Clean Carpet Stains, Spills, and Disasters Naturally (with Recipes)
Kids, pets, houseguests, that clumsy relative… never fear again.
That’s right, be prepared for the disasters that will happen knowing you have the solution, it’s ready to whip out at a moment’s notice, and you don’t even have to worry about the toxic chemicals of standard cleaners.
You are golden.
Your home is healthy.
And you don’t have those spill spots constantly reminding you of that frustrating accident that happened two and a half years ago.
Natural carpet cleaning can be very effective when done right. This guide will orient you to:
All of the key ingredients and their unique powers
When to use what… and step-by-step instructions how to use them
The natural cleaner recipes to attack spills and stains from blobs of greasy food to that splashed wine
Tools for storing and applying these natural cleaning solutions
And a special recipe and essential oil guide for keeping your carpets smelling fresh
Before Anything Else, Always Do This One Thing…
Act Quickly!
I can’t emphasize this enough…
Get on it NOW.
Act quickly enough and in many cases you can gently work out the scariest spill with the simplest methods. Many modern carpets are even treated to be stain resistant, but only to a point.
Right away, gently scoop up any solids and excess mess by starting from the outside and moving inward (so as to minimize spreading). DO NOT rub it in. Pick it up, scoop it up, blot it up, but do not rub it in.
Rubbing will damage the fibers and rub the stain in further.
Next, use a clean white towel and gently blot up the remaining spill. Sometimes gently blotting (not scrubbing!) can be all you need if you’re quick.
And now it’s time for some natural cleaning.
Of course, nothing is guaranteed when it comes to spills and stains. If a natural cleaner doesn’t do the job, or the entire carpet needs cleaning, there are professionals to help.
But if you’re looking for a safe, natural, and homemade cleaner you’d gladly use on the same carpets that your kids, pets, and loved ones are on every day… well, you’re in the right place.
Quick Reference: What Stain Fighting Ingredients to Use When
Greasy Stains – Alkaline followed by Natural Soap and Acidic
Non-Greasy Food Stains – Natural Soap and Acidic
Chocolate – Club Soda
Liquid Stains – Natural Soap
Wine Stains: Salt
Blood Stains – Hydrogen Peroxide
Ink Stains – Corn Starch
Disinfecting or De-Musting – Acidic
Dirt and Grime Stains – Natural Soap and Acidic
Mold – Mold Fighters
Freshening Carpets – Homemade Carpet Deoderizer
