KEEP YOUR CARPET LIKE NEW BY CLEANING IT

 KEEP YOUR CARPET LIKE NEW BY CLEANING IT

Stains, marks, color changes ... The carpet suffers a lot of wear and we have to know how to clean it well, whether it is long-haired or made of natural fibers. With proper care you will extend its life. Here is a guide to infallible tricks

- KEEP YOUR CARPET LIKE NEW BY CLEANING IT AND PRODUCTS

1. BEWARE OF THE FURNITURE!
Their weight marks them. Turn it every so often so that it does not always wear on the same side.

2. AVOID DUST
It spoils the fibers and weighs the carpets so it is very important to vacuum it regularly.

3. CLEAN AND ROLLED
When you want to store it, take it to the dry cleaner and keep it rolled up in newspaper because it absorbs moisture.

Wear and tear and direct sunlight "eat away" the color of the carpets. If your carpet has lost its original color, you can revive it with one of these three simple homemade tricks that will be very easy and effective. Take note:

With coarse salt. Mix a handful of salt and water in a bowl to form a paste. Spread it on the carpet and let it dry. Then, scrub with a brush to make it work better and remove the remains with the vacuum cleaner.
Alcohol vinegar, better warm, is another effective remedy. Rub the surface of the rug with a cotton cloth soaked in vinegar. Leave on for a few minutes and wipe with a dry cloth before vacuuming.
If the carpet is dark, you can spread slightly damp coffee grounds. Simply remove them once they have dried.

IF YOU HAVE AN UNPLEASANT ODOR ...
Neutralize it with baking soda. Simply sprinkle it on the surface, let it act and remove with the vacuum cleaner. Then scent the rug with essential oils of lavender, cinnamon, geranium ... To make it easier for you, use a spray.

IF THE CARPET HAS MARKS FROM THE FURNITURE ...
Then repair them with ice cubes. Apply them to the affected area and let them melt. The carpet will hollow out and the indentation will eventually disappear. If the mark resists, use a dessert fork to carefully finish lifting the fibers.

Ah! And rotate the position of your mat at least once a year. This way, it wears the same on both sides and the marks are less fixed.

THE DUST: THE GREAT ENEMY OF THE CARPETS
Dust damages the fibers and, if not removed, can tear them, while weighing down the carpet. It is best to remove it with the vacuum cleaner. KP Carpets recommend doing it without a brush, only with the vacuum cleaner tube, to avoid unnecessary wear on the carpet.

IF THE CARPET HAS BEEN STAINED ...
Act fast: it is the best anti-blemish remedy. The first thing you should do is remove the remains with absorbent paper. Clean from the edge to the center and never use a very wet sponge - you can make the stain expand. Before using any stain remover product, test it in a non-visible area. And for the most stubborn stains:

OF RED WINE
Remove it by rubbing the affected area with sparkling water, followed by a cleansing foam.

OF TEA OR COFFEE
They are cleaned by rubbing the stain with a mixture made of detergent and white vinegar.

GUM
Don't try to start it directly. Harden the gum with an ice cube and it will be easier to remove.

OF PEN INK
It is removed by "pinching" the stain with a very clean white cloth impregnated with milk.



IF THE CARPET IS SOMETHING WORN ...
The best thing is that you take it to a professional to take care of its repair. You can repair tears, change edges, and even stain and breathe new life into it. Although it is cheaper than buying a new carpet, consider it only if your carpet is of quality.

IF YOUR CARPET IS FRAYED ...
You can add a trim. They are very decorative and, in addition, they prevent the rugs from starting to fray. There are edging tapes with an adhesive part that are very easy to apply and are very decorative.

IF THE EDGES OF THE CARPET RAISE ...
Apply a little moisture to the edges to lower the corners and restore the carpet's initial shape. You can do this with a damp cloth or spray.

Idea! Once wet put a weight on top to help flatten them again.

IF THE FRINGES ON THE CARPET FRAY ...
In Persian-type rugs it is common for the fringes to come loose. Sometimes it is enough for an expert to tie the parts that are loose (from 20 US / m) to avoid further deterioration. If this happened, the restoration would be more expensive, always depending on the size of the carpet and its condition.

Yourself. If the rug is simple, you can repair the fringes yourself. Look for threads of a similar color and thickness to the originals and sew them to the base. Brush them with a solution of water and detergent.

IF THE CARPET MOVES A LOT ...
Put an anti-slip. Change it from time to time to avoid losing adherence.

You have many options. You can use some rubber or rubber strips in the corners; a latex pad; or a plasticized mesh mat.