I’m wondering if someone can give me some tips on how to clean carpets. One of the rooms in my house has an absolutely hideous carpet and it will take more than an ordinary carpet cleaner to get it clean again. There are stains from things that have probably been spilled and just left there by the past owners of the house. They’re so bad that the carpet has gone hard there. So can anyone tell me what I can do to get rid of them? If I can’t find another way then I’ll have to hire a heavy duty carpet vacuum but I’d like to try something else before spending that much money. Thanks in advance for any help.

Honestly in a situation like this it’s best to hire a professional cleaner. It will probably cost around $100. I know that sounds like alot but when you let it get to that point of disrepair then there are only a few choices left.

My son smothered my carpet with sudocrem yesterday and i only noticed it today, i have tried scrubbing it hard but even the carpet cleaner isnt removing it, any good tips on removing it for good, my carpet is beige. Thanks

Hot water with something like lemon or white vinegar to break up the grease then shampoo to get the smell out if using vinegar.
Mop up the worst of it, set the iron at a low heat and place grease proof paper/kitchen roll over the carpet before gently ironing over it to try and lift the grease out onto the paper!!!
Good Luck!

general commercial cleaning I need tips to pricing the job as a cleaning windows floor care carpet cleaning help me where to bid for cleaning services….thank you

do a engine search , and it will come up with different sites to help…good luck

I know you tip Taxi drivers, waiters and hairdressers. But last week I had my carpet cleaned by a company and I had no idea if I should tip the cleaner or not. Then I got my dog groomed and didn’t know whether to tip the groomer. How do you know? And should I have tipped these people?

Did they do an absolute wonerful job, better than before.
Does your dog really like this person and tend to look better?

I tip…my lawn guys, car washers, paper delivery boy, mailman(holidays), pet groomer,pet waste removal company.

It also depend on teh price of teh service. If I think they are outrageous I won’t tip. If they are reasonable and the service is above average, I’ll tip!

OK, my cat, God lover her, has spewed all over my carpet – she’s bought up her biscuits, etc. I cleared it off as best I could, and had my carpets professionally cleaned about a week later, but there is still a brownish mark and the carpet cleaner said nothing he could do as acid from the cat’s stomach had wrecked it – anything more I could do to try and remove it – or any tips how I should clean it up next time she’s sick on the carpet (why is she never sick on the tiles???!!!)

Pet Vomit Stain and Odor Removal from Carpet
To remove a pet vomit stain or odor from your carpet, the newest technology uses peroxide and detergents to penetrate the soiled area for pet stain removal and odor deactivation. Simply spray a product such as PAWS – Pet Accident Washup Solution on the soiled area, and then allow it to penetrate for approximately five minutes. Using a clean white absorbent cloth, blot the area, pressing down firmly (do not rub) for 30 seconds. Repeat this blotting process until the area is dry. If the pet stain or odor persists, repeat the process. You can also try saturating the area with a 3% hydrogen peroxide solution. Let it sit for a few minutes. Then, using a clean white absorbent cloth, blot the area, pressing down firmly (do not rub) for 30 seconds. Repeat this blotting process until the area is dry. If the pet stain or odor persists, repeat the process. Another option is baking soda, which can be used to eliminate surface (but not deeply penetrated) odors. Dampen the area with clean water and then sprinkle baking soda over it. Rub the baking soda into the soiled area and let dry; brush or vacuum to remove the dry material.

I used one of those machines to clean a rug and it’s left it all streaky. I want to start again when it’s dry and not using the machine..so can anyone tell me what carpet cleaner to use or has any tips or suggestions. Any help appreciated. How do you clean your rugs/carpets?

If your have the extractor you can still clean fairly good. I used to clean proffesionaly with a bonnet cleaner and extracter. If you don’t have a bonnet cleaner then just spot treat the areas which are soiled the most. You can also take some laundry detergent and add a little to bucket of water. Add just enough till water feels slippery. Then go around and scrubb soiled areas with a hand brush, that are the worst. This is called spot treating. Then suck up these areas with the extractor. I think the streaky look is becaues of the way you pull the wand across the rug. You do however want the fibers to be lifted and not flat. This makes for a faster drying time. So pull back the wand the opposite way that the fibers lay causing them to stand up and look fluffy. If you go the other way it will cause it to look flat. Oh, and don’t add boiling water to machine there are plastic parts and seals in machine which will be damaged by hot water. You can use hot water but not boiling…

I need to know how to attack the carpets stains I have. I hate the stains, I only have a few and they’re ugly and makes the room look dirty even when the room is cleaned. I’m going to borrow my mom’s shampoo vaccume but I know it’s not going to do the job completely. The carpet is a light tan/beige color. Any tips that works? I don’t want to go out and buy products that may not work because I’m clueless. Thanks in advance =)

I use Sol-U-Mel first, I use the diluted version for light stains and for heavy stains I use the non-diluted version. Be sure to using sparingly and dab.

If the stain doesn’t lift,then I use Oxi Clean. I mix Oxi Clean with hot water, one table spoon of Oxi Clean to 8 oz.

Squirt a small amount of the Oxi Clean mix on the stain. Then Dab.

Down side to Oxi Clean is it may leave lighter patches on the carpet where it lifted the stains.

Before you can determine the best carpet for any specific situation, you must first have a basic understanding of the various types of carpet along with the benefits of each type. For instance, some types of carpets do better in high traffic areas than others. Some carpets have a more casual appearance while others look more formal.

Carpet is basically constructed in three types of piles: loop pile, cut pile and cut-n-loop. Cut-N-Loop, also known as patterned carpet, is a combination of both loop and cut yarns or variations of loops set to different pile heights.

Carpet manufacturers and fiber producers are combining softer fibers and better built-in stain resistance with special backings that block odors, spills and more! These types of features are built-in to many of the better quality carpets offered by the leading carpet manufacturers. Mohawk Carpets with SmartStrand and Shaw Carpets with SoftBac Platinum display some the major advancement in carpet construction technology.

Most carpet today is tufted, rather than woven. The tufting process is similar to using a large sewing machine that is about 13 feet wide with 100 of needles that sew the yarn into a synthetic backing. The majority of carpets sold today are made from nylon fibers twisted into yarns and then tufted into carpet.

How long a carpet will retain it is like new texture and appearance is based on the type of fiber, how tight the yarns are twisted and heat-set, and the pile density. Also, how tightly the tufts are packed together will also effect the long term durability of a carpet. Obviously, by not cleaning your carpets regularly, or by using improper cleaning methods will affect the appearance and life of your carpet as well.

Shown below is a description of how to choose the best carpet for your situation along with comparisons of different carpets plus the benefits of using carpet as compared to other flooring systems.

Carpeting Versus Hard Surfaces

* Carpet is available in many different styles, colors, and designs
* Carpet is an excellent acoustics and thermal insulator. It increases thermal comfort and at the same time decreases unwanted ambient noises.
* Carpet is certainly more comfortable to walk on, cushioning feet and reducing fatigue.

Things to Remember When Choosing Carpet

* The amount of traffic should determine the quality of carpet and padding you choose.
* Carpet in high traffic areas such as hallways and stairs will last longer with a textured high face weight cut pile with tightly twisted yarn or a high face weight loop pile.
* The quality of the padding is very important. Upgrade the padding to match the quality of the carpet being used. Do not fall for the free padding offer. UPGRADE!
* Less expensive carpet and padding can be used in areas where the traffic is less of a factor, such as bedrooms and closets.

Color and Pattern Considerations

* Color is typically the most difficult part of choosing carpet, there are many different colors to choose from.
* Lighter colors tend to brighten a room and make it appear to be larger. Darker colors tend to do the opposite.
* Patterns can also affect the apparent size of a room. Large patterns tend to make a room appear smaller while small patterns make a room appear larger.
* Patterns also help mask stains and wear.
* Always, take samples home to compare color and style to your room.

Types of Carpet

* There are three different methods for producing cut pile carpet-Wilton, Axminster, and tufted.
* Axminster is a weaving process where virtually any number of colors can be used. It is primarily used in high quality patterned wool carpet.
* Wilton is also a type of weave, usually containing up to five colors. The patterns are limited, but the Axminster process makes for a more durable carpet.
* Tufted is the most common type of carpet produced in the US today. Though relatively new, tufted carpet is simpler and less expensive to produce than Axminster and Wilton carpet.

Types of Yarn

* There are numerous types of yarn used today; some natural and some man made.
* Wool, nylon and polyester are the most popular.
* Each one offers different characteristics.

Carpet Styles

* There are three basic styles of carpet, Loop pile, Cut pile, and Cut-n-loop
* Loop pile carpet is continuously looped, and offers various textures.
* Cut pile carpet is made when the tops of the loops are sheered off.
* Cut-n- loop carpet is a combination of the two processes producing distinct patterns.

Now that you know what to look for in carpet, the next time you begin a flooring overhaul, you will be able to an educated selection instead of depending on the advice of a store clerk.

Important Tip :: When purchasing carpeting, you should buy the best-quality carpet you can afford, coupled with the highest quality padding. In fact, the padding that goes between the carpeting and the sub-flooring is as important as the choice of carpeting itself.
Padding provides softness and support, cuts down on noise and insulates the floor. Often referred to as “underlay” or “cushion,” padding thickness depends on the pile of the carpet above it. Padding should be no thicker than 7/16 inch, even for a very deep pile carpet. Too much cushion can actually void a manufacturer’s warranty; so, take the time to find the padding that is right for your new carpet.

Shane Hester
http://www.articlesbase.com/home-and-family-articles/knowing-carpet-inside-out-92962.html

I have been asked to clean some carpets and I have been told there is a long stain (upstairs to downstairs kitchen) of pomegranate juice that needs to be removed. Any ideas?

try a stain remover like shout or oxyclean

I used a quicksteamer to clean my white carpet but it is grey not quite white. Can you tell me what products can be added to regain my white color. thanks

well, i don’t have white carpet, but i have white, white leather 50′s 5 piece sectional, and i use a product called SIMPLE GREEN. it brings it back to snow white every time i clean it. i have used it also in my steam cleaner and it does great on my tan carpet. you buy it by the gallon at wal-mart or ace hardware. it says its good for gentle things, all the way to car engines. i love it, or my very expensive sectional would be ruined. it’s cheap too.