In my experience with handling carpet for many years, I firmly believe the product for tough stains, is a product called Folex. this product can be found at home Depot and also, online. It takes out just about everything. You simply spray... rub it in with your fingers, and blot it out immediately with a white cloth, or even better... use a vacuum hose, if available... and suck the stain and solution right out of the carpet.
Of course, you need to vacuum your carpet as much as possible, but at least twice a week in the traffic areas. This will keep the dirt out of the pile, where it will do damage to the fibers. This will increase the appearance and longevity of your carpet, immensely. Also, make sure you have an upright vacuum with a beater brush that spins. Walmart has a bissel that works great for usually, around fifty bucks or so.
Most manufacturers recommend professional steam cleaning every 12 months... but if you can keep your carpet clean, then wait until it actually needs it. Check with your manufacturer on professional cleaning guidelines, because in most cases, they will give you a little trouble covering any cleaning warranty if you don't use professional steam extraction as the method. I DO NOT RECOMMEND cleaning carpet yourself with these diy cleaning machines. It's hard to regulate the amount of solution and water that gets into your carpet, and could deteriorate the backing.... if your carpets under warranty, manufacturers frown on this. So, if you don't care about your warranty and just want to keep the carpet clean, then I guess it's okay. Just keep in mind it will shorten the life of your carpet, in most cases.
- David Lepore www.floridafloorsmart.com
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