How do you get old stains out of carpet?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/home-cleaning-tips-vinegar-and-baking-soda.htm">Vinegar and baking soda</a> work well at lifting old stains from carpet.</p><ul><li><p>Pour a generous layer of dry baking soda over the old stain.</p></li><li><p>In a spray bottle, combine distilled white vinegar with 1 cup of warm water. Add a few drops of liquid dish soap.</p></li><li><p>Spray the baking soda area thoroughly with the vinegar solution.</p></li><li><p>Let the vinegar and baking soda sit for a few hours.</p></li><li><p>Wipe or vacuum up the baking soda once it dries, then blot the area with a clean, dry towel.</p></li><li><p>Repeat as needed to lift the stain.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Can I wash my couch upholstery?

• <div><p>It might be possible to wash your couch upholstery, but we don&rsquo;t recommend it. Couches labeled with a &ldquo;W&rdquo; or &ldquo;W/S&rdquo; on the tag might be okay to wash gently with a couch cleaner or a homemade couch cleaning solution, but you have to be very careful not to get the padding underneath wet, as it will deteriorate and potentially ruin your couch. You should hire a professional upholstery cleaner to guarantee a safe, deep clean for your favorite furniture items.</p></div>

Q: What do professionals use to clean carpet?

• <div><p>Many professionals use high-powered steam cleaners (hot water extraction machines) to deep clean carpets. These machines inject hot water and cleaning solutions into the carpet fibers, extracting the dirt, allergens, and moisture with powerful suction. In addition to steam cleaning, pros may use specialized tools like rotary scrubbers and stain removers for tough spots, along with eco-friendly or commercial-grade cleaning products tailored to the carpet type.</p></div>

Q: Can I use distilled white vinegar on my carpet?

• <div><p>Vinegar is great at lifting food-based stains from carpets and upholstery, but some people prefer to avoid using this strong-smelling cleaner out of fear that the scent will linger long after getting rid of the spot. If you're not afraid of the pungent smell, try mixing equal parts vinegar and water in a spray bottle in place of the DIY solution we suggested above. Then, use these <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-get-rid-vinegar-smell.htm">tips to remove the smell of vinegar from your home</a>. </p></div>

Q: Can laundry detergent ruin your carpet?

• <div><p>Spilling a bit of laundry detergent on your carpet is not enough to ruin it, but it's best not to make it a habit. Regularly exposing your carpet to laundry detergent, such as when using it as a carpet cleaner, can leave a residue, affect its appearance, and even break down fibers over time.</p></div>

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Last update on December 13, 2025

Reviewed in October 2024
Do NOT hire this company. Horrible workmanship. Gross cuts. Floors wavy. Carpet not tacked right. Stay CLEAR!
Rocky Flooring
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Reviewed in September 2024
The owner explained the process of the cleaning cleaned up after themselves and prompt service
Southeast Pro Clean
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Reviewed in July 2024
Ben and Ronnie did a great job!! Cleaned up the area in the bathroom. I give them five starsâ ï¸ â ï¸ ð â ï¸ â ï¸
West Shore Home Charleston
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Reviewed in March 2023
Duct and central air system cleaning Services I live in Pennsylvania and we did everything over our cell phones including pictures. Chris kept me in the loop the whole time with messages and texts the pictures, before and after. I was completely satisfied with this company and price was...
American Air and Mold Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2021
Branden P. And Ray A. were very nice and they took all precautions that were necessary due to COVID. They also did their best to keep the floors clean while they were installing the shower. I was expecting lots of dust but had minimal dust as they worked. I would consider using them again for...
West Shore Home Columbia
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Reviewed in January 2020
very detailed, clean kind and courteous in and out in timely manner. No paint droplet brush marks on the floors. Paid attention to detail, and most of all the pricing was phenomenal. I would and will hire again, I do recommend. one more thing they did my base boards," I had called other...
East Coast Coatings
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Reviewed in October 2019
It was good. It was pretty quick. They got the outside unit cleaned.
Commercial & Residential HVAC, LLC
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