How to remove odours from your carpets

During the coronavirus lockdown, people are spending more time at home, which means their carpets are receiving more use. With more use comes the potential for bad odours, which can linger. Here are several ways that stubborn odours can be removed from carpets:

Baking soda or vinegar

To combat the spread of the virus, many are vacuuming their carpets more frequently, but this does not always remove the odours coming from the carpet. The cheapest way to remove odours is to use baking soda or vinegar. Sprinkle baking soda on the carpet and leave for two hours or overnight before vacuuming. Alternately, mix a cup of white vinegar into two cups of water and spray on the carpet using a spray bottle. Vacuum after the carpet is dry. You can also add a tablespoon of baking soda to the vinegar and water solution.

Carpet cleaner

If soda or vinegar fails to remove all odours, use a carpet shampoo with a carpet cleaning machine, which can be hired or purchased. This will help remove odours from deep within the pile, and it will also make sure that all bacteria or viruses are removed. For the best cleaning job, use a professional carpet cleaning company.

Prevention

To prevent odours from occurring, regularly ventilate the room by opening the windows. Clean up spills as soon as they happen, before they can dry and increase their odour. Even if a carpet doesn't smell, it should still be cleaned thoroughly once a week.

Carpets in North Wales and Chester homes are stylish, comfortable and, as long as they are cleaned regularly, safe.