Researchers have found carpets can contain as much as 200,00 bacteria per square inch - which is roughly 4,000 times dirtier than the average toilet seat!Now that we've grossed you out, Here's what you can do.
Whether you have wall-to-wall carpeting or a few rugs,vacuumingat least once per week is a must. And if you have pets and/or kids you should do it more frequently.
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Make sure you have a high-quality vacuum cleaner with strong suction.
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Vacuum slowly and go over high-traffic areas several times for the best results.
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Use a lint roller for quick clean-up of crumbs.
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Grab a rubber edged squeegee or pop on a rubber washing up glove and run it over the carpet to collect pet hair.
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Freshen and brighten carpet with a liberal sprinkling of baking soda every month. Let it sit for an hour or so to absorb oily stains and odours and then vacuum it away.
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Clean up spills and stains as soon as they happen.
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Have your carpets professionally cleaned at least once every 12 months.
