How To Easily Refurbish Your Old Carpet

Are you frustrated by your old, stained, and discolored carpet? You don’t have to get rid of it just yet. After all, it has played a huge role in being your home accessory for so many years. Just because your adorable Maine Coon did her business and left the carpet stained or that the years haven’t been kind to the carpet doesn’t mean that you have to let it go. There are various ways you can rejuvenate your old – yet still beautiful – carpet and add some more time on it and all to make your home look beautiful and hip. If you are not sure on where to start, read on to find out how to easily refurbish your old carpet. 

1. Dyeing

This is perhaps the easiest and most convenient way to remodel a discolored old carpet. There is a wide array of products for you to choose from as well as all the colors that you might need. You also have the option of consulting with a carpet dye service professional for that perfect carpet dyeing job. This is also a great DIY job if you have the time for it. But before you get all excited, it’s important that you carefully choose the dye chemicals as not all will be safe for your kids and pets. 

2. Pro Cleaners

Having DIY skills doesn’t certify you as a pro cleaner. While it can be fulfilling to take care of your home cleaning, you might not have the time or expertise to take care of your carpet refurbishing. On that note, professional carpet cleaners have all the necessary tools to give your old carpet a fantastic refurbishment. However, don’t just go for any cleaner. Instead, take time to do extensive research both locally and online by taking notes of their services and customer reviews. When they get to your home, don’t be afraid to ask all the important questions and advice. It’s such information that will come in handy the next time you spill some red wine while on a date night.

3. Fabric Softening

You are now wondering whether it’s the same fabric softeners you use on your laundry. And yes, it's the same products! Fabric softeners have all the necessary compounds to work on the tough carpet pile-ups, especially when mixed with baking soda, warm water, and some detergents. For small stains, you can use a spray bottle and a vacuum cleaner to get the job done. If the stains are more or are spread on a larger surface, you can go crazy and use an industrial cleaner like a pressure washing machine and voila! All the stains will be gone.

4. Home Remedies

Apart from the mixtures discussed earlier, there are other home remedies that you need to know about. Below is a list of home remedies that can in one way or the other help to restore your old carpet. These include: 

• Ice is an inexpensive way to get rid of dents left by furniture that’s been sitting on the carpet for a while. Just place some ice on the dent and let it melt. This helps to expand the fibers. Using a fork or a dry cloth, rub the fibers out and you have your carpet’s dents gone in just a few minutes.
• Baking soda is a great home remedy on gross stains. Sprinkle the baking soda on the stain – and, immediately if possible – let it settle for some minutes. Thereafter, you’ll have all the unbearable odors gone making it even easier to clean the stains.
• Shaving cream works wonders when removing stains. Apply some shaving cream on the stains for a minute or so, and then use a clean dry cloth to wipe the stains off and your old stained carpet will be in good shape once again.

5. Carpet Cleaning Products

In the absence of home remedies or when you encounter tougher carpet complications, you might want to invest in a carpet cleaning product. These products are professionally designed to meet your specific needs. Furthermore, they are versatile and can serve more than one purpose. There are numerous products out there but you must check on the manufacturer’s manual as well as their toxicity levels. The right products will be economical, user-friendly, and eco-friendly when used correctly.

There you have it! You now have five reasons not to get rid of your old carpet. The aforementioned remedies are at your disposal but if you feel you cannot handle it, contact the professionals. Refurbishing a carpet is economical and less time-consuming. It’s time to give your old carpet the refurbishment it needs.