You've just completed a major home renovation. The kitchen is updated, the bathrooms are spa-like, and the new open-concept main floor makes the whole house feel brand new. But now that the construction dust has settled, the dingy dirt and grime ground into your once-plush carpets is glaringly obvious. Your beautiful new floors are totally trashed!
It may be tempting to try living with the stains until your next professional carpet cleaning appointment. But seeing your shiny new space tarnished by smeared drywall mud, paint splatters, scattered nails, and constant dirt tracked in by work boots can really detract from enjoying your remodel.
Luckily, with some diligent vacuuming and the right cleaning solutions, you can tackle restoring your carpets yourself.
Start by renting a commercial-grade wet/dry shop vacuum from your local hardware store. These heavy-duty vacuums are designed to suction up both dry debris and liquid. Use the wand attachment to thoroughly vacuum all carpeted areas, using overlapping strokes. Dump out the collection tank frequently so it doesn’t become overloaded.
Next, mix up a carpet cleaning solution of warm water and mild dish soap. Lightly spritz over heavily soiled high traffic areas and use a soft bristle brush to gently scrub the grime. Avoid over-wetting the carpet. Use a clean rag to blot up the dirty solution.Repeat this process as needed until stains lift.
For dried paint splatters or tar, try gently scraping with a plastic putty knife before scrubbing. Mineral spirits can also help dissolve stubborn messes, but test on an inconspicuous area first.
Allow carpets to fully dry before walking on them to prevent tracking residual dirt around. Point box fans towards damp areas to speed drying.
While diligent DIY efforts can remove quite a lot of construction dirt and stains, there may still be some ground-in debris that requires professional-grade truck mounted steam cleaning for complete removal. Contact the experts at Premier Cleaning for an affordable deep carpet cleaning service after your big remodel. Their powerful hot water extraction systems will leave your carpets fresh, clean, and ready to enjoy.
