I may be biased as Ideal Home’s Cleaning Editor, but I absolutely love steam cleaning. It’s chemical-free, it’s easy to do, and it’s extremely effective - which is why I think everyone should know how ...

Vacuuming may be part of your regular cleaning schedule, but how often do you give those carpets a major deep clean? It turns out, cleaning or shampooing your carpets is one of the most important ...

Cleaning carpet can easily feel like the hardest job in the house, and in a lot of ways, it is: The equipment is specialized, a lot can go wrong, and there's no way to walk back your steps or just ...

A single pass over carpet isn't enough to fully clean it—go over carpet the way you would mow a lawn and do so consistently. Be sure to spot clean any spills as soon as they happen—any more time and ...

Carpets are a common feature in most homes. They make a room feel cozy while adding texture and warmth. However, dirt, dust, and allergens thrive in carpets. Regular vacuuming removes surface debris, ...

Whether your latest carpet stain resulted from a Merlot mishandling or a Chardonnay snafu, your first reaction is often sheer panic—followed by frantic googling for “homemade carpet cleaner.” Not only ...

Dark, shadowy, dirty lines on the carpet along baseboards, under doors and draperies, along the edges and in the crevices of carpeted stairs are visible signs of a problem called filtration soil. With ...