Seasonal carpet care: Protect your home from Stockholm's changing weather

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5 jan.
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In Stockholm we live in a city of contrasts. We go from sparkling winter days with salted sidewalks and slush in Vasastan , to dusty spring days with pollen in Bromma and warm summer evenings with open balcony doors in Södermalm . Each season brings its own unique challenges for your carpets.

Understanding how to adapt your carpet care to the season is key to a long life for your textiles. As experts in carpet cleaning in Stockholm , we at Flygande Mattvätt see how the changes of the seasons affect everything from hand-knotted wool carpets to modern carpets. Here is our guide to how to protect your carpets all year round.

Winter: The fight against slush, salt and dry air

Winter is undoubtedly the toughest period for carpets in Stockholm.

Road salt and gravel: When we walk inside with damp shoes, we pull road salt in. The salt draws moisture from the air, which means stains never really dry and can cause chemical damage to natural fibers.
Dry indoor climate: When we turn up the heat, the air becomes extremely dry. This can cause the fibers in a Persian rug to become brittle and lose their natural elasticity.

Pro tip: Invest in a sturdy doormat in the hall and book a professional carpet cleaning service immediately after the winter season to remove all the corrosive salt.

Spring: Pollen and general cleaning

When the spring sun peeks over Riddarfjärden, we suddenly see all the dust that has collected during the winter.

Pollen invasion: For allergy sufferers in Stockholm, spring is a challenge. Carpets act as magnets for pollen that flies in through open windows.
Spring cleaning: This is peak season for carpet cleaning in Stockholm . By deep cleaning your carpets now, you can remove the darkness of winter and prepare your home for a fresh summer.

Summer: Sunbathing and sand

During the summer we spend more time outside and inside merges.

UV radiation: Strong sunlight through large windows can fade the colors of your carpet unevenly.
Sand: Sand from the beach or playground acts as sandpaper at the bottom of the mat.

Pro tip: Turn your carpet 180 degrees regularly during the summer so that any fading is even, and vacuum the bottom of the carpet extra carefully.

Flying Carpet Cleaning: Your partner through all seasons

At Flygande Mattvattävt, we adapt our cleaning methods to the season. During the humid months, we focus extra on our controlled drying process to ensure that no moisture remains in the carpet. During allergy season, we put extra effort into extracting microscopic particles and pollen.

We offer convenient pickup and drop-off throughout Stockholm:

Solna & Sundbyberg: We help you quickly get rid of winter dirt.
Nacka & Lidingö: Perfect service for spring cleaning all the carpets in the villa.
Täby & Danderyd: We ensure that your exclusive carpets are protected from the strong summer sun.

RUT deduction for seasonal cleaning

Many people take the opportunity to do a complete overhaul of their home before Christmas or during spring cleaning. Since carpet cleaning at home (e.g. of fixed carpets or furniture) is covered by the RUT deduction , you can get professional help at half the price. This makes it easy to maintain a high hygienic standard all year round without digging deep holes in your wallet.

Technical Insight: Why Humidity Matters

Did you know that a carpet can weigh several kilos more just because of absorbed moisture during a rainy Stockholm autumn? Natural fibers like wool breathe and absorb moisture. If the indoor humidity is too high for a long time without the carpet being cleaned, a trapped odor can develop. A professional carpet cleaning restores the carpet's ability to regulate moisture and removes the odor-producing bacteriIn Stockholm we live in a city of contrasts. We go from sparkling winter days with salted sidewalks and slush in Vasastan , to dusty spring days with pollen in Bromma and warm summer evenings with open balcony doors in Södermalm . Each season brings its own unique challenges for your carpets.