Here's how to brighten a nonwool carpet without shampooing it. First, vacuum the carpet. Then mix 1/2 cup of clear ammonia in 1 pint of water. Test the solution on an inconspicuous part of the carpet. If there's no color change, dip a sponge mop into the solution, wring it almost dry, and lightly run it over the carpet's surface.
How to stop fraying
- Want to prevent carpet seams and edges from fraying? Brush them with a liquid resin that locks the yarn in place as it dries. It's sold at fabric and craft shops.
- The outermost braid of a braided rug usually wears out first. Save the rug from this fate by sewing a strip of bias binding around the edges of the rug.
Removing a discoloring spill
If a spill causes carpet discoloration, dip a clean, white towel into a solution of 1 tablespoon of liquid hand-dish-washing detergent (or 1/2 cup white vinegar) in 1/2 cup of warm water. Alternately dab the spot with the solution and then bolt it with a clean, white towel until it's dry.
Remove furniture imprints
To remove deep indentations left in your carpet by furniture, lay damp bath towel over the depression and press lightly with an iron. When the towel area is dry, the indentation will be gone.
BONUS TIP >> If you must replace furniture on a freshly cleaned carpet before it has dried completely, place coasters under the legs to prevent stains and indentations.
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