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Key Benefits
- Deep cleans traffic lanes — Penetrates fibers and dissolves stubborn dirt, grime, and greasy soil.
- Low moisture, fast dry — Maintains appearance with minimal downtime and less risk of overwetting.
- Perfect interim maintenance — Keeps carpets presentable between restorative extractions.
- Fast acting — Quickly emulsifies soil for efficient bonnet and rotary cleaning.
- Reduced re-soiling — Helps prevent dirt from sticking so carpets stay cleaner longer.
- No optical brighteners — Cleans thoroughly without changing carpet color or “masking” soil.
- Multiple methods — Use for bonnet buffing, rotary cleaning, or as a pre-spray before extraction.
Where It Shines
- High-traffic carpeted areas and traffic lanes
- Hotels and hospitality hallways
- Schools and classrooms
- Healthcare facilities and waiting areas
- Residential carpets that need a quick refresh
Before You Start
- Vacuum thoroughly to remove dry soil before cleaning.
- Test for colorfastness in an inconspicuous area.
- Spot treat any untreated stains before overall cleaning.
Method 1: Pre-Spray (Then Extract)
- Dilute Pile-Up® TLC in a pump sprayer.
- Apply to soiled areas and allow 5 minutes dwell time.
- Follow up with hot water extraction for a deeper restorative clean.
Method 2: Bonnet Buffing
Lightly Soiled Carpets
- Dilute 1:16 (8 oz per gallon of water).
- Add solution to a pump-up sprayer.
- Pre-spray carpet and bonnet until wet to the touch (avoid overwetting).
- Buff using a rotary machine with a clean bonnet.
Heavily Soiled Areas
- Mix 8 oz per gallon of water in a wringer bucket.
- Submerge bonnet and wring out thoroughly.
- Buff with a rotary machine using a two-bucket system (one rinse bucket, one solution bucket).
- Flip or change bonnets frequently for best results.
Method 3: Rotary Machine with Solution Tank
- Pour diluted solution into the tank.
- Release through a flow-thru bonnet driver into the bonnet.
- Buff while avoiding overwetting to maintain quick dry times.
Pro Tips for Better Results
- Clean bonnet = cleaner carpet. Swap or flip bonnets often to avoid re-depositing soil.
- Don’t overapply. Low moisture works best when you control solution usage and agitate properly.
- Vacuum after dry to remove released soil and keep the “fresh” appearance longer.
Why Choose Pile-Up® TLC
If your goal is to keep high-traffic carpets looking sharp without shutting down a building, Pile-Up® TLC is the right tool. It’s designed for the real-world maintenance workflow: fast application, strong soil cutting, low moisture, and cleaner-looking traffic lanes that stay presentable longer between deep cleanings.