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Even if you have a carpet that’s durable and can withstand heavy traffic, keeping your carpet clean can be a real challenge if you have kids, pets, or both. Kids spill things, pets can leave all kinds of stains, and they both tend to track in dirt from outside. Whether you’ve just installed new carpet, or are trying to make your current flooring last, these three tips can help you keep your carpet clean.

Top 3 Ways to Keep Your Carpet Clean

1. Remove Shoes at the Door and Keep Pet Paws Dry

Shoes and pet paws can track in all kinds of dirt and bacteria from outside. To keep your carpets stain-free, have a house policy of removing shoes at the door. For easier removal, place a bench or a shoe rack by the door. For pets, keep a towel next to the door so you can wipe off their paws when they come back inside.

2. Vacuum Frequently

Vacuum several times a week on high suction to pick up pet hair and crumbs that may have worked their way down into the carpet. A vacuum with a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter will keep even the smallest particles inside the bag, rather than letting them escape back into air in your home.

3. Spot-Treat Stains

The sooner you get to a stain, the better for your carpet. For fresh stains, soak up as much liquid as possible with a clean cloth, blot with a mixture of clear dish soap and water, and rinse by blotting with fresh water. Use a pet-friendly spray carpet cleaner for those tougher stains, like pet urine and fruit juice. Stale stains or persistent odors should be treated by a professional carpet cleaner.

 

Need new carpet? The team at Gene’s Floor Covering in Gulf Shores, AL, will help you in every step of the process, from selecting a good quality carpet to handling the installation. Visit their website to explore their carpet and flooring inventory or give them a call at (251) 968-645 to learn more about their services.

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