Who doesn't love a good carpet?
In addition to being an excellent accessory for furnishing without being too invasive,
in winter it also helps to save a little on heating , making the rooms warm and
welcoming. The only problem with carpets is, as you could imagine, their
cleaning and maintenance: hair, dust and hair can accumulate in the carpet's
texture, triggering allergies and favoring the formation of germs and bacteria.
If you have rooms with carpeting,
this problem becomes even more "serious", being even larger surfaces
covered with a receptacle of dust and bacteria: it is not necessary, however,
to resort to professional cleaning at all costs. With our advice, in fact, you
can keep the carpet clean and tidy, removing even the most stubborn stains,
using ingredients you have at home .
Before you start: 5 things to know
Never rub. It is important to act in time (ie as soon as possible)
on the stain to remove it effectively, but rubbing the stain trying to
"erase" it will make the situation worse, making the stain penetrate
even deeper.
Dab is the most appropriate choice. Pour some lukewarm water over
the stain and dab with a clean cloth or rag. Repeat the operation from the
outside to the inside and change the cloth regularly, once it is dirty.
The remedy you didn't think about: shampoo! If dabbing with water
is not enough, you need to resort to "strong" ways ... try
shampooing! Shampoo or one of those mousses for carpet cleaning are certainly
cheaper than a real professional service, but they can help to obtain good
results.
Plan ahead. Some cleaners need to "rest" a few hours to
act properly, so make sure you have enough time to leave the cleansing product
in action. Also, inform your roommates and other family members about the
cleanliness in action, so they know they will have to avoid the room with the
carpet or that they will not be able to walk on the carpet in question.
Test the product. Always check that the detergent you are using is
not too aggressive: use a small part of it on a "hidden" area, for
example in a corner or on the part of the carpet that is then covered by the
sofa or table. Make sure that the product does not alter the colors or the fabric.
Clean the carpet with natural ingredients
Many of the products that you
have at home are also cleaning substances that can help you clean . We have
already seen it with the oven , the fridge , the silver ... obviously many of
these substances are also very good for cleaning carpets. You are ready? Here
is our list:
1. Salt
Salt is the ideal solution for
red wine stains : sprinkle the stain with salt and leave to act. When the salt
has also turned red, start dabbing with a cloth (also soaked with water and
salt) and repeat the procedure, until the stain disappears. If the red wine
stain is already dry, you can wash it off ... with white wine ! Mix some with
water and use the mixture to wash away the red spot.
2. Baking soda
Baking soda is a versatile and
incredible natural solution to use against different types of dirt and stains
(it is also ideal for neutralizing bad smells, in the bathroom or in the trash
bin ). To use it on stained carpets, sprinkle the stain with baking soda and
then pour a little lukewarm water over it (do not overdo it, it could be
counterproductive) and start dabbing gently. Repeat the operation changing the
cloth you use to dab, until the stain has completely disappeared.
3. Lemon
Lemon juice is also an excellent
agent for removing stains and disinfecting, sometimes a few drops are enough,
or adding the peel to your natural detergents, you will intensify its
effectiveness. Its action is very similar to the bleach effect, for this reason
you can only use it on white or light surfaces.
4. Shaving foam
Believe it or not, shaving foam
can be an excellent and economical alternative to mousses and specific
detergents for
Carpet Cleaning in Coventry. The
important thing is to check that it is a type of colorless foam without additives.
To treat the stain, sprinkle it with shaving foam and leave for about 20
minutes, then clean what remains with a sponge, and then dab gently with a damp
cloth.
5. Steam cleaning
While natural ingredients and
do-it-yourself remedies are ideal for removing persistent stains, investing in
a good steam cleaner can definitely be a good idea if you are fond of carpets
or have carpeting in different rooms.
While homemade remedies are ideal
for single points and particular areas, a steam cleaner is a wise investment
because it gives you the opportunity to clean the carpet in a
"generic" way, as often as you want. Make sure to clean the carpet at
least every six months, but this may not be enough if you have pets or a large
family (ie: messy).
Here is our practical and useful
carpet cleaning tips. And what do you do to clean the carpets? Let us know in
the comments section below!
