Carpet: can it be washed in a washing machine, rules for washing at home

The carpet is the most polluted decoration of the house. The best way to wash it is with a vacuum cleaner, but not everyone has this technique. It is allowed to machine wash the carpet, but the product may not fit into the drum. We'll have to resort to improvised means and household chemicals.

Can the carpet be washed

Not every product can be wet treated with washing powder. To understand whether it is possible to wash the carpet at home or not, you need to conduct a series of tests:

1. Determine the quality of the dye. Wet the edge with water, observe how the paint behaves. If the product is of poor quality, it will shed heavily during washing.
2. Determine the composition of the material. Natural fabrics are sensitive to contact with water. Wool carpets may be wet cleaned following the instructions on the label. Synthetics can be washed.
3. Determine whether it is handmade or factory made. In the first case, you cannot wash. Handmade carpets are only wet cleaned. Factory products can be washed if the base is not adhesive. Otherwise, the glue will dissolve, the pile will begin to fall out, and bald spots will appear in places.

If it is possible to wash your long pile carpet at a car wash or dry cleaner, it is best to do so. Such cleaning at home can be disastrous. Such a carpet is difficult to dry, mold and an unpleasant smell will appear inside.

Large items are not recommended to be washed at home if there is nowhere to hang. The palace needs to be thoroughly dried, and it is difficult to lift it from the floor, especially after using water. The result is decay, mold, and stench.

How to wash the palace

If you want to wash the carpet at home, you need to thoroughly prepare. Buy a cleaner that will deal with stains.

It is recommended to buy carpet cleaning shampoos. You can use dry compositions, for example, salt, soda, dry Vanish, sawdust.

What modern manufacturers offer:

1. Vanish - the most popular remedy. The active powder removes various stains and dirt with ease. Among the disadvantages are only the cost and the inability to remove stubborn stains.
   
2. Yplon - high quality shampoo. It is recommended to use for washing with a washing vacuum cleaner. Suitable for cleaning furniture and car interiors.
   
3. Fra-Ber Lava Interni sold in concentrated form, must be diluted with water before use. Used for synthetic and natural fibers. Penetrates deep into dirt and leaves a pleasant smell on the treated surface.
   
4. Emsal Tuba Carpet Cleaning Shampoo 500 ml prevents rapid contamination. Natural and synthetic products can be washed. The product is environmentally friendly. Enough for a long time. Not only cleans, but also protects the fibers from rapid dust settling.
   
5. Cinderella - has a pleasant smell, it is a concentrate. Hand wash and use for damp cleaning. Minus - does not cope with the removal of greasy stains, soot.It has an anti-morbid effect. It is good to use if after washing the carpet goes to a well-deserved rest.
   
6. Shampoo for cleansing from Amway - is considered one of the best. One bottle is enough for a long time. Very concentrated composition, work only with gloves.
   
7. Drop Vox - liquid carpet cleaner. When dissolved in water, it forms a dense foam, quickly removes dirt without prolonged friction. Wash natural and synthetic products. Quickly removes dirt, does not leave streaks.
   
8. Cleaning compositions from the Karcher company also worked well. They are used to wash carpets using a special machine or a washing vacuum cleaner. The versatility is that with the remaining amount you can wash all the furniture in the house and the interior of the car.
   

There is no unequivocal answer to the question of which compositions are better to wash the carpet at home. Much depends on the quality of the flooring and the nature of the stain. Before choosing a detergent, it is important to determine which product has left the stain, how long ago.

Washing methods for carpet

Remove old stains and coarse debris before starting to wash. Vacuum or sweep the carpet with a broom. Treat stains with laundry soap, baking soda or detergent, leave for 10 minutes and then wash. On very old stains, apply Vanish or another carpet stain remover.

How to properly wash your carpet at home

It is not recommended to wash a large carpet with a lot of water if there is nowhere to hang it to dry. The floor can be cleaned, but there is a risk of ruining the flooring, in addition to the carpet. You can carry out wet cleaning of the product.

You can remove the main dirt using home remedies (soda, citric acid, laundry soap, vinegar or professional composition). For wet cleaning, you can use a washing vacuum cleaner.

If you don't have a vacuum cleaner, do the following:

1. Take the purchased product, dissolve in water in accordance with the instructions for use.
2. Apply only foam to the pile. Leave for a while. Remove residues with a sponge.
3. Vacuum with a regular vacuum cleaner.

The washing vacuum cleaner removes any dirt better, does not damage the fibers

If the product is small, you can wash the carpet in the apartment in the bathroom. Before doing this, be sure to vacuum it so as not to clog the drain.

If the rug is large and does not fit in the tub:

1. Roll up from the clean side and transfer to the room.
2. Pour water into the bathtub, turn off the dirty edge and brush it vigorously with a cleaning compound.
3. Roll the treated area into a roll, unscrew the dirty area and wash. In this way, the entire carpet is washed.
   
4. In the same way, unfold, take a shower, rinse thoroughly in parts.
5. So gradually process the entire carpet. Leave to drain in the bathroom.

You can dry in a large room by hanging it on chairs. If possible, take it outside.

How to wash carpet outdoors

It is possible to wash the carpet at home on the street if there is tiles in the yard, paths are concreted or there are wooden racks according to the size of the product.

The carpet should not lie on the grass, dirt will stick on the seamy side, you will have to repeat the washing process

How to wash your carpet outdoors - step by step guide:

1. Rinse racks or asphalt with clean water. Pre-knock the carpet out of dust, spread it out.
2. Wet well with water. If the hose is available and the pressure is good, water for 10 minutes, this will release more dirt and use less detergent.
3. Apply the purchased composition, rub with a soft bristle brush. Some products leave for 5-15 minutes for additional exposure.
4. Rinse off the soap solution with water pressure.

After washing, do not immediately place on the bar or drying fence. You need to leave the rug on the rack for 3 hours to let the water drip a little. This will make it easier to carry.

How to machine wash your carpet

A household washing machine is not able to perfectly clean the lint, even when using a professional detergent. There is a high risk of damage to the unit; if the vacuum cleaner is poorly cleaned, stones and sand, hair and wool can get inside the drum, which can clog the drain and the garbage filter.

Products with a rubber base must not be washed in an automatic machine.

If the decision is made to clean the carpet in the washing machine, then this should be done only if it is made of fabric and PVC. Algorithm of actions:

1. After preliminary cleaning, put the product in a washing bag or wrap it in a light-colored pillowcase.
2. Mode - delicate, manual, for synthetics or for wool.
3. Temperature - up to 40 ° С. For microfiber and synthetics - up to 60 ° C.
4. Disable spinning, drying. Switch on rinse again.

Washing in an automatic machine is relevant for small items. Large rugs cannot be washed due to their size and weight.

How to clean carpet made of different materials

Vacuuming is not enough to maintain cleanliness. It is necessary to wash the carpet 1-2 times a year, this is more effective than dry cleaning. However, the rules for wet cleaning depend on the type of material.

How to wash synthetic carpets

Stains must not be allowed to dry. Synthetic carpets can be washed by hand or in the washing machine. Temperature - up to 60 ° С.

Wash viscose only with dry powders, if water gets in, dry immediately

It is advisable to wash synthetic carpets using special compounds; you can use alcohol and weak vinegar solutions to remove dried stains.

How to wash microfiber carpets

Modern material perfectly resists moisture. You can wash the carpet in the country, in the bathroom, in the washing machine. Water temperature - 40-60 ° С. Do not use aggressive cleaning and detergent compounds for washing.

If there is no heavy dirt, it is enough to vacuum the carpet. Use an attachment without a brush. After drying or vacuuming - shake to straighten the pile and take its original shape.

How to wash natural carpets

When working with natural materials, it is not recommended to remove stains by hand. Such fabrics can be damaged by aggressive powders and stain removers. For home washing, it is recommended to use lemon juice and salt, grated potatoes.

A woolen carpet can be taken out on a frosty day in the snow. It is advisable to wash it with special powders that do not require moistening. For wool, formulations designed for this material are suitable. They are diluted in water, whipped into a foam. The carpet should only be washed with the foam formed, as it is difficult to remove the detergent from the wool.

Silk rugs should be washed more frequently. They cannot be knocked out and left hanging for a long time. Only clean silk carpets with a smooth vacuum cleaner nozzle. Wash with a soft cloth or brush.

How to wash rubber carpets

Such products should be washed on the most delicate cycle and only in cold water. Nuances:

• should not be exposed to strong physical and chemical stress;
• tumble drying is prohibited.

You cannot put rubber mats in place immediately. If it is not dry enough, mold will form on the surface.

A lot of water can be used, the material does not absorb water

Correct washing of rubber mat:

• dilute the detergent in the basin;
• soak the mat for 5 minutes;
• rub the surface on both sides with a hard bristle brush;
• rinse with clean water and dry.

Bleach can be used for stubborn stains. The temperature regime for the washing machine is 30-40 ° С, without mechanical spinning.

How to dry your carpet properly

If the carpet was washed in the apartment, and there is no way to take it out to the balcony, you need to walk over it with a washing vacuum cleaner. It collects water well. Then hang on chairs.

Drying rules:

1. Away from ultraviolet light. Dry in the shade.
2. Hang on the bar. At the same time, you cannot hang it up if the carpet contains more than 20% moisture by weight. The base will be damaged, the product will stretch.
   
3. Household appliances designed to dry the air can be used. Hot air will not damage the pile, and the substrate will not remain dry.
4. If you need to take it to a car wash or dry cleaner for drying, then after washing, roll it into a roll with the wrong side out.
5. The rubber mat is easier to dry. It is enough to wipe it with a dry microfiber, put towels on top and bottom to absorb moisture. Then direct a stream of hot air. You can use a hairdryer.

Do not leave the carpet to dry on the floor. This will damage the product and deform the flooring.

Useful Tips

In order not to wash carpets often, you should keep them clean and remove any dirt before they can dig into the deep layers of the pile. With regular removal of fresh stains, there will be no need for frequent wet cleaning of the entire product, and the service life will be extended.

Helpful Tips for Washing Carpets:

1. General purpose formulations are more often suitable for artificial products.
2. A natural wool carpet requires cleaning no more than once every 1.5 years.
3. Hair and hair can be removed with tape, special gloves for combing animals.
4. A mild baking soda solution will help fight stains on silk carpet. Mechanical stress is contraindicated for such products.
5. Blood stains will remove the solution from 1 tsp. mild detergent and 1 tsp. wine vinegar, oil - Fairy or Gala (it is better to give it to dry cleaning), wax - a piece of ice, ketchup - 1 glass of vinegar with 2 glasses of water. Ice can handle chewing gum.

Conclusion

You won't have to wash the carpet in the washing machine if you treat it carefully. Proper care of the product will extend its life several times.