Carpet cleaning tips?
 

I rented a cheap apartment about six months ago. The carpet was pretty old and dreary.

Through partying, having drinks spilled, on it just general tracking dirt on it have added a bunch of stains myself. I had not really cared, but some recent events have drawn my landlord's attention to it. I'll be honest the carpet should have been replaced before I moved i. The rent is real cheap. If had some problems in the time I've lived here and want to avoid further controversy.

I have been dragging a damn Rug Doctor around for a couple hours now. I've pulled so much dirt out it's crazy. The persistent stains have only faded slightly. I know many of you guys have pets, bars, etc. Sorry for the rambling, but any suggestions?

Sounds like you are past the "club soda" phase.

It's time to bite the bullet and call in a professional...if you want your deposit back that is.

Tip #1. Don't get shit on your carpets.

Honestly, in some state, a landlord can't take deposit for repair of normal wear and tear. If the carpet was crappy to begin with, I'd try that approach.

I would just try to see if you can get a decent deal on new carpet. If you messed it up try to set it right.

I'm not wanting to move out. That isn't a problem. I've just had some personal work and family issues that make need the cheap rent. LOL

White out and scotch tape.

You're welcome.

What? How does that work? I'm sure I'm getting sucked into a joke here.

What "recent events" have drawn your landlord's attention?

use 'goof off' (the one in the tall can with a lid)

test it in a closet or other corner or something 1st to make sure it doesnt react badly with that specific carpet.

There arent many stains that dont come out with goof off , IME.

Youre welcome

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I don't really want to get into all that. I've had a rough couple years with various things. Not asking for pity or anything.

Does this vinegar and paper towel type have any merit? It's looking better. Think I'll run the machine one more time before returning it. How about any of these vinegar deals, any truth>

Thanks man. Thought you were joking with the name.

there are other cans of carpet cleaner you can try for stubborn spots, usually some sory of spray on foam and it will come with an agitator....or you us a stiff brush to brush it in, then blot it back out.....

they work ok too, but i prefer goof off

Use the white out to write "CLEAN" on those tough, stubborn stains. Then cover up the white out completely with the scotch tape to keep the dirt and grime from escaping its battle with the cleaning power of the white out. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes tops. The white out and dirts battle will be fierce and epic but in the end the white out should prevail in no more than 20 minutes.

If after 20 minutes the stain is still there, then punch yourself in the nuts because you are a moron for not successfully following my instructions.

A braindead, drunken chimp can do this.

yah, it sounds stupid but basically it is a high powered solvent...works on alot of surfaces and stains...

I have a lot of experience cleaning up after tenants lik you! LOL

if it doesnt work lemme know, i can help

also keep rug doctoring until the water comes out clear, use HOT ****ing water like from the bathtub to fill it.

I think rug doctor sells a spot remover/agitator as well but plain old goof off is your friend


pluff you can huff it when your landlord splits

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Mix with hot water. Pour on stain. Scrub with brush. Vacuum up with Rug Doctor for 5 minutes.

Antifreeze. It may not get the stain out completely, but if you use it right it won't matter...

I heard that it smells and tastes real nice also....

Growing up is hard, isn't it?

If he didn't notate the condition on his move-in checklist the landlord can keep the deposit, and even charge him if the cost of replacement exceeds the amount of the deposit.

FAX knows how to get chewing gum out of carpet.

Is using a carpet cleaning service for some reason not an option? It wouldn't be all that expensive for an apartment, depending on the square footage. They'll do a far better job for you than a rented Rug Doctor. The differences are the temperature they can get their equipment to and the extraction after the cleaning.

This was really my first thought.

All the money you're going to spend on renting equipment, buying cleaning supplies, and stuff like that - just hire a carpet cleaning service instead. Like RJ says, it won't cost that much for an apartment (hell, if you just need one room done, next to nothing) and the results can be amazing. Their professional equipment is light years past what you rent at the grocery store.

Work smarter, not harder.

I've gotten it decent. It's just a couple red stains left. Other stuff is bothering me too. The seams were all shot lots of stains I cleaned out today. The carpet was no good. Thanks for the advice guys.

Red Wine I hope? :huh:

A virgin's blood....

rep motha****a

You guys are priceless. I need to post more. One f'd up family. Haha