Before you hire a professional to clean your carpets, here are some DIY methods you can try to remove dirt and stains.

13/11/2019

Before hiring a professional to clean your carpets, there are DIY methods you can use to try and remove dirt and stains. Surprisingly, common household solutions you already hand on hand can come together to tackle even the toughest stains. Learn more about the best options for homemade carpet cleaners to help you take care of stains that occur.

Beer

Now it may sound crazy, but beer can actually help to remove coffee and tea stains. If you have spilled either liquid, the spot needs to be cleaned as quickly as possible to avoid major staining. Take a little bit of beer and pour it on top of the stain. Rub it lightly and the stain should magically disappear. You may need to use the beer a few times before the full stain is lifted.

Ammonia

If you are looking for a general cleanser for your carpeting, ammonia is a great option. Use one cup of clear ammonia in two liters of warm water. Sponge the solution on your carpeting in stained or dirty areas and let it dry completely. Repeat the process if the stain remains.

Shaving Cream

Most people have shaving cream in the home. Did you know shaving cream can be used to remove juice stains? Blot the stain, pat it with a wet rag or sponge and then put shaving cream on top. Wipe clean with wet rag and watch as the stain is removed. It also works for oil and grease stains.

Salt for Red Wine

If you spill red wine on carpeting, never fear! Use a little white wine to dilute it. Clean the spot with cold water and a sponge. Then, sprinkle the stain with salt. Wait 10 minutes and then vacuum the area, with the stain disappearing!

Borax Cleaning

Many homeowners have borax for cleaning. The product can be used for cleaning carpeting when you have a stain. Dampen the stained area and rub it with borax. Let it dry, then vacuum the spot or use a soapy water and vinegar solution of equal parts and let the area dry. This can work well to remove stains of all kinds!

WD-40 for Ink

Spilled ink on your carpeting? Never fear! Spray the spot with WD-40 and wait two minutes. Use a regular carpet cleaner or warm soapy water to clean the stain. Repeat the process until the stain is removed.

Hydrogen Peroxide

If you cannot tell what a stain is, hydrogen peroxide can do the trick. Mix one teaspoon of 3% hydrogen peroxide with cream of tarter and rub the paste on the stain. Rinse the area and watch as the stain is gone.

These are just a few DIY treatment options you can use to clean your carpeting. Give these remedies a try when stains pop up on your carpeting to see the stains removed. For larger, dirtier areas, rely on expert trade professionals to ensure your carpeting is neat and tidy.