It is generally best to minimize traffic until cleaned carpet has dried. Follow the technician's instructions for your specific carpet and cleaning process, particularly before replacing furniture or allowing normal household traffic.
Damp fibers pick up soil easily, and wet carpet can be slippery on transitions to hard floors.
Wear clean socks or shoe covers and walk carefully, especially near tile or wood.
Keep them off until the carpet dries.
Wait to replace furniture until the carpet is dry.
Fans, air conditioning and open doors help carpet dry sooner.
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