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Simple tips to clean your carpets

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Carpets are very common household item that is used for flooring as well as decorating your house.  Carpets are no doubt one of the most useful items, but it also compiles dirt and stains every day. Some carpets are so big and heavy that it is very difficult to clean it at homes, and then you have to send it to professionals for cleaning. This whole process is going to take time and also create a hole in your pocket. Ron Conti from Cut-rite Carpets1 gives you some simple tips which will help you in cleaning and maintaining big carpets at home itself. And since these are called simple tips, there won’t be much of an effort following them.

  • Always keep a mat or rugs at every door, so that whenever anyone comes from outside they will first step on the mat or rugs. Mat or rugs are able to take out dirt, dust, mud etc. from the bottom of your shoes.
  • Vacuum Cleaner is available in every home. You can use it to clean your carpets. It is the easiest way to clean and maintain your carpets. Regular vacuum cleaning may prolong the life of your carpets. You can also add baking soda to the bag in vacuum cleaner to fight odors.
  • If there are kids in your house, then it is quite possible that kids may spill some juice, milk or ice cream or any liquid items. In that case, simply damp that particular area with water, add some soda or vinegar and use a dry cloth to remove the stains. Always remember, don’t use too much water and never scrub your carpet or you will end up ruining your carpet fibers.
  • You can also mix non bleach detergents with water and use that solution to clean the stained area. Don’t rub the area, simply dab it with a clean cloth. And after that, rinse it with clear water.
  • For some tough stains like blood, wine or vomit, you can use ammonia (1tbsp) with water (1cup) or chlorine and water in the ratio of 1:5 to treat it. Before using this kind of solution, you should be aware of the type of the carpet you have.
  • When any type of liquid spills over your carpet, immediately throw a small cloth or towel to soak the excess liquid. It also prevents the carpet from stains.
  • Use carpet deodorizer to remove any kind of smell from your carpets or else you can sprinkle some baking soda into carpets, leave it for few hours. After that you can vacuum it up.
  • You must clean your carpets in every 12 to 18 months. Especially if the carpet is placed in areas where more people come or if you have light colored carpet and kids, you need to take proper and regular care.
  • Always follow the manufacturer’s cleaning guidelines. You can also hire a steam carpet cleaner. (Ref: Carpets, http://cutritecarpets.com/Carpet.html)

1. Cut-rite Carpets:

Cut-rite carpets and Design Center, Inc. is known for carpeting, remnants, area rugs, wood, laminate & vinyl flooring, commercial carpeting and window treatments. Cut-Rite Carpet & Design Center has been serving Westchester County and other local counties for over 34 years.  For any queries call at (914) 725-9098 or visit our office located at 825 White Plains Road (Rt. 22), Scarsdale, NY 10583. You can also send mails at ronconti@cutritecarpets.com. Visit www.cutritecarpets.com for more details.

 


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