DIY Carpet Stain Remover
My carpet and I have a love-hate relationship. I love my carpet’s plush surface and the soft landing it provides for my rambunctious toddler. However, keeping my carpet clean and sanitary is a HUGE pain! Among the pet hair, spilled sippy cups, and dirty shoes, keeping on top of stains is quite the chore. However, using this DIY Carpet Stain Remover, my carpet has never looked better!
I received a Samsung Motion Sync Upright Vacuum in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own.聽
DIY Carpet Stain Remover
Ingredients/materials needed:
– Distilled white vinegar
– Water
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon dish-soap
– Spray bottle
– Dish scrubber or sponge
*Be sure to test on a small area of carpet before use to make sure there is no discoloration.聽
Instructions:
1. Fill your spray bottle with half-part water and half-part vinegar. (I usually fill my spray bottle about 3/4 of the way full)
2. Add dish-soap to the mixture. (I love the scent of Dawn Destinations)
3. Put the baking soda in last; because of the chemical reaction, it may over flow a bit. To make sure that your solution doesn’t get everywhere, do this part in the sink. Once the solution settles down, you’re ready to begin.
4. Saturate your stain with your DIY Carpet Stain Remover. Allow stain to soak for 3-5 minutes. Using a dish scrubber or sponge, scrub solution vigorously into carpet. After a few minutes, rinse with a damp rag (preferably warm water).
5. Allow spot to dry completely to view your nice clean carpet. Repeat process if necessary.
I’m not lying when I say that my carpet has never looked better; just check out the before and after photos. This DIY Carpet Stain Remover took out a grease stain (left by the repairman), sticky fruit snacks that were stuck in the carpet, and muddy paw prints. Although it’s important to spot treat your carpet, that’s just part of the carpet cleaning process. In order to establish clean and sanitary carpet, a reliable vacuum is a must.
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The flawless transition from carpet to hard floors is just another reason why I love this vacuum. Not to mention, the swivel technology is to die for. With such easy maneuverability, there isn’t anywhere this vacuum can’t reach. The reach on this vacuum is also apparent with its ability to clean right up next to the wall – goodbye dog hair and dust! Perfect for furniture or cleaning out the car, this Samsung Vacuum’s hoseless detachable handheld vacuum helps you clean all of those hard to reach places. What more could you ask for in a vacuum?
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Thank you so much fort sharing this DIY stain remover. I have a little boy and two cats, so I really needed idea how to treat the stains without using chemicals!
Never thought of making a home carpet stain remover. Thanks for directions.
Wow looks like it worked great! Thanks for sharing, I’ll have to try it out.
I really don’t like using chemicals on the rugs because of the kids and dogs. Thanks for the info.
what a great idea, safe to use and no horrid chemical smells. I have cats that love to get rid of hairballs 馃檨 and my carpet has seen better days… so I want to try this out to see if I can put a little more life into the carpet and get it looking better.
This is so much better than using chemicals on your carpet. Thank you for the info.
I am ALWAYS running out of carpet cleaner. This is GOLD! Pinned it! http://www.pinterest.com/pin/259097784788106062/
I am going to try this out! I have four very busy, active kids so my carpet gets it fair share of stains to keep up with.
amazing! never would have thought it would work. Will be trying for myself
Thanks for the tip, I am definitely going to try this!
What an inexpensive way to remove stains! Love it!
This is an awesome way to save money and avoid harmful chemicals.
I’ve never thought of making my own stain remover. I love how easy it is!
This will really come in handy! Thank you! I have so many stains from the kids!
Thanks!
I never imagined that I could make my own stain remover, but I am very excited to try this.
thanks for sharing this. I need to give it a try with having a 2 yr old grandson living with me.
I have plenty of those spots on my carpet too. I need to try your solution!
Wow, those stains came up really well. I have some bad ones, as well… Thanks for the recipe.
Finally, a solution to my carpet stain problems. I’ll do this asap.
I will have to make a batch of this spot remover. I could definitely use it. The vacuum looks like a really nice one too!
Looks like a great vacuum that I would love to try it. Thanks for the carpet cleaning tips.
Ooooo you have beige mine is a light deenim blue and like yours I love/hate it. I use a cleaner just like this on miine- and with pets and family it is a non stop fight keeping it clean. I like using the natuaral cleansing things better than chemicals and this works pretty good as long as youre quick!
I love that it has such a neat attachment. I am always getting food stuck in my couch. That thing would come in handy.
Wow, that works amazing! Bookmarking this for next time i need some, hopefully not soon! lol
Thanks this, I love discovering DIY cleaning recipes, helps me save money 馃檪
I didn’t know samsung made these. All of our appliances are samsung so will have to check this out!
I can’t wait to try out this DIY carpet cleaning solution. I hate the store bought stuff. It stinks.
If their vacuums are anything like their electronics, then this Samsung vacuum must be a beast! I’d love to give it a try.
Wow that is amazing! I love the diy stuff. I’m definitely going to try this out. I would love to be able to get some of the stains out of our carpet from the kids making a mess. 馃檪
I LOVE this! I’m all about making cleaners for myself whenever I can. I don’t need extra chemicals floating around the house.
I NEED to try this DIY carpet stain remover ASAP! How horrible is it to come home to a carpet-stain on a daily basis?!
That is a really cool idea to make DIY carpet stain remover like this. It will come in handy at my house.
How cool! It really works, huh? I need to try this myself!
This is a very good inexspensive Carpet Stain Remover that I am going to try. This is so much healthier to use when having a dog around. Thanks for the recipe.
I love this DIY carpet stain remover, and I already have all the ingredients on hand, great way to save some money.