Natural Carpets Cleaning Remedies
Natural Carpets Cleaning Remedies – Grease And Oil Stains
To remove oil and grease stains from carpets, mix sufficient water and kaolin (china clay – available from the chemist) to form a thick paste, and then spread this over the soiled areas. Leave the paste until is completely dry (24 to 36 hours). Reduce to a powder with a stiff broom, and then vacuum up.
Oil and grease stains are completely removed this way. You can substitute fuller’s earth for the kaolin, and use the mixture to successfully dry clean natural fibre carpets, following the same procedure.
Natural Carpets Cleaning Remedies – Carpet Stain Remover
A general, all-purpose stain remover, for all carpets, can be made by dissolving half a cup of pure soap flakes or grated soap in boiling water. Allow to cool, then whip until stiff.
Apply to a small area at a time, allow to dry then remove the residue and wipe with a damp cloth. When the carpet is almost dry, brush up the pile. See also Ink Stains.
Homemade Natural Carpet Shampoo Recipe
This can be used to lightly shampoo carpets or to spot-clean.
Homemade Natural Carpet Shampoo – What You Need?
4 tablespoons dried soapwort
distilled water
Homemade Natural Carpet Shampoo - How to Prepare?
Place soapwort in an enamel or stainless steel saucepan and add enough water to cover. Boil for 5 minutes, cool, and strain through muslin. Use neat for spot-cleaning or dilute 2 to 1 volume, or more if needed, for shampooing.
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