
Introduction
A highly practical, hands-on beginners guide to carpet, upholstery and curtain cleaning which gives a thorough understanding of the six stage Ashbys Fast Dry System plus Ashbys Hot Solvent Cleaning System for water-sensitive items. Designed for anyone new to carpet, upholstery and curtain cleaning with plenty of opportunities for you to get involved in practical demonstrations.
Agenda
- Introduction to hot water extraction (HWE) process and carpet cleaning
- Learn how hot water extraction (HWE) works and why 90% of professionals use it.
- Why each machine is different and the job it does. • Using and understanding all the attachments.
- Pounds per square inch (psi) and air flow – why you won’t need to be a rocket scientist to understand these two.
- Cleaning solutions made easy and how to control your working temperature.
- The correct use of floor wand and hand tool.
- Fast drying techniques.
Introduction to the upholstery cleaning process
- Learn about the different types of suites and the multitude of fabrics.
- How to select the correct method of cleaning upholstery.
- How each system works. • Inspection of suites and avoiding problems.
- The sequence of cleaning and the do’s and don’ts.
- Checking the results.
- Spotting and stain removal.
- How to tackle stain-protected suites
Cleaning of curtains made easy and profitable.
- Learn how to sell the benefits of on-site curtain cleaning.
- How to quote and get the job.
- The unique recirculating Ashbys Hot Solvent Cleaning System – how it works and what can be cleaned.
- How to set-up and operate the Ashbys Hot Solvent Cleaning System.
- Step by step cleaning techniques for curtains, pelmets, swags, tails and tie-backs.
- Safe cleaning – easy ways to avoid problems.
Ashbys Fully Inclusive Training Package
- Insurance Approved - recognised by insurance companies as industry specific training,allowing you to get adequately insured.
- Certificate of Attendance - included for each attendee.
- FREE Cleaning Guide booklet - to act as a reference manual.
- Includes hot lunch and choice of beverages - from an extensive menu.
- FREE refreshments - throughout the day.
Time and Location
10 am – 4 pm
Ashbys Cleaning Equipment
5-7 Chapel Park
Stadium Way
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 3RW
Tel : 01795 436999
Click here for instructions on how to find us.
All training courses commence at 10 am at our Sittingbourne branch. Course dates and fees are non-transferable / non-refundable.
Please note – a pen and note pad is required for making notes during training courses.
Recommended Accommodation
The following places are recommended as they are close, good quality, reasonably priced and we have received positive feedback from attendees who have stayed there.
The Barn - Tonge Mill, Church Road, Tonge, Kent ME9 9AP.
Tel : 01795 474743 www.tongebarn.co.uk
Scuttington Manor - Dully Road, Dully, Sittingbourne, Kent ME9 9PA.
Tel : 01795 521316
Sandhurst Farm Forge - Seed Road, Newnham, Sittingbourne, Kent ME9 0NE.
Tel : 01795 886854 www.sandhurstfarmforge.co.uk
The Beaumont - 74 London Road, Sittingbourne, Kent ME10 1NS.
Tel : 01795 472536 www.thebeaumont.co.uk
Premier Travel Inn - Bobbing Corner, Sheppey Way, Bobbing, Kent ME9 8PD.
Tel : 08701 977229 www.premierinn.com/en/hotel/SITBOB/sittingbourne-kent