How to clean a carpet

Many Spanish homes choose a carpet when covering the floor or pavement, thus achieving a special and unique touch. The big problem with carpet is that it accumulates a lot of dirt in a short time and quickly.

This fact causes that many people refuse to put a carpet on the floor of their house. In any case, if you clean it properly and following a series of steps, you can enjoy it and make the house have an important touch of originality.

Using carpet as a floor covering

The carpet is nothing more than a fabric that is placed on the floor of the house and make it look much more, in addition to creating a really cozy and warm atmosphere. The carpet is therefore perfect when it comes to isolating the house from low temperatures and preventing the cold from entering the floor area. In this way it is very rare to see a carpet in a house where the temperatures are quite high.

Regarding the cleaning of the carpet, it is necessary to observe first if it is a natural carpet or if on the contrary it is synthetic. The one made with synthetic elements requires much more time in terms of cleaning and care.

How to install a carpet

Many people often confuse carpet with carpet when they are two totally different things. The carpet is fixed to the floor by means of an adhesive tape, while the carpet is placed without any type of support on the floor. Before laying a carpet, it is important that the floor is completely clean and smooth. Once you are clear that you are going to put a carpet in your house, it is important that you do not lose detail of how to clean it in the best possible way and thus make it look its best.

Cleaning carpet stains

In the market you can find carpets that are made with stain-resistant materials, However, it is normal that with the daily use of the same, the aforementioned carpet is stained. In the case of everyday stains, the best possible remedy is to apply a mixture of equal parts water and vinegar. It is best to use a microfiber cloth and rub gently. This cloth should be slightly damp but not soggy. Too much water can cause carpet to deteriorate and absorb bad odors. Once you rub the stain in question, wait for it to air dry.

Cleaning wax stains on carpet

If the carpet has been stained with wax, you should take a bag full of ice and place it on top of the stain. The ice is used to harden the wax. Then you must put a paper on top of the stain and pass an iron so that the wax remains completely attached to the paper. If, despite this, there are some remains of wax on the carpet, you can remove such remains with a mixture made of water and vinegar.

How to remove mud stains from carpet

It is quite normal that in the winter months, the carpet is stained with mud. It must be said that in Europe there is a habit of removing footwear from the street when entering the house, while in Spain this does not happen. If the carpet gets muddy, The first thing to do before cleaning is to let it air dry. You can then brush and remove the dried mud or vacuum. The latter is much more effective when it comes to saying goodbye to mud stains on your carpet.

Cleaning liquid stains from carpet

Apart from the mud, different liquid stains are the most common and common. It is not uncommon for a child to spill some water or soda on the carpet. Given this, it is key to clean the stain as quickly as possible. Simply mix a little neutral soap with water and rub gently with the help of a brush. It is important to do it delicately and carefully, since otherwise you could damage the carpet.

What to do if gum or candy sticks on the carpet

If you have the bad luck that a gum or candy sticks to the carpet, it is advisable to harden it with the help of an ice pack. When they have hardened, just remove them very carefully and in a manual way.

In short, carpet is a decorative material that requires constant cleaning so that dirt does not accumulate. Apart from following all the tips mentioned above, It is good that you use a vacuum cleaner frequently and have the carpet in perfect condition.