Share your thanks with Haim Shemesh
Your thanks is on its way!
Haim Shemesh
Carpet & Rug Cleaning Specialist
wikiHow's Editorial ProcesswikiHow partners with over 1000+ experts from a wide range of fields to ensure our content is accurate and based on well-established research and testimony. Content Managers conduct interviews and work closely with each expert to review information, answer reader questions, and add credible advice. Learn more about our editorial process and why millions of readers trust wikiHow.
Forum Comments (2)
In general, keep your rug out of direct sunlight, which could fade it. Avoid walking on your rug with shoes and have it cleaned every year and a half to 2 years to help resoften the fibers and preserve its quality.
Q&A Comments (28)
Co-authored Articles (27)
How to Clean Cat and Dog Puke Out of Your Carpet
The best ways to clean up vomit, whether it’s dried or freshWe love our furry friends, but it can be frustrating when a pile of their vomit ends up on the carpet. If your cat or dog has recently puked on your favorite ...
The Best Ways to Eliminate Throw up Stains & Odors from Carpet
Remove vomit from carpets and rugs using these simple tipsThe best way to clean vomit out of the carpet is to use the right tools to tackle the issue as soon as possible. Scrape up the chunks with a spatula and dry the m...
How to Clean Urine Stains & Odors from Carpet
A step-by-step guide to getting pee out of carpets & fabrics Removing urine stains and odors from carpeting can be tricky, but luckily, there are easy ways to remove them. Whether you’re dealing with pet or human urine...
How to
Remove Red Wine from Carpet
Accidents happen, and who among us hasn’t accidentally knocked over a glass or bottle of wine? While your stomach may drop watching that bottle of cabernet drop to the floor, rest assured that your beautiful carpet is ...
The 10 Best Solutions to Get Any Ink Out of Your Carpet
Tackle pen, cartridge, marker, and tattoo ink spots like a proRemoving an ink stain from a rug or carpet might seem daunting, but there are several methods that can make it disappear in minutes. The most effective way to...
4+ Home Remedies To Remove the Smell of Cat Pee From Your Carpet
Tips to deodorize your carpet and get your cat to use the litter boxThe smell of cat urine can definitely be unpleasant, but, fortunately, an enzyme cleaner made specifically to tackle pet stains and odors will get rid o...
How to Remove Odors From Carpet with Baking Soda
How long do you leave the baking soda on the carpet? Your questions, answered If your carpet has a funny smell due to spilled food, pet odor or years of foot traffic, baking soda might be just the right solution.. 12 May...
How to Get Rust Out of Carpet: 2 Effective Ways
Rust stains can make their way to your carpet from leaky windows, wet toys, or furniture, and they can be hard to get out once they set in! Instead of using harsh chemical cleaners to remove rust stains, you can make a s...
How to
Get Dried Slime Out of Carpet
While slime is a cool and fun product, it’s not so great when it gets on your carpet. Don’t worry, though, there are several ways you can remove dried slime from your carpet or a rug, depending on what you have handy...
How To Easily Get Rid of the Smell of Vomit From Your Carpet
Deodorize your carpet of any lingering vomit smellOh no! Someone just got sick and your carpet ended up paying the price. If someone’s just thrown up on your carpet, you’re most likely going to want to get rid of tha...
How to
Clean Beer Out of Carpet
Spilled beer on your carpet is annoying, but you can easily clean it up without leaving behind an odor or a stain. If the beer was recently spilled, remove it with clean water and dry cloths or paper towels. For beer-sta...
How to
Clean Carpet Stains
Nothing ruins a party or quality time with kids and pets like a fresh stain on the carpet. Whether it's a spilled drink or a bathroom accident, you will notice that anything staining your carpet tends to linger visually ...
How to
Remove Blood Stains from Carpet
Blood becomes much harder to remove once it has dried. Get started as soon as possible for the best chance at reviving your carpet without damage. These treatments are listed roughly from the most gentle treatment, to th...
How to
Measure a Roll of Carpet
The most accurate way to measure a roll of carpet is to simply unroll and measure it. However, the obvious method is not always the most realistic. In some situations you might have multiple rolls of carpet that need to ...
How to
Remove Gum from Carpet
Many people enjoy chewing gum as flavorful treat to exercise the jaw, eliminate boredom, and even help quit smoking. Unfortunately, gum sometimes ends up where it's not supposed to be, like your carpet. If you discover a...
How to
Clean Carpet Edges
Dirty carpet edges can be really annoying and may even trigger an allergy flare-up because of trapped dust. Cleaning your carpet by the skirting boards (also called baseboards) is fairly easy if you have a crevice attach...
How to
Get Silly Putty Out of Carpet
The stretchy, impressionable quality of silly putty makes it fun to play with, but a mess to get out of the carpet. Fortunately, there are several tricks you can use to remove a glob of silly putty, even if it's already ...
How to
Get Burn Marks Out of Carpet
Burn marks on your carpet can be frustrating to clean, whether you’ve dropped a match, a hot iron, or even a hair dryer. For bigger burn areas, or those in very conspicuous spots, it may be best to call a professional ...
How to Get Hair Dye Off Carpet
Removing hair dye from a carpet is possible with the right ingredients and technique. First, try removing it without using harsh chemicals. A mixture of water, vinegar, and dish soap can be used, as well as rubbing alcoh...
How to
Get Tar out of Carpet
Tar is an especially durable and sticky material, so if you accidentally track some onto your carpet, it’s understandable to worry. Luckily, there are several ways to remove tar even from a delicate and absorbent mate...
