Did you know that quite a few of the common household cleaning agents you would normally reach for to clean a carpet stain will actually damage your carpet forever?
Did you know that clear liquid detergents are better for carpet stain removing than opaque ones?
How about this: When blotting to clean a carpet stain, should you work outward or inward?
Check out the tips for cleaning carpet stains below. You’ll be surprised how enlightening they are, and how much sense they make.
TIPS FOR CLEANING CARPET STAINS:
1) Keep the right carpet stain cleaning supplies handy in a place all their own.
Collect the following items:
A clear, see-through liquid detergent (non-transparent liquid detergents can leave a residue that attracts yet more dirt).
At least one spot remover that cuts grease, such as Energine.
Ammonia, mixed one tablespoon to one cup of water (not to be used on wool).
Non-oily polish remover.
One part white vinegar mixed with one part water.
Club soda.
White paper towels or cloths.
2) The correct way to clean carpet stains is to first collect as much of the offending...