Bissell 78H63 Deep Clean Pro 4X Deep Cleaning Concentrated Carpet Shampoo, 48 ounces - Silver
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- Our most powerful formula for tough, ground-in dirt and stains.
- Removes tough odors.
- Safe on carpet, area rugs and upholstery.
- Great for heavily soiled areas, stubborn stains and underlying odors.
- Formula made for upright carpet cleaners.
- Formula contains no heavy metals, phosphates or dyes. Biodegradable detergent
- Safe to use around kids and pets when used as directed.
How to clean carpets at home step by step with home remedies
Bacteria, pollen debris, dust and dead skin coexist on a carpet. Find out how to properly clean carpets to avoid infection or disease.
Keeping carpets clean and germ-free can seem like a challenge. Especially if you have children or animals at home. Here are several options for dry cleaning carpets in the comfort of your home. This comes in handy if your rug is large.
In another article we already saw how to clean car upholstery . Now we will talk about the different types of rugs and how to clean them.
Types of rugs
There are many types of rugs, and we must take this into account before cleaning. Depending on the material with which it is made, we will have to use some methods and products or others.Handicraft professionals often use natural raw materials such as wool, silk, linen, cotton, esparto, jute or sisal. As they are made by hand, they are also dyed with natural pigments, a very important fact to take into account for their cleaning and conservation.
Of wool, silk and combined : they are made by hand and originate from eastern countries such as Pakistan, Iran, Afghanistan or Turkey .
Wool and cotton rugs : they come from North African countries, such as Morocco, Tunisia or Algeria and are also made in an artisan way. Like the previous ones, its value will depend on the number of knots they contain on the reverse .
From vegetable fibers : here we can distinguish between various kinds of materials: Jute, coconut fiber, sisal, mats and Sea Grass. The problem with these rugs is that, being made of vegetable fibers, they can deteriorate with humidity, except for Sea Grass as they are waterproof.
Animal skin rugs : they are made with the skin of cows, sheep or other animals. They are very resistant to friction but very delicate against humidity and the intrusion of some insects.
Combination rugs : they often combine natural and synthetic materials, which can make the cleaning process even more difficult.
Synthetics : they are much cheaper because they are made with low-cost machines and materials. However, they are very resistant and we can find them woven with different components : acrylic, nylon, polypropylene or polyester rugs. With this last material the long pile carpet is usually made.
How to clean carpets
- Depending on the material with which our carpet is made, we will have to do the cleaning in one way or another.
- The best method that exists to keep any type of carpet in perfect condition is to use a high-powered vacuum cleaner and do it regularly. This is essential for long pile carpet.
- To clean jute or latex rugs you should know that they are not washable and can deteriorate with the use of water. Do not wet or submerge them, except to remove difficult and specific stains. Lastly, prevent water from penetrating the base.
- In vegetable fiber rugs , in addition to vacuuming at least once a week, you can wipe with a damp cloth with water and mild soap. Make sure it is well drained and then rinse with just water using the same procedure.
- Pure wool and cotton rugs can be washed with mild soap, cold water and salt to avoid color mixing. However, if it is large, we recommend that you take it to a dry cleaner to ensure that it is left in perfect condition.
- Also important is the fact that wool rugs must be collected in summer so that insects such as moths cannot spoil them.
Carpet Cleaning Techniques
- For cleaning heavily soiled carpets, especially long-pile carpets, vacuum cleaners and brush brushes are often the best options. However, bicarbonate is ideal for cleaning all types of carpets without damaging the fabrics, as well as being very effective. You just have to mix it with a little salt, spread the powder over the surface to be treated, leave it to act for an hour and remove the remains with a vacuum cleaner. The bicarbonate frees the fabric of dust and bacteria and improves its smell.
- The steam cleaner is a great alternative for cleaning all types of carpets. It removes dust and impurities without damaging fabrics, and if you spread a little baking soda with salt on the carpet, you will optimize steam cleaning. Run the steamer twice over the same area and let it dry completely.
- Hot water with vinegar is also very effective in removing stains from your carpets. Spray the fabric with this preparation and scrub the moistened surface with a bristle brush . You will see how even the most difficult stains will be removed without problems.
- For oil or grease stains, cornstarch or corn starch is very effective. Sprinkle a little on the stain and let it sit for about 30 minutes . Then, vacuum and brush the treated area with a dry brush.
- If you need to remove wine stains or other strong liquids, mix one tablespoon of dishwasher with a cup of hydrogen peroxide and spread the mixture over the stain. Leave on for half an hour and use a damp bristle brush to rub gently. Then dry the mixture with a cloth.
We hope we have helped you with the cleaning of your carpet, whether of animal origin, synthetic or long pile carpet. There will be no stain that resists these tricks.






