{"id":13731,"date":"2020-08-12T22:42:00","date_gmt":"2020-08-12T12:42:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/?p=13731"},"modified":"2026-04-24T21:43:52","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T11:43:52","slug":"how-to-clean-a-carpet-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/how-to-clean-a-carpet-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Clean Carpets and Rugs &#8211; Complete Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"912\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/how-to-clean-carpet-guide.jpg\" alt=\"How to clean carpet safely and effectively\" class=\"wp-image-13742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/how-to-clean-carpet-guide.jpg 912w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/how-to-clean-carpet-guide-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/how-to-clean-carpet-guide-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/how-to-clean-carpet-guide-360x202.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nina Buday \/ Shutterstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>So many folks get into a situation one day, where they spill something on their beautiful carpet or rug and start to search on their phone for some tips on how to clean that unsightly wine or coffee stain. Well, this search game can be pretty straightforward until you get to the point that the wine removal stain advice has been meant for synthetic carpets only, while your rug is made of natural material, say, jute. Ah!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is where our post will come in handy to the extent of bookmarking it right away because you are about to read everything that there is to know about cleaning carpets. After all, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carpetinstitute.com.au\/residential\/types-of-carpet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">there are so many popular types of carpeting in Australia<\/a> &#8211; from tufted, modular or woven rugs to shag (deep pile) and short pile floor coverings, which can be made from both natural and synthetic materials\u2026 And there are so many questions that can arise when it comes to cleaning them, be it how to remove a specific stain, how long the rug will take to dry and so on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, let\u2019s get started with our complete carpet cleaning guide! Read on, especially if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You have a special type of rug or carpet;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your carpet got badly stained;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019re interested to know about various carpet cleaning techniques;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You wonder if you should invest in professional carpet cleaning (say, you\u2019re a tenant who needs to clean the carpet before moving out).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"How_to_clean_different_types_of_carpets_and_rugs\">How to clean different types of carpets and rugs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are different carpet cleaning methods, as well as stain removal techniques, which are suitable to use on one type of rug and not so much on another. This is because, as we mentioned earlier, carpetings can be made of different sturdy or delicate materials (natural, synthetic or mixed fibres); have specific appearance and style, etc. So, let\u2019s have a look at how to clean various types of carpets and rugs!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to clean and care for a nylon carpet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"912\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-nylon-carpet.jpg\" alt=\"How to clean nylon carpet\" class=\"wp-image-13753\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-nylon-carpet.jpg 912w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-nylon-carpet-300x136.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-nylon-carpet-768x347.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-nylon-carpet-360x163.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dan Alto \/ Shutterstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Nylon carpets are rather popular, due to their stain-resistant properties. This means that maintaining them clean won\u2019t prove that hard. Also, the beauty about nylon carpets is that they can \u201chandle\u201d <a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/carpet-cleaning\/\">most professional cleaning methods<\/a>, such as steam cleaning, hot water extraction cleaning, as well as cleaning your carpeting with foam and dry cleaning agents. Regular vacuuming is often recommended if you don\u2019t want it to look tired and on the dull side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to removing various types of stains from your nylon carpet, there is a range of products and natural substances that you can use safely and effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now then, here are some general tips on how to clean nylon carpets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What you need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bullet-list bullet-list--check-blue\">\n\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Vacuum cleaner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Stain removal agents (lemon, club soda, dish soap, <a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/cleaning-vinegar-vs-normal-vinegar-whats-the-difference\/\">white vinegar<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Cloth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div> <!-- \/.bullet-list -->\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions to clean a nylon carpet:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Vacuum thoroughly your carpet by moving the attachment in every direction to pick up all debris. Avoid using a brush head that is too stiff, so your carpeting doesn&#8217;t end up looking overly fuzzy. Pay attention to high-traffic areas, too.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Treat spillages straight away! If you need to deal with food or beverage types of stains, use the agents described above, as they can usually do the job of lifting them successfully from a rug that\u2019s made of nylon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pick a detergent of your choice and make a DIY solution by mixing the agent with some lukewarm water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a clean cloth, dipped in the mixture and work the stain, starting from its edges and treating it inwards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Of course, to remove certain types of marks, you may need to use a specific store-bought product (e.g. a dry cleaning agent is good for cleaning varnish or oil-based paint).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Try to clean your nylon carpet professionally at least once every two years and for best results, ensure the job is done with hot water extraction equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"note note--warning\">\n\t\t<div class=\"note__icon\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"icon-warning\"><\/i> <!-- \/.icon- -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__icon -->\n\n\t\t<div class=\"note__body\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<p>Nylon carpets\u2019 stain-resistance can be compromised if you use cleaning agents that are too alkaline, like baking soda (pH 8-9), for instance. They can also fade under sunlight.<\/p>\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__body -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note -->\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to clean and care for a polypropylene carpet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"912\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-polypropylene-carpet.jpg\" alt=\"How to clean polypropylene carpet\" class=\"wp-image-13754\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-polypropylene-carpet.jpg 912w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-polypropylene-carpet-300x136.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-polypropylene-carpet-768x347.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-polypropylene-carpet-360x163.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bruno Vargas \/ Shutterstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Polypropylene carpets are famous for their colour-fastness and water-repellent properties. This can make cleaning them, in most situations, a piece of cake. <strong>However, they are classed as oleophilic, which results in oily soils and stains being rather hard to remove.<\/strong> Polypropylene carpets are washable and you can clean them professionally by using any wet cleaning technique (e.g. steam cleaning, hot water extraction, pressure washing, etc.). The synthetic material they are made of and its specific structure are the reasons behind their ability to feel soft to the touch and withstand pressure. Still, these sorts of rugs are prone to creasing if not stored correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To maintain their clean look, you should follow a few general cleaning tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What you need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bullet-list bullet-list--check-blue\">\n\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Vacuum cleaner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Stain removal agents (well-diluted bleach or dishwashing detergent)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Spray bottle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Cloth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Brush<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div> <!-- \/.bullet-list -->\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions to clean a polypropylene carpet:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>As with every type of floor covering, vacuuming well the surface is your first step in the process. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blot out any fresh water-soluble stains with a clean cloth and then spray the mark with diluted household bleach (1:10) or liquid soap.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leave it to sit for some time, use a soft brush to work the stain, if needed, and rinse well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oily stains should be cleaned with specially made products for this purpose.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hard soiling like dirt, soot or mud is best left to dry, first, before vacuuming the particles and washing the spot, as described above.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned above, you can easily deep clean your polypropylene carpets, DIY-style by pressure washing them outdoors. Just make sure to dry it properly before laying it back indoors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"note note--warning\">\n\t\t<div class=\"note__icon\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"icon-warning\"><\/i> <!-- \/.icon- -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__icon -->\n\n\t\t<div class=\"note__body\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<p>Don\u2019t put your polypropylene rug too close to an open fireplace, as it can easily catch on fire. Remember that even bleach-cleaning methods won\u2019t help you against oil-based stains. Call a professional, instead, and consider applying a carpet protector for easier future maintenance.<\/p>\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__body -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note -->\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to clean and care for a wool carpet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"912\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-wool-carpet.jpg\" alt=\"How to clean a wool carpet\" class=\"wp-image-13755\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-wool-carpet.jpg 912w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-wool-carpet-300x136.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-wool-carpet-768x347.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-wool-carpet-360x163.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">RavenaJuly \/ Shutterstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Wool carpets and rugs come in all styles and designs. You may have a luxurious wool shag rug or a durable wool short-pile carpet, either way, it\u2019s important to know how to maintain it clean and in top condition. <strong>These beautiful natural floor coverings are resistant to fading and are fire-retardant, too.<\/strong> However, they shed (at least, when new) and can be stained easily. Unfortunately, wool carpets are also prone to carpet beetle- and moth-related damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But let\u2019s get back to their cleaning maintenance specifics!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What you need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bullet-list bullet-list--check-blue\">\n\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Vacuum cleaner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Wool cleaning detergent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Lukewarm water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Cloth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div> <!-- \/.bullet-list -->\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions to clean a wool carpet:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To start with, remember that vacuuming regularly your wool carpet is a must, as it can collect all sorts of debris, especially if it\u2019s a high-pile one.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Also, note that new wool carpets are best vacuumed several times a week, in order to remove lint, fluff and shedding fibre.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When it comes to professional cleaning methods, <strong>wool carpeting and rugs can be cleaned with hot water extraction equipment or you can apply the shampooing technique yourself<\/strong>, providing you ensure that your carpet dries properly before laying it again.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In addition, removing stains immediately is vital. Always, test beforehand the agent you\u2019re going to use, even when it\u2019s been specially designed for cleaning wool floor coverings. When treating marks, use cool water to ensure that natural dyes don\u2019t get damaged. <strong>Never use bleach-based cleaning agents!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Steam cleaning and dry cleaning are not recommended methods to use for maintaining your wool rug or carpet. Be aware that both loop pile and cut pile wool rugs can change in appearance (often temporarily), due to vacuum cleaning marks, shift lines, light reflection, the structure of the carpet or generally, in high-traffic areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"note \">\n\t\t<div class=\"note__icon\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"icon-tip\"><\/i> <!-- \/.icon- -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__icon -->\n\n\t\t<div class=\"note__body\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<p>When removing stains, always apply a wool detergent on a cloth rather than directly on the stained area on your carpet. Furthermore, it\u2019s important not to walk over a wet wool carpet.<\/p>\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__body -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note -->\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to clean a jute rug<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"912\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-jute-rug.jpg\" alt=\"How to keep a jute rug clean\" class=\"wp-image-13756\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-jute-rug.jpg 912w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-jute-rug-300x136.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-jute-rug-768x347.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-jute-rug-360x163.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Greg Brave \/ Shutterstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a jute rug at home, you\u2019ve got yourself a job maintaining it nice and clean. Jute rugs are delicate, can absorb odours very quickly, are prone to developing mould if wet, their fibres can become brittle over time and so on, and so on. Still, they can bring this natural vibe to any interior, especially if matched to a pastel colour scheme with \u201cearthy\u201d hues and tones. If you consider <a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/carpet-cleaning\/\">hiring a professional carpet cleaner<\/a> to spruce up your jute rug, make sure that no wet cleaning methods are applied in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What you need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bullet-list bullet-list--check-blue\">\n\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Vacuum cleaner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Eco-friendly mild washing-up liquid<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Dry cleaning agent\/baking soda<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Cloth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div> <!-- \/.bullet-list -->\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions to clean a jute rug:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Vacuum your jute rug with a soft brush head attachment and never apply too much force. Hard soiling like mud should be left to dry, first, before removing the particles with a vacuum cleaner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pet mishaps and spillages can be treated with baking soda or a dry cleaning agent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blot the stain gently, first, with a clean paper towel or cloth and then, sprinkle some soda over the spot.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leave the powdered substance to sit for a while, so it can absorb the liquid, then vacuum the area well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water spillages, unfortunately, can darken your precious jute rug and the stains are quite difficult to treat and eliminate. Try using a well-diluted liquid soap by spraying it over the water stain and then, immediately blot the area with a cloth. Fingers crossed that it will work!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Still, if you want to know more about treating pest urine or water stains, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/how-to-clean-a-jute-rug\/\">check our in-depth post on how to safely clean a jute rug<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need to deodorise your jute rug, using baking soda for the job is again your best bet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"note note--warning\">\n\t\t<div class=\"note__icon\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"icon-warning\"><\/i> <!-- \/.icon- -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__icon -->\n\n\t\t<div class=\"note__body\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<p>Never scrub a jute carpet if you don\u2019t wish to damage its delicate structure. It\u2019s good to warn you here that once a jute rug has had it, there is very little you can do and you should think of discarding it or repurposing it.<\/p>\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__body -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note -->\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to clean a sisal rug<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"912\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-sisal-rug.jpg\" alt=\"Clean and care for sisal rug\" class=\"wp-image-13757\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-sisal-rug.jpg 912w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-sisal-rug-300x136.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-sisal-rug-768x347.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-sisal-rug-360x163.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ubonwanu \/ Shutterstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sisal rugs are timeless and never go out of fashion. They are durable when the right care and maintenance are applied. These natural-fibre floor coverings are made of the Agave Sisalana plant and are famous for their sound- and moisture-absorbing properties. <strong>Talking about the latter, it means that one should not use any wet cleaning methods to keep them fresh-looking and pristine.<\/strong> Also, don\u2019t lay a sisal rug near wet rooms or in damp places. On the other hand, they could be a great and practical addition to any home, located in a region with a humid climate. In such cases, people often consider laying a sisal rug in a room, full of electronic and IT equipment, which are, of course, sensitive to moisture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To clean a sisal rug, you\u2019ve got a limited choice of materials and tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What you need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bullet-list bullet-list--check-blue\">\n\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Vacuum cleaner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Dry cleaning detergent or baking soda<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Vinegar (in some cases)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Cloth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div> <!-- \/.bullet-list -->\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions to clean a sisal rug:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you would vacuum regularly any type of carpeting, sisal rugs need to be vacuum-cleaned often, too. What\u2019s good about sisal rugs is that hard soiling or dust just sits on the woven structure and doesn\u2019t get embedded within the fibres, making it easy to remove with a vacuum cleaner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To spot-clean your sisal carpet if an accident happens, always <a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/how-to-clean-sisal-rug\/\">apply a dry cleaning detergent or some baking soda<\/a> after you\u2019ve scooped any solids or blotted the spilt liquid well with a cloth. In really dire situations (pet accidents), you can spray a little vinegar as well, followed by blotting the area and then, drying it straight away with a hairdryer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sisal rugs are ideal for households, which enjoy the company of cats. The purry felines simply can\u2019t damage your sisal carpeting with their claws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"note note--warning\">\n\t\t<div class=\"note__icon\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"icon-warning\"><\/i> <!-- \/.icon- -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__icon -->\n\n\t\t<div class=\"note__body\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<p>Steam cleaning, shampooing, foam and hot water extraction cleaning methods, as mentioned above, will damage your sisal floor covering, so avoid using those at all costs.<\/p>\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__body -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note -->\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to clean a cowhide rug<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"912\" height=\"411\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-cowhide-rug.jpg\" alt=\"Clean and care for cowhide rug\" class=\"wp-image-13758\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-cowhide-rug.jpg 912w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-cowhide-rug-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-cowhide-rug-768x346.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-cowhide-rug-360x162.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">TaraPatta \/ Shutterstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Cowhide rugs are not everyone\u2019s cup of tea, even if one understands that the poor animal has not been killed for that sole purpose. Still, some folks just love the luxurious and cosy feel these rugs bring to their home interior. Maintaining them clean doesn\u2019t involve anything out of the ordinary, although you\u2019ll need to keep a couple of things in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What you need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bullet-list bullet-list--check-blue\">\n\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Vacuum cleaner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Hard plastic brush<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Mild liquid soap and\/or vinegar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Cloth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div> <!-- \/.bullet-list -->\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions to clean a cowhide rug:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should get into the habit of vacuuming your cowhide rug at least two times per week to keep dust build-up to a minimum. Also, a good plastic brush can help you remove hard particles, pet hair and crumbs, as well as give your rug that fluffy, soft and attractive appearance. In the case of accidents, such as pet misbehaviour or spillages, act straight away!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Remove solid food by scraping it first and blot liquids with a clean cloth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, apply a homemade cleaning solution to the area with a sponge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can either mix a bit of mild shampoo or soap with lukewarm water or dilute a bit of white vinegar with the same success. <strong>Never pour the mixture directly over your cowhide rug, however.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After the DIY detergent sits for a bit to do its magic, rinse with clean water and blot dry well.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>You can always give your cowhide rug a good shake as an alternative to vacuuming. Always <a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/how-to-clean-cowhide-rug\/\">spot clean stains<\/a> and address spillage mishaps by hand. Airing your rug under the sun for a bit is totally fine, but don\u2019t overdo it to prevent the leather from drying up too much and becoming brittle with cracks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"note note--warning\">\n\t\t<div class=\"note__icon\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"icon-warning\"><\/i> <!-- \/.icon- -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__icon -->\n\n\t\t<div class=\"note__body\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<p>Never try to machine-wash your cowhide rug and don\u2019t use any dry cleaning chemicals that will definitely cause permanent damage to your investment.<\/p>\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__body -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note -->\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to clean a shag rug<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"912\" height=\"411\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-shag-rug-1.jpg\" alt=\"How to keep a shag rug clean\" class=\"wp-image-13759\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-shag-rug-1.jpg 912w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-shag-rug-1-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-shag-rug-1-768x346.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/clean-shag-rug-1-360x162.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Wade Machin \/ Shutterstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Shag rugs are long-pile floor coverings that can hide well all sorts of debris, dirt and grime. But this doesn\u2019t mean that you should ignore your rug\u2019s regular cleaning maintenance \u201crequirements\u201d. On the contrary, if you don\u2019t want to breathe in all the dust collected within the fibres and put up with its dingy look that will become a sure thing over time, then vacuum your shag carpet regularly. With regards to any professional cleaning techniques, a shag rug can usually handle the use of dry cleaning shampoos, as well as steam cleaning. And to keep your rug clean by yourself, follow our advice below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What you need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bullet-list bullet-list--check-blue\">\n\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Vacuum cleaner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Brush<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Dry cleaning shampoo or mild soap<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Cloth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div> <!-- \/.bullet-list -->\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions to clean a shag rug:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Right then, first and foremost, use a quality vacuum cleaner and vacuum your shag rug from both sides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turning the carpeting, facing down, will help you remove the accumulated dust more effectively. You can also beat the rug with a broom outside as an alternative option if you like.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To spot-clean your rug, you can follow the advice we&#8217;ve already mentioned in this post.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Always blot our liquids spilt on the surface with a cloth and scoop up any solid food or other types of \u201cmishaps\u201d (like vomit, pet accidents, etc.).<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, clean the stain with a dry stain removal agent and vacuum the residue, or wash the mark with a mixture of lukewarm water and mild soap.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your shag rug has been dyed, always air-dry in the shade to prevent the colour from fading under direct sunlight.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"note \">\n\t\t<div class=\"note__icon\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"icon-tip\"><\/i> <!-- \/.icon- -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__icon -->\n\n\t\t<div class=\"note__body\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<p>To wash your shag rug, fill your bathtub with warm water and a few drops of carpet shampoo and soak for some time until you see the water turning dirty. Then, rinse well with cold water and squeeze out as much of the moisture as possible. Air-dry well outside. You can also give it a brush with a plastic brush to make your rug fluffier.<\/p>\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__body -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note -->\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"check-price-box\">\n\t\t<div class=\"check-price-box__body\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"check-price-box__title\">Do your carpets or rugs need a good clean?<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<p class=\"check-price-box__desc\">Leave the job to the professionals!<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"form form--full-width form--check-price dynamic-helper\">\n    <form class=\"default-check-price-form\" action=\"\">\n        <div class=\"form__inner\">\n            <div class=\"form__field the-postfield-wrap\">\n                <span class=\"icon-holder\">\n                    <i class=\"icon-pointer\"><\/i>\n                <\/span>\n\n                <input class=\"field the-postfield\" type=\"text\" name=\"postcode-field\" placeholder=\"Enter your post code\" data-service-type=\"759\"\/>\n                <span class=\"focus-label\"><\/span>\n                <div class=\"field-error-msg\">Add a valid postcode e.g. 3000<\/div> <!-- \/.field-error-msg -->\n            <\/div> <!-- \/.form__field -->\n\n            <div class=\"form__btn submit-wrapper-with-loader active\">\n                <div class=\"load-holder-lds-eclipse\">\n                    <div class=\"load-lds-eclipse\"><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <input class=\"btn btn--large checkpPricesSubmit\" name=\"check-prices-submit\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Get a quote\" rel=\"nofollow\" disabled\/>\n            <\/div> <!-- \/.form__btn -->\n        <\/div> <!-- \/.form__inner -->\n    <\/form>\n<\/div> <!-- \/.check-price-form -->\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.card-widget__body -->\n\n\t\t<div class=\"check-price-box__img\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/fantasticservices-com-blog\/assets\/images\/check-price-box\/cleaner.png\" alt=\"Do your carpets or rugs need a good clean?\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.card-widget__img -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- \/.card-widget card-widget--obf-form -->\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"remove-carpet-stains\">How to remove different stains from a carpet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"912\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/cleaning-pet-urine-stain-on-carpet-1.jpg\" alt=\"How to remove carpet stains\" class=\"wp-image-13760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/cleaning-pet-urine-stain-on-carpet-1.jpg 912w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/cleaning-pet-urine-stain-on-carpet-1-300x136.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/cleaning-pet-urine-stain-on-carpet-1-768x347.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/cleaning-pet-urine-stain-on-carpet-1-360x163.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> Africa Studio \/ Shutterstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>And now, let\u2019s explore some of the techniques of how to remove a few common stains from a carpet. You see, different types of stains require different solutions, especially if we are talking about old marks on your precious rug. Of course, the material of the rug also matters, so don\u2019t forget to refer to our specific tips for each type of carpeting above, in order to avoid using something that might cause more harm than good (e.g. sisal rug vs. wet cleaning methods).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remove pet urine from a carpet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pet accidents happen. Full stop. So, whether you\u2019ve got an elderly dog or small kitty that hasn\u2019t taken potty training into its stride, yet, you may one day discover a pee stain on your beautiful rug. Worry not, though, because we\u2019ll teach you how to clean it up the easy way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To remove a cat or dog urine stain from your carpet, you\u2019ll need just two ingredients to make an effective DIY cleaning solution &#8211; <strong>dishwashing liquid and ammonia<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the stain is fresh, blot it, first, with some paper towel to remove as much of the liquid as possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, mix 1 tablespoon of dishwashing soap that does not contain bleach, 2 tablespoons of ammonia and two cups of water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply the solution over the stain with a clean cloth and leave it for a while to work its magic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rinse with a wet sponge and repeat the same process until the stain is gone.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Dry pet urine marks can be treated as described above, however, you may find the job much easier if you add some white vinegar as a mid-step in the stain removal method, i.e. before rinsing the mark with water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"note note--warning\">\n\t\t<div class=\"note__icon\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"icon-warning\"><\/i> <!-- \/.icon- -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__icon -->\n\n\t\t<div class=\"note__body\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<p>Never mix bleach or bleach-based detergents with ammonia. It\u2019s dangerous!<\/p>\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__body -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note -->\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n\n\t\t<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t\t<div class=\"related-article\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"related-article__title\">You may also like:<\/div> <!-- \/.related-article__title -->\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"related-article__body\">\n\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"related-article__image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/how-to-clean-urine-off-couch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"How to Clean Urine Off a Couch\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/how-to-clean-urine-off-couch-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"How to Clean Urine off a Couch\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/how-to-clean-urine-off-couch-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/how-to-clean-urine-off-couch-292x292.jpg 292w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/how-to-clean-urine-off-couch-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/how-to-clean-urine-off-couch-45x45.jpg 45w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 5120px) 100vw, 5120px\" title=\"How to Clean Urine off a Couch\" \/><\/noscript><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/figure> <!-- \/.related-article__image -->\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"related-article__desc\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"badge-holder\">\n\t<span class=\"badge badge--\">Cleaning Guides<\/span>\n<\/div>  <!-- \/.badge-holder --> \n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/how-to-clean-urine-off-couch\/\" class=\"short-text\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"How to Clean Urine Off a Couch\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tHow to Clean Urine Off a Couch\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.related-article__desc -->\n\t\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.related-article__body -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.related-article -->\t\n\t<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remove coffee stains from a carpet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Coffee stains are common, as almost everyone likes to start the day with a nice cup of fresh coffee that can be spilt accidentally on the carpet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use your favourite carpet stain remover to clean the coffee stain up or <strong>make your own solution by mixing 2 cups of lukewarm water, a tablespoon of washing-up liquid and a tablespoon of white vinegar<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use a clean cloth and dip it in the solution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work the stain inwards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat as needed, rinse and blot dry.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If the stain is dry and old, you can always wet it a bit beforehand and then, proceed with applying the stain removal solution. For coffee stains that contain milk and sugar, it\u2019s best to use a quality enzyme cleaner. Just follow the instructions on the product label!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"note note--warning\">\n\t\t<div class=\"note__icon\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"icon-warning\"><\/i> <!-- \/.icon- -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__icon -->\n\n\t\t<div class=\"note__body\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<p>If you have a delicate, natural-fibre rug, stained with coffee, always refer to the manufacturer\u2019s recommendations on how to remove specific stains.<\/p>\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__body -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note -->\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n\n\t\t<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t\t<div class=\"related-article\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"related-article__title\">You may also like:<\/div> <!-- \/.related-article__title -->\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"related-article__body\">\n\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"related-article__image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/how-to-get-coffee-stains-out-of-a-carpet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"How to Get Coffee Stains Out of a Carpet\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/How-to-Get-Coffee-Stains-Out-of-a-Carpet-Featured-Image-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"How to Get Coffee Stains Out of a Carpet - Featured Image\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 5120px) 100vw, 5120px\" title=\"How to Get Coffee Stains Out of a Carpet &#8211; Featured Image\" \/><\/noscript><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/figure> <!-- \/.related-article__image -->\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"related-article__desc\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"badge-holder\">\n\t<span class=\"badge badge--\">Cleaning Guides<\/span>\n<\/div>  <!-- \/.badge-holder --> \n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/how-to-get-coffee-stains-out-of-a-carpet\/\" class=\"short-text\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"How to Get Coffee Stains Out of a Carpet\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tHow to Get Coffee Stains Out of a Carpet\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.related-article__desc -->\n\t\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.related-article__body -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.related-article -->\t\n\t<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remove red wine stains from a carpet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Red wine is another possible culprit behind a ruined floor covering. But don\u2019t despair, as there is a way of removing a red wine stain from a carpet. Let\u2019s see what you can use. Luckily, you probably have everything you\u2019d need for the job at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get yourself <strong>some baking soda, dish soap, hydrogen peroxide and a cloth<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Soak up the stain by generously sprinkling some baking soda on top and leave it to sit for a few minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\\Vacuum carefully the powdered substance and then, apply some well-diluted soap with a cloth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work the stain inwards to avoid spreading it and actually becoming bigger.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Then, apply 3% hydrogen peroxide with a cloth and leave it to sit for about 20 minutes<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finally, rinse with water by using a clean cloth or a sponge. Repeat if necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>You can replace the baking soda with salt if you wish. Also, you can try to remove the wine stain with a store-bought stain removal product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"note note--warning\">\n\t\t<div class=\"note__icon\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"icon-warning\"><\/i> <!-- \/.icon- -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__icon -->\n\n\t\t<div class=\"note__body\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<p>Beware that hydrogen peroxide has mild bleaching properties, so always test the product on an inconspicuous spot, first, say, under a piece of furniture. The last thing you want is to discolour an area on your carpet during the stain removal process.<\/p>\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__body -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note -->\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remove tea stains from a carpet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that tea stains are quite similar to coffee stains when it comes to cleaning them up? You see, theine (the active ingredient in tea) and caffeine (the active ingredient in coffee) have the same molecule. So, you can easily apply the same method, as described further up, <a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/remove-tea-stains-from-carpet-effectively\/\">to address tea stains on your carpet<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you wish, <strong>you can also give the good old baking soda method a go, as well<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Just dip a damp cloth into a small bowl, filled with baking soda.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply the substance gently on the tea stain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rinse and blot dry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat as many times as necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Some folks swear by the effectiveness of borax for removing tea stains from carpets and rugs. The recipe goes as follows &#8211; 3 parts borax and 1 part warm water should be mixed well to create a paste. With the help of a toothbrush, apply the paste over the stain. Leave it to dry and then, vacuum the soda residue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"note note--warning\">\n\t\t<div class=\"note__icon\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"icon-warning\"><\/i> <!-- \/.icon- -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__icon -->\n\n\t\t<div class=\"note__body\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<p>Eliminating milky tea stains may require a more advanced approach, like using a stain removal product or enzyme cleaner, both available in your local store.<\/p>\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__body -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note -->\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clean up vomit from a carpet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ah! That fun birthday party last night! One guest had just a tiny bit too much to drink, right? And the evidence of it has miraculously ended up on your carpet. Yak! Well, not all is lost, so <strong>grab some paper towel, a packet of baking soda, distilled white vinegar or hydrogen peroxide and a cloth!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Remove as much of the soiling with the paper towel as possible and place the waste into a bin bag.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sprinkle some baking soda and leave it to sit for a bit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, sweep the dried substance with a dustpan and brush.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dilute either distilled white vinegar or hydrogen peroxide and apply the solution over the vomit stain with a cloth. For an even easier application, you can use a spray bottle if you wish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, blot the treated area with a paper towel. Repeat if needed, of course.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Store-bought enzyme cleaners are also effective for cleaning up vomit from a carpet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"note note--warning\">\n\t\t<div class=\"note__icon\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"icon-warning\"><\/i> <!-- \/.icon- -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__icon -->\n\n\t\t<div class=\"note__body\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<p><a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticcleaners.com.au\/blog\/cleaning-chemicals-you-should-not-mix\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Never mix vinegar and hydrogen peroxide<\/a>, because when combined, they produce peracetic acid, which is toxic and can irritate your skin, eyes, nose, throat and lungs.<\/p>\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note__body -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- \/.note -->\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"check-price-box\">\n\t\t<div class=\"check-price-box__body\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"check-price-box__title\">Troubles with stubborn carpet stains?<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<p class=\"check-price-box__desc\">Leave them to the experienced stain removal professionals!<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"form form--full-width form--check-price dynamic-helper\">\n    <form class=\"default-check-price-form\" action=\"\">\n        <div class=\"form__inner\">\n            <div class=\"form__field the-postfield-wrap\">\n                <span class=\"icon-holder\">\n                    <i class=\"icon-pointer\"><\/i>\n                <\/span>\n\n                <input class=\"field the-postfield\" type=\"text\" name=\"postcode-field\" placeholder=\"Enter your post code\" data-service-type=\"759\"\/>\n                <span class=\"focus-label\"><\/span>\n                <div class=\"field-error-msg\">Add a valid postcode e.g. 3000<\/div> <!-- \/.field-error-msg -->\n            <\/div> <!-- \/.form__field -->\n\n            <div class=\"form__btn submit-wrapper-with-loader active\">\n                <div class=\"load-holder-lds-eclipse\">\n                    <div class=\"load-lds-eclipse\"><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <input class=\"btn btn--large checkpPricesSubmit\" name=\"check-prices-submit\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Get a quote\" rel=\"nofollow\" disabled\/>\n            <\/div> <!-- \/.form__btn -->\n        <\/div> <!-- \/.form__inner -->\n    <\/form>\n<\/div> <!-- \/.check-price-form -->\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.card-widget__body -->\n\n\t\t<div class=\"check-price-box__img\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/fantasticservices-com-blog\/assets\/images\/check-price-box\/cleaner.png\" alt=\"Troubles with stubborn carpet stains?\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.card-widget__img -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- \/.card-widget card-widget--obf-form -->\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"clean-carpet-naturally\">How to clean a carpet naturally with baking soda and vinegar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"912\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/naturally-clean-carpet-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cleaning carpet with homemade natural remedies\" class=\"wp-image-13761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/naturally-clean-carpet-1.jpg 912w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/naturally-clean-carpet-1-300x136.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/naturally-clean-carpet-1-768x347.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/naturally-clean-carpet-1-360x163.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">FotoHelin \/ Shutterstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve already mentioned these natural ingredients but if you want to know a bit more about how to clean a carpet at home without any harsh chemicals, you need not look further than baking soda and vinegar! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This organic solution uses only these two ingredients that you already have at home, so you won\u2019t waste time looking around the shops for the perfect chemical cleaner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Baking soda and vinegar create a gentle cleaning mixture, suitable for a wide range of materials, as they won\u2019t damage their fibres.<\/strong> They also work on a variety of stains, such as pet stains and grease. Both of those ingredients are great deodorisers, especially baking soda, so they\u2019re perfect for smelly stains. And most importantly, the two substances are both eco- and pet-friendly, so you won\u2019t need to worry about harming your furry friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, let\u2019s learn how to clean a carpet with baking soda and vinegar!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What you need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bullet-list bullet-list--check-blue\">\n\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Baking soda<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>White vinegar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Spray bottle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Vacuum cleaner<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div> <!-- \/.bullet-list -->\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sprinkle baking soda.<\/strong> Generously sprinkle baking soda over the stain, covering it completely.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spray white vinegar on.<\/strong> Fill a spray bottle with white vinegar and spray all over the covered stain. The mixture will fizz up \u2013 that means it\u2019s working!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Let it sit.<\/strong> Wait for the mixture to dry, letting it sit for a couple of hours, so the baking soda can soak up the stain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vacuum.<\/strong> Using a vacuum cleaner, remove all the dried-up baking soda and vinegar.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>And there you have it! An all-natural way to deep clean your carpet! The smell of vinegar should dissipate quickly, but if it\u2019s too strong for you, you can speed up the process by rinsing it with a cloth and some water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t\t<div class=\"related-article\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"related-article__title\">You may also like:<\/div> <!-- \/.related-article__title -->\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"related-article__body\">\n\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"related-article__image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/christmas-cleaning-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Christmas Cleaning Guide for a Hassle-free Holiday\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Christmas-Cleaning-Guide-for-a-Hassle-free-Holiday-Featured-Image-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Christmas house cleaning\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 5120px) 100vw, 5120px\" title=\"Christmas Cleaning Guide for a Hassle-free Holiday &#8211; Featured Image\" \/><\/noscript><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/figure> <!-- \/.related-article__image -->\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"related-article__desc\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"badge-holder\">\n\t<span class=\"badge badge--\">Cleaning Guides<\/span>\n<\/div>  <!-- \/.badge-holder --> \n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/christmas-cleaning-guide\/\" class=\"short-text\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Christmas Cleaning Guide for a Hassle-free Holiday\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tChristmas Cleaning Guide for a Hassle-free Holiday\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.related-article__desc -->\n\t\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.related-article__body -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.related-article -->\t\n\t<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"carpet-leaning-FAQ\">Commonly asked questions about carpet cleaning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"912\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/cleaning-a-carpet-1.jpg\" alt=\"Vacuuming carpet\" class=\"wp-image-13762\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/cleaning-a-carpet-1.jpg 912w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/cleaning-a-carpet-1-300x136.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/cleaning-a-carpet-1-768x347.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/cleaning-a-carpet-1-360x163.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pixel-Shot \/ Shutterstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Right then, you know now how to clean specific types of carpeting and how to remove different types of stains from your rug. Anything else you want to know? Yep? We thought so! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s explore some of the most common questions people might have and give you some handy answers to get an even clearer picture of what carpet cleaning entails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How often should you clean your carpet?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, this will depend on various factors but generally, <strong>you should deep clean your carpet and rugs at least once a year<\/strong>. You can guess here that hiring a professional for the job is advisable if you want truly effective results. Other than that, vacuum your rugs at least twice a week, give special attention to high-traffic areas, address carpet accidents and spillage mishaps straight away and spot-clean your carpeting whenever necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, your carpeting could do with a deep clean every six months if the following applies to you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bullet-list bullet-list--check\">\n\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>Your family is on the large side, say, you have 2-3 kids;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>You are an animal lover and your two dogs, rabbit, guinea pig and gorgeous feline are valuable members of your family;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>You\u2019re a party lover and there\u2019s no weekend gone by without having lots of friends around;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"icon-check\"><\/span>There are people in your household, who are sensitive or allergic to dust mites, pollen, pet dander and so on.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div> <!-- \/.bullet-list -->\n\n\n<p>So, to sum up, deep cleaning your carpets more regularly will improve the indoor quality of air in your home and provide a healthy environment for your family. After all, professional carpet cleaning eliminates all sorts of allergens and germs. It will also prolong the life of your carpet, as well as make it easier to maintain. Last but not least, a clean carpet does wonders for the overall tidy and presentable look of your home interior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does a carpet cleaning service normally cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"912\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/carpet-cleaning-cost.jpg\" alt=\"Cost of carpet cleaning service\" class=\"wp-image-13763\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/carpet-cleaning-cost.jpg 912w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/carpet-cleaning-cost-300x136.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/carpet-cleaning-cost-768x347.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/carpet-cleaning-cost-360x163.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> Andrey_Popov \/ Shutterstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Again, this question doesn\u2019t have a single answer, as different factors play into the price formation of professional carpet cleaning. The condition of the carpeting, the presence of hard-to-remove stains, the size of your rugs, the method used, the need for carpet protection application, as well as where in Australia you live will all be taken into account before you get a quote from a carpet cleaning company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other factors may include things like: when or how soon you want the job done (urgently, on a weekend, etc.), how hard is to access certain carpeted areas for the job to be completed, as well as whether you require some extras like cleaning the stairwell or deodorising the rug in your living room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just as an idea of how much carpet cleaning costs, you could be looking at paying anything from $75 to $150 for a specialised carpet cleaning service and have 2 or 3 rooms spruced up if you\u2019re located in Melbourne or Sydney, with the latter being in the higher end of the price range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the whole, you may feel that you can do things cheaper by say, hiring a steam cleaner at $40 for 24 hours, but trust us, don\u2019t be surprised if you end up with somewhat mediocre results!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t\t<div class=\"related-article\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"related-article__title\">You may also like:<\/div> <!-- \/.related-article__title -->\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"related-article__body\">\n\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"related-article__image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/how-much-does-carpet-cleaning-cost\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"How Much Does Carpet Cleaning Cost\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/how-much-does-carpet-cleaning-cost-small-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"How Much Does Carpet Cleaning Cost - Featured Image\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 5120px) 100vw, 5120px\" title=\"How Much Does Carpet Cleaning Cost &#8211; Featured Image\" \/><\/noscript><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/figure> <!-- \/.related-article__image -->\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"related-article__desc\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"badge-holder\">\n\t<span class=\"badge badge--\">Cleaning Guides<\/span>\n<\/div>  <!-- \/.badge-holder --> \n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/how-much-does-carpet-cleaning-cost\/\" class=\"short-text\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"How Much Does Carpet Cleaning Cost\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tHow Much Does Carpet Cleaning Cost\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.related-article__desc -->\n\t\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.related-article__body -->\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.related-article -->\t\n\t<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much time does carpet cleaning usually take?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A professional carpet cleaning can take anything from <a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/how-long-does-carpet-cleaning-take\/\">30 minutes to an hour per room<\/a>, depending on the condition of the floor covering. You see, pre-treating old stains and high-traffic marks, vacuuming and then, using a professional hot water extraction or dry cleaning equipment simply takes time. Then, add the application of carpet protection (if you\u2019ve requested it) and you get the picture. In other words, if you live in a fully carpeted 3-bedroom house, expect the job to take a good 2 and a half to 3 hours if done properly and with attention to detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long does a carpet need to dry?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, it pretty much depends on the material the rug has been made of, the exact type of technique that has been used and some other factors that you can learn about <a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/how-long-does-carpet-take-to-dry\/\">here<\/a>. For instance, a hot water extraction machine is designed to extract almost all the moisture used in the cleaning process, which means that a standard synthetic carpet could be dry within 3 to 6 hours. Add an open window or a turned-on fan or heater to this scenario and you\u2019ll be walking back on your completely dry rug even sooner. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, a wool shag rug may take ages to dry, whereas a cowhide rug that\u2019s been dry cleaned can be in use again straight away. 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The machine disperses the dry chemical agent, agitates the carpet fibre via a pad and then, removes the surface dirt along with most of the detergent. Bonnet carpet cleaning can also involve liquid encapsulation, which is the most effective technique out of the two. <strong>This carpet cleaning method is suitable for delicate materials that do not tolerate water and can certainly save you time when drying is an issue<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Steam cleaning (hot water extraction)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>People use the two terms above interchangeably but the hot water extraction cleaning method doesn\u2019t actually use steam. The equipment injects hot water, mixed with a small amount of detergent under high pressure into the carpet fibres. Then, the machine extracts almost all the moisture together with the dislodged dirt. <strong>One of the biggest pros of this method is its effectiveness in removing deeply embedded grime, especially when your carpets are constantly exposed to foot traffic.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All the pros and cons for both professional carpet cleaning methods, as well as when to use both of these methods can be out in our <a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/dry-carpet-cleaning-vs-steam-cleaning\/\">Dry vs. Steam Cleaning Guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our advice is to always refer to the manufacturer\u2019s instructions or a professional cleaner&#8217;s opinion, so you know what\u2019s the best cleaning method for your carpeting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"check-price-box\">\n\t\t<div class=\"check-price-box__body\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"check-price-box__title\">Need a certified professional cleaner?<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<p class=\"check-price-box__desc\">Get assistance from expert carpet cleaners in your area!<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"form form--full-width form--check-price dynamic-helper\">\n    <form class=\"default-check-price-form\" action=\"\">\n        <div class=\"form__inner\">\n            <div class=\"form__field the-postfield-wrap\">\n                <span class=\"icon-holder\">\n                    <i class=\"icon-pointer\"><\/i>\n                <\/span>\n\n                <input class=\"field the-postfield\" type=\"text\" name=\"postcode-field\" placeholder=\"Enter your post code\" data-service-type=\"759\"\/>\n                <span class=\"focus-label\"><\/span>\n                <div class=\"field-error-msg\">Add a valid postcode e.g. 3000<\/div> <!-- \/.field-error-msg -->\n            <\/div> <!-- \/.form__field -->\n\n            <div class=\"form__btn submit-wrapper-with-loader active\">\n                <div class=\"load-holder-lds-eclipse\">\n                    <div class=\"load-lds-eclipse\"><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <input class=\"btn btn--large checkpPricesSubmit\" name=\"check-prices-submit\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Get a quote\" rel=\"nofollow\" disabled\/>\n            <\/div> <!-- \/.form__btn -->\n        <\/div> <!-- \/.form__inner -->\n    <\/form>\n<\/div> <!-- \/.check-price-form -->\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.card-widget__body -->\n\n\t\t<div class=\"check-price-box__img\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"lazyloadImage\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/fantasticservices-com-blog\/assets\/images\/check-price-box\/cleaner.png\" alt=\"Need a certified professional cleaner?\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\t\t<\/div> <!-- \/.card-widget__img -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- \/.card-widget card-widget--obf-form -->\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n<section class=\"section section--single-post\">\n\t<div class=\"takeaways\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"block-title\">Takeaways<\/h2>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\n<div class=\"bullet-list bullet-list--normal\">\n\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It\u2019s important to know what material your carpet or rug is made from.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The faster you attend to the stain, the more successful will be the stain removal result.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DIY cleaning and stain removal solutions can be also effective.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tenants, beware! You might need to <a href=\"https:\/\/fantasticservicesgroup.com.au\/carpet-cleaning\/\">hire a professional carpet cleaning company<\/a> to meet your landlord&#8217;s or the agency\u2019s expectations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div> <!-- \/.bullet-list -->\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/section> <!-- \/.section section--single-post -->\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>What do you think about our carpet cleaning guide? Did you find it helpful? Please, comment below!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>So many folks get into a situation one day, where they spill something on their beautiful carpet or rug and start to search on their phone for some tips on how to clean that unsightly wine or coffee stain. 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