Bonnet Cleaning vs. Low-Moisture Encapsulation: The Smarter Way to Clean Commercial Carpets

When it comes to commercial carpet cleaning, there are two kinds of people in this world:

  1. Those still clinging to their old bonnet cleaning methods.
  2. And those who’ve discovered Whittaker’s low-moisture encapsulation method.

Let’s break it down.

Bonnet Cleaning:

Bonnet cleaning’s been around for a while. Like your favorite worn-in jeans and fax machines. But just because something exists doesn’t mean it should still be in your cleaning routine.

  • High Maintenance: Constantly swapping out dirty pads isn’t fun. 
  • Hard on Carpets: Those pads spin in circles, and over time, that motion can damage carpet fibers and void your carpet warranty. (Yes, void—that’s not a typo.)
  • Slow & Laborious: Think less Formula 1 pit stop and more “grandpa doing yoga.” It’s a time suck that you don’t need. 
  • Not Efficient: You’re working harder, not smarter. And that’s just never, well, smart.

Whittaker’s Low-Moisture Encapsulation:

Time to talk about the method that brings the sparkle back (to your floors and maybe you, too).

  • Two-Step Process: Easy to learn, easier to love.
  • Warranty-Friendly: No aggressive spinning = no angry carpet manufacturers. Your warranties are safe with us. 
  • Faster Dry Times: Less wait, more wow. Your floors will be ready to walk on before your coffee even cools.
  • Efficient & Effective: We’ve perfected the process so you don’t have to. Better results, less hassle.

We don’t clean in circles. We clean with purpose, backed by science.

If you’re still using bonnet cleaning, consider this your friendly nudge to step into the future. (Or at least into the present.) We’re happy to have an initial chat about it, too. Date around with the idea. Your carpets and your crew will thank you.