Do you have a stain or stains on your carpet that is just really horrible to look at?

This is a problem that almost every homeowner experiences in their lifetime. It can become something that causes real anxiety. Not only is it uncomfortable to have to look at a stained carpet, but it can also be embarrassing when guests come over.

So, to help you out in your crisis, we have prepared a homeowner’s guide on how to deep clean a carpet!

How to Deep Clean a Carpet on Your Own

When deep cleaning a carpet on your own, there are some simple things you can do with basic materials around the home. But there are a couple of different methods. So, let’s look at these individually.

Vinegar

Maybe the oldest cleaning product in the world is vinegar!

The best way to clean with vinegar is to mix some vinegar and water in a spray bottle and apply it to the stain. Then, using a damp cloth, dab at the stain continually. Make sure you don’t rub.

Vinegar may end up being the first step in your carpet deep clean, removing some but not all of the stain. There are some things vinegar won’t work on.

Baking Soda and Salt

Baking soda, also known as bicarb soda, is another critical cleaning tool most people have right in their home. To use this method, mix the bicarb soda with salt and then sprinkle this mixture liberally on the carpet.

Once you’ve done this, use your spray bottle to spray tap water on the carpet. You will see a fizzing take place. Once this has happened, dab at the carpet to lift the stain.

Steam Clean

Not all people have a steam cleaner, but if you do you are in luck. This is a really effective tool for lifting stains. It is similar but not equal to the tools used by professionals. 

Professional Carpet Cleaner vs. DIY

Many of the methods above will be effective in cleaning some types of stains. But even for common stains, there is always the chance that a residual stain remains after cleaning.

Some types of stains will simply not respond to basic cleaning methods.

If you want to know how to deep clean a carpet once and for all, there is really no replacement for using professionals. A professional carpet cleaner—for example, this service—will bring equipment and cleaning products that are simply too expensive for individual homeowners to own.

Many services will offer guaranteed cleaning outcomes for specific stain types. So, if you want to return your carpets to their original condition (and save yourself a lot of elbow grease), there is no substitute for a professional deep clean.

Be Patient when Deep Cleaning

Hopefully, you now have a good idea of how to deep clean a carpet. But one final message to leave you with is that deep cleaning can be a frustrating process.

So, if you want to save yourself some pain, make sure you be patient throughout. If all else fails, use the professionals!

If you’ve found this information useful, why not check out some of our other articles on home cleaning topics?