Cleaning your area rugs can not only be a difficult task, but it can also have a negative effect on Mother Nature. Many rug cleaning products on the market today have hazardous chemicals and substances that can affect our environment negatively. If we are not careful, we will surely do some irreversible damage to our environment by using too many unnecessary chemicals. We should take every measure possible to protect our environment, no matter how small. These measures can include seeking alternatives to our traditional rug cleaning products.
Having clean area rugs does not have to come at the expense of our surroundings. Thankfully, there are a number of rug cleaning solutions that are very eco-friendly and just as effective as the products we are all used to. Here are some Earth-friendly cleaning solutions that you can use to ensure that your rug gets clean without harming the environment.
Vinegar – Vinegar is commonly used in the kitchen. It helps make our food taste great. Unknown to many though, is that it can also be an effective cleaning agent for removing stains from your rugs. To use vinegar for stain removal you will want to mix one part of it with two parts water. Pour the solution into a spray bottle and apply it to the stain. Use a little of the solution each time. Using too much of any cleaning agent at one time creates the potential for bad things. You can always add more later. Blot the area with a clean towel and see how effective it can be. You may need to repeat the steps a few times but you’ll end up with a clean rug while helping the environment.
Beer – Beer can be a refreshing reward after a hard days work but it also has another use, cleaning stains off of your rug. To remove stains from your area rugs, try pouring a few drops of beer over the soiled area. Next, use a clean towel or cloth to softly agitate the stained area. Blot the area and add a few more drops as necessary. Before you know it, the stain is gone. Beer is a particularly effective tool for cleaning coffee stains from your rugs.
These two items are great when it comes to cleaning rugs and they won’t have the negative side effects that many traditional cleaners will have on our environment. Give Mother Nature a helping hand by using these effective alternatives the next time you need to clean stains off of your rugs.
