How to Make your Carpet Last Forever
It is a proven fact that a good looking carpet is the most important component to a homes appearance, but replacing a carpet is expensive. You want your carpet to last as long as possible. Use the following tips to extend the life of your carpet: Tip 1: Padding is important, ideally no more than [...] Read more »
Carpet Blood Stain Removal
It is easiest to remove blood when it is still wet. Dried blood stains are notoriously harder to remove. Also be sure throughout the process to blot the stain, not rub it, as this will only push the stain further into the carpet fibers. Use the following steps along with the appropriate cleaning solution for [...] Read more »
How to Remove Red Wine from Carpet
Red wine spills are quite common. Here are a couple of strategies to get the red out. Keep in mind that the sooner you treat the spot the better chance you have of success. Before using either method, test on an inconspicuous area such as the inside corner of a closet. Plan A Step 1: [...] Read more »
Get Coffee Out of Carpet
Coffee has different effects on different types of carpets, but the best way to avoid permanent staining is to clean the area as soon as possible. If coffee sits for a few days it may never come out completely. Plan A: Tonic Water Step 1: Start by blotting up as much of the liquid as [...] Read more »
How to Remove Chewing Gum from Carpet
To remove chewing gum from carpet, get out your electric hair dryer and some Ben Gay. Step by Step Step 1: Heat the gum, being careful not to melt the carpet fibers. Its a good idea to test in an inconspicuous area first, such as the inside corner of a closet. Step 2: Use a [...] Read more »
Cleaning Pet Vomit from Carpet
The key is to start cleaning the pet vomit as soon as possible. Baking soda and dish soap are two household products that work very well when cleaning up pet vomit out of a carpet. Part 1: Get the bulk out. Use a knife to carefully skim the surface of the carpet to remove as [...] Read more »