How to clean a carpet with soda at home: cleaning methods + reviews

Daily vacuuming of carpets does not remove small dust particles. There are many ways to help get rid of settled dirt.

Baking soda will not only cope well with any type of dirt, but will also add brightness to the colors.

An effective product will help maintain the aesthetically attractive appearance of the carpet for a long time.

Read the article about how to clean a carpet with baking soda at home.

Advantages and disadvantages of application

Baking soda is a universal cleaning agent that will return your carpets to their original shine and cleanliness. But, like any remedy, it has pros and cons.

Advantages:

• safety;
• availability;
• efficiency;
• disinfection;
• elimination of unpleasant odors;
• color refreshing;
• possibility of dry cleaning.

Flaws:

• the inability to use a soda solution with vinegar when cleaning carpets made from natural fabrics such as cotton, silk, wool;
• the need for repeated cleansing manipulations; after the first procedure, the expected result may not be observed.

Reviews

Reviews from those who have already tried home methods of cleaning carpets with soda:

Anastasia, 45 years old (Nizhny Novgorod). Recently, a child spilled tomato juice on the carpet. I was terribly upset, thinking that it would be impossible to remove the stain. I called the dry cleaner, but was horrified by the high prices for services. I went online, studied the information and tried to remove the stain with baking soda. My delight knew no bounds! There was no trace left of the stain.

Kirill, 30 years old (St. Petersburg). Recently, friends and relatives came to visit and celebrated my housewarming. A few days before their arrival, I bought a new carpet and laid it in the living room. During the celebration, he absorbed tobacco smoke. At the end of the party, I noticed that someone had spilled wine on him. I had to urgently look for information on how to quickly remove the smell and stains. I tried it with baking soda and it helped! Now I recommend this technique to everyone.

Ekaterina, 28 years old (Krasnodar). I live in a big house with 2 children and a dog. The long-suffering carpet is constantly subject to stains and street dirt. To quickly get rid of them, I use a soda solution with the addition of vinegar. True, after cleaning you have to ventilate the room for a day.

Egor, 33 years old (Rostov-on-Don). I came home from work yesterday, poured myself some coffee and accidentally knocked the cup over on the carpet. Knowing that my wife would not be happy with what he saw, I tried the cleaning method with soda and hydrogen peroxide. I was pleasantly surprised. The stain disappeared within a few minutes. Before his wife arrived, he managed to clean everything up and avoided a scandal.

Basic cleaning methods

There are 2 main types of carpet cleaning: dry, wet. In dry form, soda is an abrasive that can remove mechanical impurities, and with warm water it perfectly removes any fats.

The main difference between these methods is their effectiveness. Dry cleaning eliminates visible dirt up to 30%, and wet cleaning – from 70 to 90%.

The advantage of the dry method is the ability to use the carpet immediately after the cleaning procedure . After performing wet cleaning, you need to dry the product thoroughly to avoid the appearance of a musty smell, mold, and the start of rotting processes.

Moisture also has a negative effect on all types of coverings, especially if there is parquet under the carpet.

Dry

To quickly clean and clean a not heavily soiled carpet, disinfecting it and removing bad odors, you will need a vacuum cleaner and baking soda.

Instructions for dry cleaning carpets:

1. Remove debris from the carpet using a vacuum cleaner.
2. Sprinkle a small layer of baking soda onto the product, spreading it evenly over the surface.
3. Wait 1 hour and collect the spilled powder using a vacuum cleaner.

If there are stains, you can dilute a small amount of baking soda with water to a paste and rub into the dirty area. The product can also be easily collected with a vacuum cleaner.

Wet cleaning

Wet processing involves making an aqueous solution of 10 liters of water and 1 tbsp. soda and then spraying it onto the pile.

Before the procedure, the coating is vacuumed and then moistened with the prepared solution using a spray bottle. Take a brush and pass it over the surface of the carpet. At the end of the event, dry the carpet in the air or using a fan.

HOW ELSE CAN YOU USE SODA AND VINEGAR?

A mixture of vinegar and soda is a universal cleaner that can be used on all fabrics except natural ones. This means that the solution may be useful for clothing, textile shoes, and some types of upholstered furniture.

You can also use baking soda and vinegar to get rid of stubborn stains (blood, juice, chocolate, etc.). To do this, you need to add table salt (not iodized) to the mixture, preferably the finest grind.

Overall, this is a simple, affordable and effective tool. The most difficult thing in using it is to quickly apply the mixture to the surface of the carpet immediately after preparing it, rub it in manually, and then remove the remaining foam.

Effective home recipes

There are several recipes using baking soda that will help you quickly and easily remove dirt and dust particles from your carpet. To make soda solutions you do not need any specific knowledge and skills.

With washing powder

To enhance the effectiveness of soda, you should add washing powder.

For this you will need:

• 1 liter of water;
• 1 tbsp. l. soda;
• 1 tbsp. l. vinegar;
• 1 tbsp. l. powder.

Step by step guide:

1. Dilute soda, powder, vinegar in water.
2. Apply the prepared solution to the carpet using a spray bottle.
3. Wait 5 minutes and walk over the product with a soft bristle brush.
4. Wipe first with a damp cloth and then with a dry cloth.
5. Wait until completely dry and vacuum.

When using washing powder, ventilate the room and vacuum the carpet on both sides several times.

With salt

The dry method of cleaning the coating eliminates bad odors and perfectly refreshes its color:

• combine soda and salt in equal proportions,
• sprinkle over the contaminated area,
• After 30 minutes, vacuum up any remaining product.

With peroxide

Baking soda in tandem with peroxide will remove foreign odors and provide an antiseptic effect.

To get rid of old stains and stubborn dirt, you should arm yourself with:

• 2 tbsp. l. soda powder;
• 150 ml hydrogen peroxide (3%).

The procedure involves the following actions:

1. Combine the components and apply the resulting composition to the dirt. Wait 20 minutes.
2. Use a soft cloth to wipe off any dirt, rinsing constantly in warm water.
3. Wipe the product using a moisture-absorbing cloth.
4. Dry the pile using a fan.

Peroxide lightens the surfaces being treated, so it is best to use it only for cleaning plain, light-colored items.

Using dishwashing liquid

Dish detergent will enhance the effect of baking soda and make carpets easier to clean. It is necessary to prepare the product in a large container, since a lot of foam is formed.

Components that are necessary to prepare an effective solution:

• 1 tsp. dishwashing liquids;
• 1 tbsp. l. vinegar;
• 1 tbsp. water;
• 1 tsp. soda powder.

The workflow technology is as follows:

1. 
   Combine detergent with vinegar in a container, then add warm water and add baking soda.

2. Distribute the resulting mixture over the surface of the stains and rub with an abrasive sponge.
3. Blot the surface with a towel and check the result.
4. Clean and collect moisture until the dirt disappears.

With vinegar

Soda-vinegar mixture is an effective household cleaner for cleaning carpets. To prepare the working solution you will need:

• baking soda;
• table vinegar 9%
• water.

Before cleaning the carpet using a solution of soda and vinegar, you need to test its effect on a small area of ​​the floor covering.

If after the procedure its color remains the same, then you can safely begin cleaning the entire carpet.

Sequencing:

1. 
   Vacuum the carpet to remove any dry debris.

2. Take 1 liter of water heated to 60-70°C and dilute 5 tbsp in it. l. vinegar.
3. Add 3 tbsp to the resulting mixture. l. soda
4. Pour the prepared solution into a container equipped with a spray bottle and spray it evenly over the carpet. If there are stains, rub them out using a brush.
5. After 60 minutes, vacuum the carpet.

With citric acid

Using this method, you need to prepare the following components:

• 1 liter of water;
• 1 tbsp. l. soda powder;
• 2 tsp. citric acid;
• 1 tsp. lemon juice.

To achieve the best possible result, you must adhere to the following instructions:

1. Dissolve baking soda in water.
2. Add citric acid and fresh fruit juice to the resulting mixture.
3. Stir the solution well and treat the surface of the product using a brush.
4. Free the carpet from the product.

If necessary, you can repeat the procedure.

On a note

Try to treat contamination as soon as it appears. This will give you a better chance of completely removing the stain.

When cleaning a room, use the dry carpet cleaning method.

Use a solution of baking soda, vinegar and detergents carefully for wet cleaning. Observe the proportions, check the product before use.

After cleaning, dry the carpets and ventilate the room.

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Precautionary measures

To ensure that carpet cleaning does not disappoint the owner, you need to adhere to certain safety measures:

• 
  An incorrect ratio of components during cleaning can leave burns on the skin and respiratory tract.

• When producing working solutions, it is recommended to strictly observe the proportions so as not to destroy the coloring pigment of the material.
• After the procedure, it is good to rinse off the remaining soda from the surface of the coating; if you ignore this advice, the remaining product will cause unpleasant stickiness and dullness of the carpet.
• Make sure that the coating is completely dry after wet cleaning, otherwise a moldy smell will appear, which will negatively affect your health.
• Use hand protection – rubber gloves.
• Do not inhale baking soda powder and make sure there are no children, pets or people with allergies in the area.
• When using the sprayer, make sure that the product does not get into your face.

Although cleaning carpets using soda is a harmless method, you should still follow these basic rules while working.

Auxiliary Tools

1. Vacuum cleaner. Used to remove dust and soda powder residues from the surface.
2. Brushes with soft bristles, preferably of different sizes.
3. Mop or broom for sweeping away powder and other cleaning products.
4. Spray. You can use a bottle with a spray nozzle from any store-bought product. Rinse the container thoroughly before use.

Reference. Small stains can be removed using small brushes or cloth napkins.

Recommendations for cleaning with other available products

There are simple means to help rid the carpet of dust and give the pile shine:

1. Laundry soap
   is considered effective in combating stains and dirt . Grate the product using a fine grater and use as intended.

2. remedy made from ammonia in an amount of 10 ml with the addition of 0.5 liters of water and 1 tsp
   has become widespread washing powder. Apply the resulting mixture to the stains, rub a little and immediately remove the remaining solution, drying well. Otherwise, the structure of the textile will change and the product will lose its original appearance.
3. An alternative to soda solutions is lemon juice , which must be used in its pure form. Pour a small amount of product onto the stained area of ​​the carpet and leave for 60 minutes. Then rinse and dry.

Products based on soda and other substances do not always lead to the expected result. In this case, you need to turn to professionals.

They quickly and safely eliminate any stains and persistent odors on carpets, both natural and synthetic.

IN WHAT CASES WILL VINEGAR HELP?

Vinegar helps remove stains from cigarette ash, grease, wine, blood and others. And the higher the acetic acid content, the more effective the liquid is, but the concentration should not exceed 30%. Another thing is that now it is almost impossible to purchase undiluted acetic acid, so ordinary 9% table vinegar will do.

It is very simple to use: apply the liquid to the stain, wait 10-15 minutes and wash the area with any cleaning agent. The last step is optional, it removes the specific smell of vinegar, which disappears on its own after 3-4 hours.

Valuable tips and prohibitions

Experts advise paying attention to general points when cleaning carpets:

1. 
   When cleaning the carpet, do not use a very hard brush and do not use hot water.

2. Apply soda to the coating evenly and for the same period of time, otherwise the color palette in different places will differ in its saturation.
3. Before using any product, test it on an inconspicuous area of ​​the coating.
4. The natural materials from which the rugs are made should not be cleaned wet; it is better to give preference to dry processing.
5. It is better to entrust silk products to professionals, since it is very easy to spoil it at home.

Treating carpets using these simple recommendations will return the product to perfect condition.

Efficiency of the method

The effectiveness of using regular baking soda for carpet cleaning is due to some of its properties.

These include:

• Baking soda has cleaning properties not only for cleaning carpets, but also for many household stains. It is capable of removing large, old stains, as well as minor dirt. All this will give the carpet a fresh look.
• Soda is absolutely safe for the health of people and pets, which cannot be said about many commercial cleaning products that are entirely chemical-based. After using chemicals, toxic elements may remain even after the carpet has dried, and soda is easily washed off.
• After using soda, there is no unpleasant odor characteristic of chemical products. By the way, many store-bought cleaners use fragrances that are harmful to human health.
• Baking soda is a cheap remedy available to everyone. Even if it is not in stock, it can be easily purchased at any store.

Security measures

In order for the result to be successful and the carpet not to be damaged, it is important to follow the rules, which include safety precautions.

These include:

1. If the carpet is natural, then its fibers are especially delicate and require careful care. It is strictly forbidden to use chemicals for it, including adding them to soda.
2. Before using any method above, you should try it on a small area of ​​the carpet in an inconspicuous place. If the reaction is normal, you can proceed with complete cleaning.
3. The water that is used as a base for the cleaning product should under no circumstances be hot, as boiling water helps to absorb dirt.
4. It is not recommended to use hard brushes as they can damage the bristles.
5. After cleaning, the carpet must be dried quickly; you can even use a hairdryer or heater. Fungus can quickly form on a damp carpet.