How Do You Remove Odors From Carpet?
Carpet seems to capture odors and hold onto them for dear life. These odors can be removed, and the time and effort will depend largely on the type and intensity of the odor. If the odor is strong, be prepared to use several applications and repeat the ones that work. Persistence is key. When possible, adding fresh air always helps to expedite the process. Below are several different applications, all of which will battle odors. Try each one until the odor is removed or lessened. When you find one that is effective for your particular odor type, repeat the applications until the smell is gone. You Will Need: • Baking Soda • White vinegar • Water • Spray bottle • Vacuum • Broom • Dustpan • Soft cloths Steps to Remove the Odor: • Baking soda is well known for removing odors. It’s easy to use and effective for removing odors from carpeting. • Sprinkle the area liberally with baking soda. For odors that go beyond the surface, brush the area lightly with a broom to work the baking soda down
How to remove odors from carpets. Step 1 If there are specific odored areas of the carpet, first spray them with a carpet stain remover or pet stain/urine remover and let the solution sit for the recommended amount of time. Certain odors, such as urine, need to first be neutralized and this can only be done with a product that is shown to neutralize/remove ammonia. Many of these such products can be found at pet supply stores such as PetSmart. Step 2 Dissolve a 1/2 cup of baking soda (such as Arm&Hammer) in a gallon of clean tap water. Step 3 Add mixture to the the empty tank of a steam cleaner/carpet cleaning machine. Step 4 Clean soiled/ordored carpets thoroughly with baking soda mixture and steam cleaner/carpet cleaning machine. Carpets should be damp but NOT excessively wet. Step 5 Allow carpets to dry. If odor persists repeat steps 1-4. Sometimes multiple cleanings are needed to completely remove deeply embedded odors.
