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Brilio.net - Carpet is a common decorative element used to cover hard floor surfaces such as wood or ceramic. Its function is not only to cover the floor, but also to increase the aesthetic value of the room, change the appearance and atmosphere of the house, and unite various elements in the room.
Carpet care is essential to keep it clean and ensure it remains in good condition for use. Dust, dirt, and various types of contaminants can make the carpet look shabby and dirty.
Dirty carpets will emit an unpleasant odor that can spread throughout the room. This will disturb the comfort of the occupants of the house.
Dirty carpets need to be cleaned immediately by washing them so that they remain comfortable to use. Because the large and thick size of the carpet is often considered troublesome to wash yourself, taking it to a laundry service is a more practical alternative.
But actually you don't need to bother washing or taking it to the carpet laundry. Because stains, dirt, or odors from the carpet can be treated at home. You only need to use a cleaner from these simple ingredients.
As done by YouTube user Zulaikha pratiwy. She shares how to clean a shabby carpet using only three simple ingredients, namely citric acid, dishwashing soap, and baking soda.
Put one pack of citric acid in a container filled with hot water. Then add enough dishwashing soap. Dishwashing soap contains surfactants that can lift dirt, oil, and grease that sticks to the carpet. While citric acid can remove the smell of mold and neutralize the remains of other cleaning agents that may be left on the carpet.
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However, before pouring the liquid, rinse the carpet with water. Then sprinkle baking soda on the wet carpet. Baking soda contains sodium bicarbonate which can absorb odors and dirt that stick to the carpet. Well, then you can pour the citric acid and dishwashing soap that have been prepared earlier. This citric acid is your alternative if there is no vinegar at home.
photo: YouTube/Zulaikha pratiwy
Brush the carpet until all the stains are gone. Only then can it be soaked. Do not soak it straight away because it will only make the stains spread further.
photo: YouTube/Zulaikha pratiwy
After soaking for a while, you will see the water turning cloudy. That means all the stains on the carpet have fallen off.
Rinse the carpet with clean water until there is no trace of citric acid or dish soap left. Dry the carpet with a dryer or direct sunlight to prevent mold from growing back.
photo: YouTube/Zulaikha pratiwy
Easy enough, right? You can do this on carpets that are full of stubborn stains. Don't forget to clean the carpet regularly by vacuuming, scrubbing stains, or washing the carpet with the appropriate cleaning product, okay?
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Are you planning to buy a new carpet to decorate your home interior ? Before coming to the store or checking out at the online shop, you can find out first what carpets are being sought after this year. Compiled by brilio.net from daltonindonesia.com, here is the review.
1. Carpet designs with geometric motifs are still a favorite this year. Abstract and organic patterns are also increasingly popular. These patterns create a unique, expressive, and different look.
2. The biophilic concept inspired by nature is also trending. Leaf motifs, wood textures, and earthy color gradations create a calm atmosphere like in nature.
3. Carpet tiles with modular designs create unlimited creativity in color and pattern combinations.
4. You can also choose a carpet with bold colors, such as maroon, mustard, and navy to decorate your living room.
5. If you don't want bright or bold colors for your carpet, warm colors such as cream, beige, gray can be the next option. These colors are suitable for living room, office, or bedroom areas.
(brl/psa)
