How to Clean Carpets Without Using a Carpet Cleaner
If you have carpet in your home, at some point you will need to clean it. However, not all carpet cleaning requires the use of a carpet cleaning machine to take care of the problem. Sometimes carpets only require a small cleaning to remove the offending stain or substance. You can clean a carpet without renting a carpet cleaning machine.
Supplies
Dishwashing soap
White Vinegar
Borax
Salt
Baking Soda
Bowl
Measuring cup
Brush with nylon bristles
Spray bottle
Towel
- Remove small unsightly stains by mixing one cup of warm water with the soap. Dip the brush into the soap mixture and scrub gently on the stained area. Mix one 1/2 cup of vinegar and 1/2 cup of water into a spray bottle. Let the mixture stand about 15 minutes, then clean with a wet towel.
- Use club soda to remove wine stains. Fill the spray bottle and apply to the carpet. Let it stand for approximately 10 minutes. Use a towel to blot the area until it is dry and the stain is removed.
- Try removing bubble gum or candle wax with ice. Apply the ice directly to the substance and allow it to harden. Pick it up from the carpet.
- Remove grease and stubborn dirt stains, by sprinkling a mixture of salt and Borax, along with vinegar mist from your spray bottle. Allow the mixture to dry overnight and simply vacuum up.
- Use a light mist of hydrogen peroxide to remove blood or spaghetti sauce stains. Let it sit for two minutes then blot with warm water. However, it is a good idea to test a small unseen area of the carpet, to be sure it will not strip out the color before using this method.
- Deodorize your carpets with baking soda. Sprinkle a light amount over your carpet, let stand for 10 minutes, then vacuum.