You may have wondered how a carpet stays clean with numerous pets and three kids while others look like a battleground of Kool-aid, odors, and grime. It might be because one of these people understands that to keep your carpets clean and fresh, you have to act before the accidents. There are a number of preventative measures for keeping your carpets clean, even if you have four kids, two dogs, and a cat.
No Shoes
Making all the difference in the livelihood of your carpet is this one rule. Before, we will ensure the no shoes rule all the time because we often start with good intentions. But then laziness will set in and then everyone will be walking on your nice, clean carpet with their dirty shoes. If you want your carpet to remain permanently cleaner, then you need to enforce the no shoes rule all the time.
No food
The no food rule on the carpet is another common sense and important rule. Try to do your best because it’s understandable that this rule is harder to enforce if you have kids. Food and liquids, in addition to pets, are your carpet’s worst nightmare.
Vacuuming
Vacuuming should be done at least once a week but it’s better if you vacuum more. Dirt and dust will be kept from building up and dust and allergies will be kept at bay. Don’t forget to vacuum beneath your furniture.
Steam cleaning
A great way to ensure the longevity of your carpets is to steam clean them. Depending on the state of your carpet, rent a steam cleaner or hire professionals every four to six months. If you’re worried about the price then shop around because the price ranges can dramatically differ for the same service.
Stains should be removed immediately
The longer you let them sit, the longer they have to soak in which is why stains should be immediately cleaned up. Blot at the stain with a mild soap like dish detergent (Dawn and Joy are great), but never scrub. Scrubbing a stain can cause it to spread and wear the fibers of your carpet. Besides mild detergents, vinegar and club soda also work well. If these methods didn’t work or if the stains are darker and caused by wine, juice, or pet accidents, and what you can do is sprinkle baking soda or salt over the stain and after you’ve let it soak in, vacuum it up. Avoid using heat to dry a stain because it will seal it into your carpet.
To ensure your carpet’s longetivity and beauty, the easiest way is to keep your carpet clean. This is easy enough and you just have to remind yourself to be faithful to your carpet. It should last many years and many guests to come as long as you treat it well.
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