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Three Weird Ways To Protect Your Carpet
By Scott Otis
The most common things to have on hand to protect your carpet from stains are powdered laundry detergent, a clean toothbrush, foamy shaving cream and a kitchen spoon ladle.
Powdered laundry detergent will protect the carpet from staining because it will absorb the stain rather than soak into the stain. Using a clean toothbrush you will need to move the detergent around the area of where the stain needs to be absorbed. Never rub the stain, as it will only allow the stain to penetrate deeper into the carpet fibers and this can cause damage to the carpet’s backing and reduce the life of the carpet. Once you see the stain has been absorbed into the detergent, scoop it up with a kitchen spoon ladle. Allow the carpet to dry and then vacuum thoroughly.
Foamy shaving cream should be applied to the carpet when you are treating household stains such as coffee, tea, blood, ketchup, spaghetti sauce or any tomato-based stain. Using a clean toothbrush, move the shaving cream around in the area of the stain. Do not rub the stain, but allow the foam to bring the stain to the surface, then scoop it up with a kitchen spoon ladle. Rinse the area with cold water, but do not soak the area. Then blot the area with a clean cloth or towel. Allow the carpet to dry naturally or use a hair dryer or fan to dry the area.
Waterless hand cleaner should be applied to the carpet when you are treating more stubborn stains such as oil, grease, pop or bubble gum. Using a clean toothbrush, move the hand cleaner around in the area of the stain. Again, do not rub the stain, but allow the hand cleaner to bring the stain to the surface and you will be able to scoop it up with a kitchen spoon ladle. Then blot the area with a clean cloth or towel. After the area is dry, you can vacuum it to insure all the stain has been re-moved.
The best way to protect your carpet is to have it professionally cleaned and stain protected every 12 to 18 months.
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