The carpet can become dirty quickly, even though it is soft.The odors from spills, accidents, and smoking tend to hold onto the absorbent carpet.Don't assume that you need to buy new carpet if it smells bad.It's possible that you need to do a bit of extra cleaning.Bad smells can come from a few common household products.
Step 1: The areas should be treated.
If you want to treat your carpet, you need to remove spills, wipe away wetness, and use soap on stains.Before treating the smell of your carpet, you want it to be in its best state.
Step 2: Baking soda should be placed on the carpet.
The baking soda will make the odors go away.If you want to treat every room, you should get a large box of baking soda.Spread it out if it clumps.Baking soda can be sweetened with Borax for better results.Simply measure the amount of baking soda and Borax you want to mix.If you want it to be scented, add a few drops of essential oil.As you would baking soda, use it.
Step 3: Allow the baking soda to sit.
If you have bad carpet odors, you may want to let it sit overnight.Pets and children should be kept away from the area.
Step 4: The baking soda needs to be vacuumed up.
Baking soda can quickly fill a vacuum cleaner bag.It's necessary to empty it out.
Step 5: A deep treatment can be applied.
You can make your own deep cleaning treatment with a combination of baking soda, liquid soap, and hydrogen peroxide.Put the ingredients in an open container.It's best to test it on a hidden area of the carpet.Gloves are used when handling this treatment.Don't put a lid on the treatment once it's mixed.
Step 6: It can be sprayed on the carpet.
It is better to spray because it provides an even coat, but remember to leave the nozzle open and avoid leaving unused treatment in a closed spray bottle.Don't saturate the carpet when pouring.If you pour the treatment, wear gloves.
Step 7: Allow it to sit for 24 hours.
The treatment needs time to work.Pets and children should be kept out of the room.
Step 8: To get rid of excess liquid, use a towel.
To remove wet areas, use an old or white towel.The remaining air should be dry.
Step 9: The bowls should be filled with white vinegar or ammonia.
It's a good idea to leave enough room at the top of the bowls.The bowls should be put out in the room.It won't completely remove the odor from the carpet, but it will break down the smoke smell in the room and start the removal process.Do not mix them.A harmful gas will be created.
Step 10: Allow your bowls to sit for a while.
Even though ammonia isn't applied to a surface, it will absorb the odor.Remove and dispose of your substance once you are done with the treatment.Pets and children should not be near the bowls.
Step 11: Baking soda is a great treat.
Sprinkle baking soda and allow it to sit overnight before vacuuming it.Pets and children should not be near the area during treatment.It is possible to try a commercial carpet cleaner.
Step 12: The steam cleaner should be put into the distilled white vinegar container.
It is an acidic cleaner.It removes odors from tar.A commercial cleaning product can be used.Some are targeted for their smoke smells.
Step 13: The steam cleaner should be run over the carpet.
The instructions for your machine should be followed.If you cannot afford a steamer, you can try soaking the carpet in white vinegar.The smell will go away.If you can, open a window and have a fan on to help keep the carpet from getting wet.You can get a carpet steam cleaner from a hardware store.
Step 14: Allow the carpet to dry.
The fan should be left on while the carpet is dry.Don't walk on the carpet.
Step 15: If there is any remaining wetness, soak it up.
To clean up the urine spot, use a paper towel.If the spot is dry, you can clean it with water and a paper towel.There is a clean, white cloth with dish soap and 2 cups of cool water on it.If you want to get rid of any remaining stain, use hydrogen peroxide or vinegar.
Step 16: There is a green dish detergent.
Spot cleaning can be done with green dish detergents.Green dish detergent can be put on a wet paper towel.To clean up urine, Blot the area with a soapy towel.
Step 17: Place baking soda on the spot.
Baking soda can be poured over the wet carpet.It is okay that the baking soda gets damp.
Step 18: Allow it to sleep.
It will take several hours to work the baking soda and soap.If you are working on a small area, cover it with paper towels.
Step 19: White vinegar can be sprayed on the dried urine spot.
Do not remove the baking soda.It is normal for the area to foam as baking soda and vinegar react to each other.The bad smell is removed by this reaction between the two substances.There is a mixture of water, white vinegar, and baking soda that can be used to clean the area.You can mix water, vinegar, and baking soda into a spray bottle.The cleaner has a shelf life of less than a year.If the smell persists, hydrogen peroxide can be applied to the urine spot, but you should test it on your carpet in a hidden area first.There are products that break down the smell that are commercially available.
Step 20: Allow the white vinegar to sit for a while.
Monitor the treatment of the carpet.Pets and children should not be near it.If you are using hydrogen peroxide, it should sit for a while.
Step 21: The cleaning agents should be washed with a soft cloth.
To clean the area, wipe away the remaining baking soda.If the smell remains after it is dry, smell the carpet.If it does, you may have to use a steam cleaner.If your carpet pad is soaked in urine, you may have to replace it.
Step 22: You can use a carpet steam cleaner.
If you have a lot of pet odors, you may need to treat the entire carpet with a carpet cleaner, such as a Green Machine.You can use a commercial odor removing cleaner or mix your own.Run the cleaner over the carpet.You may need to make several passes to get rid of the smell.If you have set in odors, an enzymatic cleaner can help.They are easy to use because you simply soak the carpet and let it dry.
Step 23: The mold smell can be traced back to the causes.
If you smell mold, you probably have high humidity in your house.The mold will continue to thrive if you don't treat the smell.Change your habits to reduce humidity.Run a fan during showers, open a window to let steam out, and use a dehumidifier.
Step 24: To remove excess water, use a wet-dry vacuum.
A wet-dry vacuum can help limit mold growth if your carpet is wet.
Step 25: 2 cups of warm water can be mixed with 1 cup of white vinegar.
If you smell mold, add water to your vinegar.The water needs to be warm rather than hot.The water on the stove should not be warm.
Step 26: You can spray your mixture on the carpet.
Place the carpet in the room.The carpet needs to be damp to react to baking soda.
Step 27: Baking soda can be put on the carpet.
Sprinkle your baking soda on the damp carpet.The baking soda should react to something.It is more convenient to work in small sections of your room if you have a good sprayer.
Step 28: Allow the mixture to dry.
Depending on how much you apply and the fans you use, this may take several hours.
Step 29: The baking soda needs to be vacuumed up.
You can put the baking soda in the trash can.
Step 30: Turn the fan on.
The drying time should be sped up to prevent a return of the smell.If the weather is bad, open a window to keep the room cool.
Step 31: If the smell reappears, you should consult a professional.
You might need the help of a professional if you have water damage.The earlier you get professional help, the better it will be for your home.