You don't need to hire a professional carpet cleaner if you want a clean carpet.You can deep clean your carpets on your own.Make sure that you have already vacuumed and treated your carpet.A carpet cleaner that uses water and a special solution can remove dirt from carpets.You can use a dry cleaning solution if you don't want to wait for the carpet to dry.
Step 1: Pick up anything on the ground.
The carpet needs to be completely clear before you start cleaning it.Pick up anything from the ground.Throw out any debris or trash that is visible from the carpet.
Step 2: The furniture should be moved out of the way.
As much furniture as possible should be moved out of the room.Lift chairs, tables, TV stands, and other smaller items and take them to another room.If you have large heavy items that are difficult to move, such as couches or bookcases, you should put small pieces of aluminum foil under their feet.
Step 3: The carpet needs to be vacuumed first.
Before you clean the carpet,Vacuum the entire carpet to get as much dust and dirt out as possible.You can go over the entire floor if you want to.
Step 4: Pretreating stains.
You should try to get the stain out before you clean the whole carpet.Use a carpet cleaning solution to clean the area.Wait at least fifteen or twenty minutes.Do not rub the stain with a damp cloth or sponge.You can use shaving cream if you don't have a spot cleaning solution on hand.Wait 30 minutes before spraying the cream on the stain.It's a good idea to spray the spot with vinegar.It's a good idea to wipe away any leftover messes.To make your own spot cleaning solution, mix 1 cup (75 g) of salt, 1/2 cup (100 g), and 4 cup (59 mL).Wait until the paste dries before you clean it up.Baking soda or washing soda can be used if you don't have Borax.
Step 5: Rent or purchase a carpet cleaner.
A carpet cleaner is a special machine that looks like a vacuum, but it uses steam and special cleaning solution to deep clean your carpets.If you deep clean your carpets more than once a year, you may want to invest in a carpet cleaner.If you are not ready to commit, you can rent these machines from a variety of stores.Make sure you get a cleaner that is easy to use.The machine will weigh more when you fill it with water.If you rent a steam cleaner, you will have to buy your own cleaning solution.Next to the machine is where the cleaning solution is sold.It can be found in the cleaning aisle of the store.
Step 6: The machine should be filled.
The water and cleaning solution needs to be put in the tank.The manual for each brand of carpet cleaner has slightly different instructions.Before adding water to a small tank, you should add a certain amount of formula.Some carpet cleaners have a separate tank for water.Plug the machine in once you have filled the tank.Plug in the machine before you add the water and cleaning solution.If someone in your home has respiratory issues or is uncomfortable with the use of chemicals, you can use a cup of white vinegar instead of cleaning solution in the tank.If you need to do a second cleaning for the best results, be aware that this may void the warranty.
Step 7: A test spot needs to be cleaned.
Make sure the cleaning solution doesn't change the color of your carpet or leave stains.A patch of carpet is usually covered by furniture.Use the carpet cleaner on that small part.You don't want to use it on your entire carpet if you notice any discoloration.
Step 8: Go away from the door.
Place yourself as far away from the door as you can.Slowly you will go across the room as you move the cleaner over the carpet.You want to end at the door so that you can leave when you are done.If the carpet is still dirty, let it sit for a few hours and then wash it again.You may be trapped in a corner if you start by the door.You have to walk over the carpet to leave.
Step 9: To let the room dry, open doors and windows.
The carpet will take a long time to dry.Make sure that there is enough air circulating.Keep the doors and windows open in the room.It will prevent mold from forming in the carpet while it is wet.If you have pets or children, use baby gates to keep them out of the room while the carpet dries.The drying process can be aided by fans and dehumidifiers in the room.These can help reduce the amount of mold.
Step 10: Don't drink the water.
Unless you're told to do so by the manufacturer or store, you shouldn't pour the water down the drain.If you rent a carpet cleaner, the store may ask you to return the full amount of water you used.They can dispose of the water in a responsible manner.If the store doesn't want you to return the steam cleaner full, you should call your local water treatment facility to find out how to dispose of the water.
Step 11: Purchase a solution for cleaning carpets.
There are many ways to clean carpets.These powders contain a detergent that is meant to break down dirt in the carpet.Some of them may have a small amount of water.You can buy them at a store.Love my Carpet, Arm and Hammer, Host, and Carpet Fresh are some popular brands.Dry cleaning won't remove stains from the carpet.If your carpet is dirty, you may want to use a carpet cleaner.
Step 12: Put the cleaning solution over the carpet.
According to the instructions on the label, measure out the correct amount of solution.It should be spread over your carpet.There needs to be an even amount over the entire carpet.Don't use too much.You can get fine white powder on your clothing and furniture even after you vacuum it up.The instructions for the dry cleaning solution should be followed.To get the solution into the carpet, you may need a hand brush or dry cleaning brush.You may need to wait 15-20 minutes before vacuuming up the powder.
Step 13: The carpet has to be vacuumed.
You should vacuum the carpet after you've worked the solution into it.If you want to make sure you have removed all of the powder from the carpet, you should go over it a few times with your vacuum.You may need to vacuum again if you find white powder on your furniture or clothing after vacuuming.You don't need to wait for the carpet to dry.You are done cleaning when it is vacuumed.