If you haven’t cleaned your carpet for a while, now is the time. Experts believe that carpets hold 4000 times more bacteria than the average toilet.
There might be dust mites, actual dust, food spills, stains, pet hair, and a lot more debris that is virtually invisible.
We’re sure that this is more than enough motivation for you to clean your carpet. So, to make it easy for you, Ecofix’s carpet cleaning services is giving you the best ways to clean your carpet at home.
How to Clean a Carpet at Home: Step-by-Step Guide
- First Get Everything You Need to Clean
Carpet cleaning isn’t easy, so you’ll need some cleaning supplies:
- A vacuum cleaner
- A non-toxic carpet cleaning solution
- Soft-bristle brush or sponge
- Clean white cloths or towels
- Bucket and spray bottle
- Begin by Vacuuming Your Carpet
Using a vacuum cleaner is probably the easiest method to clean your carpet but it is far from the most effective method since they don’t have to power to clean stains and suck microbes. Either way, here is how to properly vacuum your carpet:
- Move furniture and objects because you might want to vacuum the entire floor and not just the carpet.
- Your vacuum may have an attachment that helps with carpeted floors, choose that.
- Move the vacuum cleaner slowly over the carpet in overlapping strokes. First vacuum in one direction, then perpendicular to that. This lift fibers and sucks embedded dirt.
- Don’t forget to vacuum the underside of the carpet as well. You’ll be surprised to see the amount of dust under your carpet.
- Pre-Treat Carpet Stains Before Cleaning
Stains are tough to remove. We know. But try these steps and you might be able to remove most stains.
- Apply a small amount of your cleaning solution to an unseen area to check if it discolors or damages the carpet.
- Spray or blot the cleaning solution onto the stain.
- Use a soft-bristle brush or sponge to gently work the solution into the stain. Do not scrub harshly.
- Let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
- Use a clean white cloth to blot the area.
“But Which Carpet Cleaning Solution Should I Choose?”
Don’t worry, we have an answer for that as well:
- You can choose any off-the-shelf cleaning solution from the supermarket.
- Or if you’re worried about chemicals, choose eco-friendly options that you can buy online.
- But the best way is to make a mixture of one part distilled white vinegar to three parts cold water. It’s non toxic and works wonders.
- Step-by-Step Process to Deep Clean Your Carpet
Okay, now comes the part where you actually start cleaning.
- Use a spray bottle to apply the solution evenly over the carpet.
- Gently scrub the carpet using a soft-bristle brush to work the cleaning solution into the fibers.
- Some cleaning solutions require rinsing. If so, use clean water to rinse the carpet.
- Use a wet-dry vacuum.
- Let the carpet dry completely before walking on it.
- Once the carpet is dry, vacuum it to lift the fibers and remove any dust.
Common Carpet Stains and How to Remove them
No one can run away from carpet stains. But when it does happen, you’ll remove any kind of stain, because you read this blog from Ecofix – the best sofa and carpet cleaning Dubai has to offer.
- Best Ways to Clean Coffee and Wine Stains from Carpet
As soon as u see a spill, take a cloth to absorb as much of it as possible. Then mix 1 tablespoon of dish soap, 1 tablespoon of white vinegar, and 2 cups of warm water. Use a clean cloth to soak this solution to the stain.
- Tips for Removing Mud and Dirt from Carpet Fibers
The trick here is to let the mud dry first. If the mud is still wet, any efforts to clean it will only spread the mud. After drying, you can vacuum the loose particles, then use a soapy water mixture.
- How to Remove Blood Stains from Carpet
Blood stains are infamous for permanently leaving a mark on fabric. Carpets are no exception. But if you immediately put some ice on the blood stain, it will become easier to rub off. Then add some hydrogen peroxide to the area. Rinse.
- Removing Ink Stains from Carpet
The only effective way to remove ink stains is with some isopropyl alcohol. It’s the major ingredient in hand sanitizers. So if you can’t get isopropyl alcohol, a hand sanitizer spray might do the trick.
- How to Remove Food Stains on Carpet
Food spills are usually easy to remove, unless you use many spices like turmeric. Lift any solid food remains. Use a clean cloth to wipe the remaining residue.
If the food stain is oily, use small amount of baking soda to absorb the oil. Then mix a few drops of dish soap with warm water and apply to the stain.
- Removing Watercolor Paint Stains from Carpet
Watercolor paints are generally easier to remove due to their water solubility. You’ll definitely need the help of a professional cleaner if it is any other type of paint.
But for watercolor stains, use a clean cloth to absorb as much of that paint. Then mix a few drops of dish soap with some warm water and apply it to the stain. Soak the area, and rinse until it’s gone.
How Often Should You Clean Your Carpet?
We’ve cleaned thousands of carpets in Dubai, and from our experience, we suggest that you deep clean carpets every 12 to 18 months. You can of course vacuum them daily, and do the occasional DIY carpet cleaning as well. But when it comes to deep cleaning, it is always best to hire carpet deep cleaning services in Dubai.
With Ecofix, you’ll get the most effective carpet cleaning in the UAE, along with the added benefit of using only ecofriendly cleaning products.