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 Carpet
Cleaning Tips Using Non-chemicals
Keeping your carpet
clean is essential, but you may not know everything about how to clean
it properly and efficiently.
Here are some tips to help you with
this necessary chore:
The goal is to get your carpet clean as
quickly as possible so you can do other things, like relax on the patio
or go to a movie!
There are many different types of carpets and cleaning supplies on the
market. First, know what type of carpet you have, and second, choose the
cleaning products that are right for your carpet. Some carpet products
are misleading. Always read the label. Decide whether you want to use a
non-chemical product that you make at home or a chemical product that
you buy at the store.
Your Type of Carpet
What type of carpet do you have? What is it made of? Synthetic fiber,
wool, cotton, or another natural material? If synthetic, what type of
synthetic material? Be sure the cleaning product you choose is safe for
the type of carpet you have. In addition, consider the construction of
your carpet. A braided rug, for example, can come loose if you use a
powerful vacuum on it. You need to shake it out frequently.
Look at the tag on your carpet and read any instructions that came with
your carpet on how to care for it. If there is no tag and no
instructions, you can return to the store where you bought the carpet
and find out what type of carpet you have and ask for advice on cleaning
products.
How To Clean a Carpet
To keep your carpet clean using non-chemical products, follow these
tips:
• As soon as a spill hits your carpet, or you notice a soiled spot,
clean it up right away. Don’t ignore it or put it off to another day.
Use a white cloth or white paper towels to blot up the liquid. Don’t
scrub, as this will likely set the stain further. Just apply steady
pressure to the area until you have blotted up as much as possible.
• Dilute a mild dish detergent with warm
water and dab it onto the stain. After a few minutes, blot the stain to
remove the soapy water.
• If the stain persists, try hydrogen
peroxide on a hidden area of the carpet to make sure it’s safe for your
carpet type. If it is safe, dab it onto the stain, wait a few minutes,
then blot it up.
• If water, a detergent solution, or
hydrogen peroxide don’t work to remove the stain, call a professional to
treat it. They will know how to use more powerful chemicals to remove
it.
In addition to cleaning up spills and spots as soon as you become aware
of them, your carpet should be vacuumed every week and thoroughly
cleaned every six months. If you don’t own a carpet cleaning machine,
you can rent one at many different places. If you don’t want to do it
yourself, you can call the professionals to come out and you and the
family can have a day off at the park!
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