We dread the entranceway knobs, fear the toilets, and prevent the floors. Our carpets are filled with bacteria, we know our counters are swimming in germs. Sounds pretty familiar and sensible right? Well, you don't know dirty.

According with a recent study, and numerous years of knowledge and wise practice, one with the dirtiest surfaces inside average house is n't any of the listed above. In fact, it could be one of the least expected surfaces we use on a daily basis; the couch. We sleep the night onto it after an extended visit to work, we sit to view a show, we stretch out when we're sick or broken. Sounds as being a supportive nest doesn't it? Think again.

This recent study figured that there are in reality more bacteria on the family couch than you are on a toilet.

But it's not surprise really, furniture is being a large version of your sponge, only as opposed to absorbing water, it pulls in every types of outside allergens and free flying bacteria. One of the most common bacteria found on the pal the couch is staphylococcus. This particular bacteria could be a common culprit behind ailments including cellulitis, stomach upset, and pneumonia. The average couch contains internal mold also, to never mention crumbs, put aside food, allergens, smoke residue, pollen, mildew, and an incredible number of bacteria. To make matters worse, did you know the arm rest in the couch is often the dirtiest spot?

As many years of dust and dander collect in your furniture it may also lead them to look unpleasant and carry unwanted odors that you could not be able to detect until it's far too late. Your once white sofa could easily be mistaken for the sandy brown piece.

Pretty scary stuff don't you find it?

Let's look at some with the advantages of your furniture, upholstery, and drapery cleaned.

Cleaning removes allergens like pet hair, dander, and pollen

Helps upholstery stay longer as any damaging bacteria are taken out of the surface

Makes furniture more pleasing to look at

Offers a fresh smell with the furniture itself along with the room overall

Having furniture cleaned can rid over 70% of airborne bacteria, and up to 80% of surface bacteria from the room, making for the healthier and happier environment.

So the next time you take a moment to snuggle up and observe a motion picture, remember what lurks beneath... and after that do not forget that it is possible to always call Steamatic to scrub out.