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Homemade Carpet Cleaner: Say Goodbye to Store-Bought Brands!

July 30, 2020 by 101 Days... 6 Comments

Doesn’t really matter so much what made the stain, when you see that carpet stain you want it gone, right? Today’s recipe for homemade carpet cleaner is an effective alternative to the store-bought, chemically-laden carpet cleaners. It doesn’t really matter what made the stain, because this homemade carpet cleaner will help you get out the most common household carpet stains.

Not all store bought items work better than homemade cleaners. Especially when it comes to carpets. If you have some tough stains and or odors, keep reading. This is an easy solution to make and it's cheap. #carpetcleaninghacks #cleaningtips #homemadecarpetcleaner #101daysoforganizationblog

The first part of this carpet cleaner DIY solution is none other than some simple hydrogen peroxide. Pair it up with the power of some Dawn dishwashing liquid, preferably the blue one.

Homemade Carpet Cleaner: Say Goodbye to Store-Bought Brands! | DIY Carpet Cleaner | Make Your Own Carpet Cleaner

Homemade Carpet Cleaner

  • Mix the hydrogen peroxide and Dawn dishwashing liquid together, using a ratio of 3 parts hydrogen peroxide to 1 part dishwashing liquid.
  • Put both ingredients into a spray bottle and shake well to mix it together. If it gets too foamy, let the bottle rest for awhile before using the solution.
  • Use this solution for quick and easy spot cleaning of all your rugs and carpeting, but it is advisable to try it first in a less-noticeable area in case it lightens the color of your carpet.
  • Spray the solution on the stain, and then use a clean white microfiber cloth to scrub the stain in multiple directions. I like to work in a circle, first clockwise and then in reverse. Homemade Carpet Cleaner: Say Goodbye to Store-Bought Brands! | DIY Carpet Cleaner | Make Your Own Carpet Cleaner
  • Use a second spray bottle filled with fresh water to spray and rinse the solution from the carpet. Just spray the water on, and use a second clean white microfiber cloth to blot the wetness away.
Homemade Carpet Cleaner: Say Goodbye to Store-Bought Brands! | DIY Carpet Cleaner | Make Your Own Carpet Cleaner

If you have a carpet steamer, instead of using a store-bought cleaner with it, try using half water and half white vinegar. Vinegar gives the steam a surprising boost and helps to get your carpet looking cleaner. Vinegar is also a great way to get rid of the pet odors that hide out in your carpet!

Filed Under: A Clean Home, Cleaning, Frugal Living, Homemade Products Tagged With: carpet cleaner, Carpet Cleaner DIY, Carpet Stain, DIY, Homemade Carpet Cleaner

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  1. Sarah Kite says

    September 27, 2018 at 8:08 pm

    These are wonderful tips! A super cheap way to clean those stains.

    Reply
  2. Persian rugs london says

    April 17, 2019 at 2:27 am

    Short but is very informative and useful. Thanks a lot for these tips. This a great cleaner for a dingy carpet.

    Reply
    • 101 Days... says

      April 19, 2019 at 7:13 pm

      I hope it helped you! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Kat says

    January 29, 2020 at 11:18 pm

    I love these tips 🙂 As a professional cleaner myself I do need to recommend pros…but in-between sessions, I think this solution is the PERFECT ‘solution’…haha. Not harmful to rugs, eco-friendly, and cheap!

    Reply
  4. Tile & Grout says

    January 30, 2020 at 6:47 am

    I never thought of using hydrogen peroxide as a carpet cleaning agent, vinegar and soda water has always been my go-to. Thank you for the excellent insights and thorough description! Would you happen to have any tips on tile and grout cleaning?

    Reply
  5. James says

    August 27, 2020 at 8:29 am

    Nice post

    Reply

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