2026 Training at Cleanspec Cumbria: Building Skills, Confidence & Profits
2026 course dates at Cleanspec Cumbria are now live – and we’re already booking up fast.
Over the last few years, our training centre in Penrith has gone from “nice idea” to a proper hub for working cleaners from all over the UK. Courses with Train to Clean’s Jared Long and Lee Breen, StoneCare Direct’s Paul Cranney, and our Low Moisture (VLM) encap training with iClean have filled up again and again – and many delegates now come back to stack new skills on top of what they learned the first time.
This year’s programme brings all of those successes together into one packed 2026 calendar.
Why cleaners keep coming back
A big part of the success of the courses at Cleanspec comes down to three things:
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Trainers who actually work in the industry – not just reading off slides.
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Small groups, so you’re not fighting 20 other people to get your questions answered.
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Hands-on time with real kit and real scenarios, so you leave confident, not confused.
Whether you’re just starting out, looking to tighten up your systems, or ready to add completely new services, there’s something on the 2026 schedule for you.
Train to Clean: Jared & Lee’s carpet and upholstery courses
The partnership with Train to Clean has been a massive hit. Jared Long and Lee Breen bring a brilliant mix of technical depth and real-world experience – and they explain things in a way that makes sense when you’re stood in a customer’s hallway, not just in a classroom.
Professional Carpet Cleaning & Stain Removal – 2 Days (UK)
📅 24th & 25th February 2026
📅 12th & 13th May 2026
This course has become a favourite with both newer cleaners and techs who’ve been going a few years but want to get serious about chemistry, stain removal and process.
Delegates consistently tell us they leave with:
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A clearer, step-by-step system they can follow on every job
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More confidence tackling tricky stains
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A better understanding of how to price and position their service
Upholstery Cleaning & Delicate Fabric Care – 2 Days (UK)
📅 26th & 27th February 2026
📅 14th & 15th May 2026
Upholstery is where many cleaners feel nervous – and where a lot of profit is hiding.
Jared and Lee go deep into:
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Fibre and fabric ID (so you know what you’re actually working on)
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Safe methods for fine and problem fabrics
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Real-world spotting and stain removal on suites and chairs
Past attendees often tell us this course paid for itself within a few weeks once they started saying “yes” to jobs they used to avoid.
4-Day NCCA Carpet, Upholstery & Stain Removal – Entry to Membership (UK)
📅 24th, 25th, 26th & 27th February 2026
📅 12th, 13th, 14th & 15th May 2026
This is the full 4-day route for those who want to:
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Work towards NCCA membership
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Get a comprehensive grounding in carpet, upholstery and stain removal
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Put a recognised industry body behind their brand
It’s intense, it’s thorough, and it’s ideal if you’re serious about standing out from the crowd and marketing yourself as a trained professional.
Cleanspec’s own Carpet Cleaning Technician – a solid starting point
Carpet Cleaning Technician – Introductory 1-Day Course (UK)
🗓 Pick a date that fits around you
If you’re new to the industry or looking to bring a new team member up to speed, this one-day introductory course is the perfect starting point.
We focus on:
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Core principles of carpet cleaning
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Safe use of machines and chemicals
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Basic stain removal and problem-solving
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Simple systems you can put into place straight away
It’s designed to be practical, friendly and no-pressure – ideal if you’re just finding your feet or want to give staff a solid foundation before they move on to more advanced training.
Low Moisture (VLM) Encap Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning with iClean
Low Moisture Encapsulation Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning – 2 Days
📅 12th & 13th January 2026 – Cleanspec Penrith
Low Moisture (VLM) methods are one of the big reasons many cleaners come back to us.
VLM is perfect for:
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Commercial maintenance contracts
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Fast-drying requirements
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Situations where traditional HWE isn’t practical
The VLM encap course with iClean has a reputation for filling quickly, and for good reason. Over two days you’ll learn:
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The science behind encapsulation chemistry
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How to build VLM into your existing service menu
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Processes for both carpet and upholstery
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How to price and sell VLM to new and existing clients
Many attendees leave with a clear plan to win and maintain commercial contracts using what they’ve learned.
StoneCare Direct & Paul Cranney: stone, tile and hard floor success
Adding hard floor services has been a game-changer for lots of previous delegates, and Paul Cranney from StoneCare Direct has played a huge role in that.
His courses combine deep technical knowledge of stone and tile with highly practical process and product training.
Stone & Tile Floor Restoration – 2 Days (UK)
📅 3rd – 4th March 2026
📅 22nd – 23rd September 2026
Across two days you’ll cover:
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Surface assessment and identification
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Cleaning, restoration and protection processes
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Use of machines, diamonds, honing powders and chemistry
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Real-world scenarios you’ll actually see on jobs
Cleaners regularly report that after this course they feel confident quoting and delivering work they’d previously walked away from.
Surface ID & Maintenance – 1 Day (UK)
📅 2nd March 2026
📅 21st September 2026
Hands up if you’ve ever walked into a job and thought: “I’m not 100% sure what this floor actually is…”
This one-day course exists to fix that. You’ll learn how to:
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Correctly identify a wide range of surfaces
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Choose the right maintenance methods and products
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Avoid expensive mistakes caused by misidentification
It’s a brilliant add-on if you’re serious about stone and tile – or if you just want to stop guessing.
Floor Care Essentials: Cleaning, Stripping & Sealing – 1 Day (UK)
📅 5th March 2026
📅 24th September 2026
This course is ideal if you want to add hard floor cleaning and sealing to your services without jumping straight into full restoration.
You’ll cover:
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Cleaning techniques for common floor types
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Stripping existing finishes correctly
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Applying seals and finishes for a professional result
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Practical hints and tips that only come from years on the tools
What it’s like training at Cleanspec Cumbria
All courses run 9:00am–4:00pm (approx.), with tea, coffee and a buffet lunch included.
At the Cleanspec Cumbria Training Centre in Penrith you’ll also find:
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A fully stocked showroom with machines, tools and chemicals you can see and handle
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Trainers and techs happy to talk through real-life challenges you’re facing
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A friendly mix of new starters and experienced operators, so there’s always someone to bounce ideas off
Many attendees tell us they get just as much value from the conversations in the breaks as they do from the formal teaching.
Ready to book your 2026 training?
Places are limited and 2026 dates are already booking up fast.
👉 Check dates, prices and availability & book online:
cleanspec-cumbria.co.uk/collections/carpet-cleaning-courses
