck up 'minor' amounts when you use it.
Kirby does make a "Pet-Owner Brushroll" 4 the G3s & G4s. They are built to last; this does not mean "bring to current model standards" unfortunately.
There are differences between shampoos, detergents & soaps (similar as they may be). The Kirby shampoo dries to a very fine [harmless] powder, to be vacuumed up AFTER the carpet is dry. If done properly, this should in most areas (unless overlapped or re-scrubbed multiple times in one spot) be dry in less than 2 hours, usually ¾-1½ hours.
Again, if mixed properly, with clean hands, take some dri-foam in your hands & rub it like lotion 'til it's dry. When dry, if you 'put' your finger & thumb together, then apart, there should be NO feeling of sticky there.
"Others" have soaked carpet swatches in pure, un-mixed, concentrated Kirby Carpet Shampoo; then let dry completely; then vacuumed thoroughly with NO ill effects to the carpet itself." I have done similarly at fairs, etc. for demos with mixed shampoo with NO ill effects either.
I have used both truck mounted & portable extractors (first one had the contract for the MetroDome in MSP, MN the latter had a contract with Sheraton in Spokane, WA) with companies I worked for. They have their place, as do others; however, if used properly & as needed, the Kirby Shampooer can & does do a wonderful job. (imho -- I've seen the way (incorrectly) some people use a Kirby & shampooer. NO offense to anyone.)
This is a direct quote from a letter DuPont (Stainmaster Carpet) sent to Kirby after performing its test:
"...Our conclusion is that carpets treated with your Kirby Carpet Shampoo System are in [[compliance with the warranty]] for DuPont Certified Stainmaster Carpet. When the Kirby Carpet Shampoo System is used according to directions, Stainmaster Carpet's stain resistance properties are [[not negatively affected]]..."
(I double bracketed [[ ]] some important parts.)
There are numerous tests that can be done to prove or dis-prove peoples opinions; however, facts are facts. Bottom line is, you need to use what you feel comfortable with & believe in.
(People thought: ...the earth was flat, ...you can't run a mile in under 4 minutes, ...you can't fly, etc, etc.) If you believe something with all your heart (& brain or lack of same -- LOL), even if it "AIN'T" true (oops, isn't); there is gonna be NOBODY who can prove to you otherwise. (mho)
I hope some of the above helps EVERYone (or, at least SOMEone)
Remember, the above is a combination of facts, my experiences & various opinions.
I wish EVERYONE an(other) enjoyable extended weekend (if applicable)
(I have a few [non-VCCC] friends in UK, AU & Germany who are always telling me they are "off work" or "on holiday." SEE ABOVE)
Cheers
Bill
Nathaniel (& others if applicable)
There is no other stiff OEM brushroll for the HIIs.
The polisher/fluffer brush may (& should) be used b4 & after vacuuming; as well as b4 & after shampooing. The carpet needs to be cleaned (dirty films removed) & 're-trained' to stand up again. [[It's kinda like changing your hair-style (re-training).]] It will suck up 'minor' amounts when you use it.
Kirby does make a "Pet-Owner Brushroll" 4 the G3s & G4s. They are built to last; this does not mean "bring to current model standards" unfortunately.
There are differences between shampoos, detergents & soaps (similar as they may be). The Kirby shampoo dries to a very fine [harmless] powder, to be vacuumed up AFTER the carpet is dry. If done properly, this should in most areas (unless overlapped or re-scrubbed multiple times in one spot) be dry in less than 2 hours, usually ¾-1½ hours.
Again, if mixed properly, with clean hands, take some dri-foam in your hands & rub it like lotion 'til it's dry. When dry, if you 'put' your finger & thumb together, then apart, there should be NO feeling of sticky there.
"Others" have soaked carpet swatches in pure, un-mixed, concentrated Kirby Carpet Shampoo; then let dry completely; then vacuumed thoroughly with NO ill effects to the carpet itself." I have done similarly at fairs, etc. for demos with mixed shampoo with NO ill effects either.
I have used both truck mounted & portable extractors (first one had the contract for the MetroDome in MSP, MN the latter had a contract with Sheraton in Spokane, WA) with companies I worked for. They have their place, as do others; however, if used properly & as needed, the Kirby Shampooer can & does do a wonderful job. (imho -- I've seen the way (incorrectly) some people use a Kirby & shampooer. NO offense to anyone.)
This is a direct quote from a letter DuPont (Stainmaster Carpet) sent to Kirby after performing its test:
"...Our conclusion is that carpets treated with your Kirby Carpet Shampoo System are in [[compliance with the warranty]] for DuPont Certified Stainmaster Carpet. When the Kirby Carpet Shampoo System is used according to directions, Stainmaster Carpet's stain resistance properties are [[not negatively affected]]..."
(I double bracketed [[ ]] some important parts.)
There are numerous tests that can be done to prove or dis-prove peoples opinions; however, facts are facts. Bottom line is, you need to use what you feel comfortable with & believe in.
(People thought: ...the earth was flat, ...you can't run a mile in under 4 minutes, ...you can't fly, etc, etc.) If you believe something with all your heart (& brain or lack of same -- LOL), even if it "AIN'T" true (oops, isn't); there is gonna be NOBODY who can prove to you otherwise. (mho)
I hope some of the above helps EVERYone (or, at least SOMEone)
Remember, the above is a combination of facts, my experiences & various opinions.
I wish EVERYONE an(other) enjoyable extended weekend (if applicable)
(I have a few [non-VCCC] friends in UK, AU & Germany who are always telling me they are "off work" or "on holiday." SEE ABOVE)
Cheers
Bill
