Sometimes unforeseen circumstances occur, due to which the carpet can become very dirty. If it is not cleaned in time, it will forever lose its former appearance, so that it will only be thrown away.
To prevent this from happening, we recommend several ways to clean a very dirty carpet, which are suitable even for large or old stains.
We use tools that everyone has at home:
- soda;
- vinegar;
- household soap;
- ammonia.
We clean the strip with soda
Cleaning a very dirty carpet is a difficult task that requires a lot of effort. If you are not sure whether you can remove the dirt yourself, we recommend contacting a dry cleaner, where professionals will do everything for you.
If you are cleaning on your own, test all products on a small, inconspicuous area of the carpet before you begin.
Soda is a universal means for cleaning and removing unpleasant odors. It has a unique ability to absorb any dirt. This is especially true if animal urine got on the carpet. Simply pour the required amount of baking soda on the stain, spread and wait 30 minutes to an hour. After that, vacuum.
Vinegar for fresh stains
Another effective way to clean a carpet from dirt at home is a vinegar solution. Mix 2 tablespoons of vinegar in 0.5 liters of water and apply to the surface with a stiff brush or sponge. Blot the stain and let the solution dry. After-vacuum the mat.
The method is not suitable for old, ingrained dirt. There are other means for this.
Household soap from old dirt
If nothing helps, and you don’t know how to clean the carpet from dirt, heavy artillery comes to the rescue. Household soap is known for the fact that it is a method proven for years to remove even those stains that have been eaten.
You need to rub a piece of soap on a grater, pour it into warm water and stir. Pour the mixture into a spray bottle and apply to the surface. Allow to dry completely and vacuum. This method is suitable for relatively fresh stains.
If the dirt is already in, dissolve the grated soap in water and rub the area with the stain with a brush until it washes off. After that, take clean water and wipe the soapy area with a sponge or a clean cloth. At the end, you need to hang the mat to dry in a well-ventilated place. After it is completely dry, vacuum it on medium power.
Rubbing alcohol for preventive cleaning
After some time of use, carpets can become dirty or “salty”. It can be imperceptible if you don’t look closely, but if you don’t clean them for a long time, it will be difficult to deal with serious, large pollution on your own. It is much easier to do preventive cleaning at least once a year – the rug will never be dirty.
To do this, mix 10 ml of alcohol (2-3 tablespoons) in 0.5 l of water. Pour the mixture into a spray bottle and treat the surface with a sponge. Leave until completely dry and vacuum. You will notice how much softer the surface will become, and the colors will be brighter.
Contact the professionals
If the carpet is too dirty and you don’t want to accidentally ruin it by trying to clean it yourself, call our dry cleaners. We have means that remove any kind of dirt. Even removing dried gum and stains that have eaten in is a simple matter for us.
Your rug will look new, clean and bright after a professional cleaning. We recommend giving it for preventive maintenance at least once every few years, even if it does not look dirty. This will help prevent the appearance of dust mites and unpleasant odors.
