School holidays always seem to roll around faster than expected. Just as life settles back into routine—with school lunches packed, sport schedules locked in and mornings under control—the kids are suddenly home again.
While school holidays are full of laughter, fun and family time, they also bring extra food, drinks and activities into areas of the home that don’t usually see that level of action. Bedrooms become snack zones, lounges turn into movie theatres, arts and crafts take over the dining table, and sleepovers are almost guaranteed.
Unfortunately, it’s during all this fun that spills, stains and messes inevitably happen—often on carpets, couches and rugs.
The Hidden Toll of School Holiday Fun on Your Home
By the end of the holidays, you might notice:
- Bedroom carpets scattered with crumbs and soft drink spills
- Lounges looking tired after hours of gaming and salty snacks
- Banana peels wedged down the side of the couch, discovered days later
- Glitter embedded in the rug, sparkling every time the sun hits it
- Blu-tack, crayons or nail polish leaving unwanted marks
It’s usually at this point that frustration sets in—and you wonder how it all happened so quickly.
Be Prepared: The Best Defence Against Holiday Stains
The simplest solution is preparation. Booking professional carpet and upholstery cleaning before the school holidays—and applying fabric protection—can make a huge difference.
By organising services like professional carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning and fabric protection ahead of time, your carpets, rugs and lounges are better equipped to resist stains before the kids are let loose.
The Three Biggest School Holiday Stain Culprits
Soft Drink
Brightly coloured soft drinks can stain quickly. If a spill occurs, act fast:
- Blot immediately with paper towel
- Do not rub or scrub
- Avoid DIY chemicals unless you’re certain they’re safe for your carpet type
Incorrect treatment can permanently set the stain.
Milk and Dairy-Based Drinks
Milkshakes, hot chocolate and coffee-based drinks are especially problematic. Dairy products often cause discolouration and odour if not treated properly. Even after blotting, professional carpet stain removal and sanitising is often required.
Grease and Oils
From chips and pizza to buttery toast, oils attract dirt and gradually form dark, sticky patches. These stains usually need professional-grade enzyme detergents to break them down effectively.
Why Professional Cleaning Makes the Difference
Elite technicians can remove many old and fresh stains, although some may be permanent depending on the substance and how long it’s been left. Your technician will always give honest advice about what can—and can’t—be restored.
Elite Maintenance Services Group can clean:
- Carpets
- Rugs and runners
- Upholstery and lounges
—all in a single visit. Fabric and carpet protection can also be applied, creating an invisible barrier that helps repel spills and stains.
All services are delivered using proven methods aligned with recognised IICRC standards.
Get Holiday-Ready Before the Kids Are Home
Don’t let food and drink stains spoil the school holidays. A little preparation now can save stress, mess and costly damage later.
Book professional carpet and upholstery cleaning today:
https://elite.com.au/quotes/
Speak with your local Elite specialist:
https://elite.com.au/call-now/
Get in before the school holidays start—and enjoy the fun without worrying about the mess.
