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As a homeowner, it's really important that you pay close attention to your things at home. This is because if you don't give them the attention they require, you could be sacrificing their quality. As a result, you won't be able to make the most out of that item as it will have a shorter lifespan. No matter what item it is, you have to know how to properly clean and maintain it. Even if it means cleaning your carpet at home.

It's a surprise to know that there are people who don't really know how to clean their rugs and carpets. With the onset of technology, they rely too much on their vacuum cleaners that they forget to do a physical inspection on these items in their home. But if you really look closely, you'll be surprised to see just how much dirt these electrical appliances tend to miss collecting. The problem, however, is not because of a faulty or incapable vacuum cleaner. Once dirt gets into your carpet, it doesn't easily come out.

So how do you make sure your carpet is always clean? Here are a few tips that can help you.

Be Strict About Cleanliness

One of the best ways you can make sure that your carpet stays clean is to limit the amount of dirt that gets into its fibers. If you have a carpet in one part of your room, you can declare a shoes-off rule when stepping on the carpet. But if it really can't be avoided, the second best way you can avoid grit from getting embedded into your carpet is by frequently vacuuming it. Don't be afraid to go over areas on your carpet for several times. In fact, it's encouraged that you do this on high-traffic areas.

Spot Clean Your Carpet

Whenever there are stains on your carpet, you should not take too long to get them out. Here are some steps to follow to clean your carpet:

Blot.

Blot up spills by simply covering the affected area with a thick pad of paper towels or a clean towel. Using the heel of your hand, press down onto the carpet. Repeat doing this until all the liquid has been absorbed by the dry towels or towel. If the spill is large, you can use a wet-dry vacuum to remove most of the material before you start blotting it. Avoid rubbing out a stain as this will only push the spill further into the pile.

Use Soapy Water.

Create your own spot-cleaning solution by simply diluting a few drops of clear dishwashing soap in water. Try not to use laundry detergent as it is too alkaline. Also, steer clear from creamy-looking dishwashing soaps as tend to leave behind a sticky residue. A good ratio would be 1/4 teaspoon of clear dishwashing soap per quart of water.

Rinse.

When you're ready to remove spot-cleaning solutions or colored spills, make sure to mist the affected area with clean water before blotting it down with a wet towel. After this, use a dry towel to blot the area, repeating the first step until no more residue comes out.

Importance of Cleaning Your Carpet

Your carpet may collect dust without you knowing it. And when this happens, it could contribute to the health problems of people in your household. The dust could affect people who have asthma. When you use a vacuum cleaner to get rid of the dust, it could prove to be more of a problem as it could send the dust into the air. This is why it is important that you have your carpet cleaned by an expert.

The best way you can have your carpet cleaned is to roll it up and have it taken by a professional carpet cleaning company. Through their services, you can ensure that your carpet will be getting a deep clean solution that effectively gets rid of all the grime. Since these companies are equipped with the tools and equipment to clean your carpet, you can be sure that you will be getting back an almost brand-new looking carpet.

Written by Eric Sappington, owner of Sappington’s Carpet Care, the leading company for carpet cleaning in Columbia, MO.