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Carpet Cleaning Secrets

By , About.com GuideNovember 29, 2011

When you have carpeting in your home stains can be a nasty problem to deal with. This is especially true if it is light or white in color. The key to preventing stains from settling into the fibers and becoming permanent is to react as quickly as possible. The more liquid that you can soak up immediately, the less you will have to live with for the life of the carpet.

The ingredients for many common carpet cleaning solutions can already be found in your home. This includes substances such as baking soda, vinegar, and dish washing detergent. However in extreme cases it may be necessary to go to the next level, and rent a steam cleaning machine.

With deep set in stains you may actually need to get the help of a professional. Just make sure that any chemical cleansers used are safe for interiors, and are applied in a well ventilated area.

What are your carpet cleaning secrets? Let us know in the comments below!

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