Thứ Sáu, 7 tháng 10, 2016

Removing Old Stains From Carpets

First off, it is always best to get to any stain immediately.  However, since this isn't always possible, many times the stain has dried into the carpet and will be difficult to remove.  For a coffee stain, use some foamy shaving cream and rub gently with a clean soft cloth.  Use a dry rag to get up excess.  If the stain is still there, repeat.  A paste can be made of baking soda and water.  Spread it onto the stain and let it dry.  When it is dry, vacuum it up.  If the stain is not gone, mix 1 part vinegar with 2 parts water and spray the stain.  Remove excess water with a dry cloth.  When the stain is gone, lay several paper towels over the wet area and step on the stain to help remove the water.  When dry, vacuum.
When working on a stain, you should work from the outside in to prevent the stain from getting larger.  You should always try the stain remover you are using on an inconspicuous part of the carpet first to be sure it doesn't fade the carpet.  A homemade cleaner of 1/4 teaspoon of non-bleach dishwashing detergent mixed with 32 ounces of water makes a good cleaning solution for many stains.
If chewing gum has gotten into the carpet, use an ice cube to freeze the gum, then strike it with a blunt object to shatter it.  Clean up the pieces and vacuum.  For wax, oil, or grease, place a folded paper towel over the area and iron with a warm iron.  Repeat if necessary.
If none of these methods do the trick, consider calling in the professionals.  Crystal Clean Carpet Care in Kearney, Nebraska, provides effective, safe carpet cleaning services, as well as upholstery cleaning, carpet repair, and carpet sales and installation.

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