Carpets add beauty and color to any living space and in many cases people choose a color that matches their furniture. If your carpet is light in color then you have to be more careful when cleaning your carpet. Unfortunately carpets, whether they are dark or light do get stains over time. Below are a few tips that can help you to effectively clean food spills from your carpet;
Act quickly:
As soon as something spills on the carpet, make sure you act quickly before the stains sink deep. Take a clean damp cloth or sponge and dab the area until the stain is gone. Do not wait until the stain is dry. Avoid scrubbing because you will be weakening the carpet fabric.
Use Vinegar on Carpet Stains:
Vinegar is known to be one of the most effective all purpose cleaner in the home. If some food has spilled on the carpet, use vinegar and warm water solution to remove the stains. If the stain is deep just pour a little solution on the stain and wait for a few minutes before you wipe the solution off. Do not worry about the smell of the vinegar, because it will disappear within a few days.
Using Bicarbonate of Soda:
You can apply some soda and water directly on the carpet that has been stained. Wait for twenty minutes and then rinse with a clean damp cloth or a damp sponge. Soda is safe to use because its not toxic and not hazardous.
Use a Mild Detergent:
The most effective one will be a mild dishwashing liquid especially the one that does not contain bleach or alkali. Dishwashing liquid should work well for stains that are not too deep. When you rinse use water. When the stain is lifted, use a damp cloth to rinse or a damp sponge.
Only Use Certified Carpet Cleaning Products:
If the stains are stubborn you may need to use some commercial products on the market; but make sure the carpet cleaning solution you are using it green certified. It is important to make sure that the chemical that you are going to use is safe for the environment and your family as well. Try a product like Hydrogen peroxide but you need to test on a small piece first before you can apply it. It is recommended that you read the instructions on the container. If you are not sure it is best to ask the carpet manufacturer about the best stain remover.
Get Professional Help:
If you are dealing with really stubborn food stains, then you may also need to call a professional carpet cleaner. When you do call a carpet cleaner make sure they are certified and that the products they use are safe and not hazardous to our mother nature.
