Removing odors from an area carpet
The poor thing--rug, not husband--is now rolled up and temporarily stored in an out-of-the-way spot in the house. I want to use it but would prefer to avoid professional cleaning.
So, what do you think? Bite the bullet and have it professionally cleaned? Try some other home cleaning method? Which one?
I shall glare strongly at anyone who tells me to throw it out! ;)
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Sandra @Simple is Pretty on Jul 01, 2014Really good question @Susan-Amber Springer, I would try the baking soda some more. Is it possible to wrap it in some garbage bags with it smothered in baking soda and leave it overnight? Another thing to possibly mask the odor is to add about 5-10 drops of lavender essential oil to about 2 cups of baking soda before you add it to the rug. Hopefully this helps. I'd love to hear how your rug situation turns out :)Helpful Reply
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Jeanette Stone on Jul 02, 2014Have you tried a home carpet cleaner? you can rent one at most home centersHelpful Reply
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Nancy Herold on Jul 02, 2014Have your tried a paste of baking soda and water... a heavy paste... rinse spot with clear water afterwards...Helpful Reply
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LaVerne DeHart on Jul 02, 2014Baking soda works very well for removing odors; sprinkles rub in, let sit and then vacumnHelpful Reply
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Dee on Jul 02, 2014Vinegar and water sprayed on works wonders. Will not fade color, and vinegar smell goes away in about 8 hours. OR put outside in sun for several hours/Helpful Reply
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