Carpet central
Cleaning the carpet is never too easy, but it is not too difficult either if you follow these tips:
When storing a carpet or a rug, have it professionally cleaned, then wrap and store it in a climate-controlled area to avoid damage.
When you determine a rug is machine washable, place the rug in a mesh laundry bag or zippered pillowcase and wash in cold water.
Hanging a wet rug over a single clothesline will distort the shape of the rug as it dries. Hang wet rugs over a clothes-drying rack, a slatted picnic table or several bricks stacked on a porch, patio or breezeway.
w Clear pet stains with a commercial enzymatic cleaner to help break down stain and odour. Pet hair can be removed with the help of a brush.
Lay a piece of nylon screen over the rug and weigh it around the edges with bricks. Vacuum over the screen. The dirt will be removed while the screen protects the rug from vacuum.
w Immediately treat wine and other beverage spills with club soda; use baking soda to soak up gravy, sauces, and liquid foods.
Rotate rugs to ensure even wear. Direct exposure to sun will cause fading.
The author is Vice President and Business Head of Ambadi
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