Pet Stains and Odors
We all love our messy friends. Whether you have a dog, cat, or hamster, you know first-hand headaches that pets can bring to a carpet. However, mistakes can happen, and it’s important to be prepared for when problems arise. Understanding carpet cleaning procedures can keep long-term damage from pet poop, vomit and odors to a minimum.

Step one is to pick up the mess when you notice it. This includes immediately scooping up any poop and blotting any urine. As you do this, be careful to not scrub the rugs. This can push them further into the carpet, making them larger and harder to remove later on. Once all the large debris is cleaned up, use a vinegar solution to clean and blot out the rest.

Tea Stains
Everyone enjoys a warm cup of tea in the afternoon, but very few appreciate the mess it leaves behind when spilled all over their carpet. No matter the size of the mishap, it’s important to be prepared if you want to remove the stain.

Before you start carpet cleaning, start by consulting the cleaning instructions from the carpet tags. These instructions will help you determine what carpet cleaning solutions to use and how to use them. Remember to not scrub your carpet. Instead, blot it out with a towel. Once the remnants of the tea spill have been removed, use an equal parts white vinegar and water solution, and depending on how thick or dense your carpet is, feel free to also use a neutral carpet cleaner.

Blood Stains
Cuts and scrapes happen all the time with children, pets, and adults, especially in the summer months when outdoor work and play are more common. If blood happens to land on your carpet, here are some actionable steps you can take to mitigate the damage.

Immediately, take cold water and spray it onto the stain. Do not use warm water, as blood solidifies with heat. Create a solution with TLC carpet Care's spot cleaner or any gentle grease-fighting dishwashing detergent and mix together with cold water, then blot out the stain until it is dry. Repeat this process until the stain gradually disappears.

Dye Stains
Dye stains are some of the most difficult to remove from carpets, especially if the carpet is made of natural fibers like polyester But if you act fast enough, you should be able to get those tough dye stains out before they cause permanent staining. As always, make sure you consult a professional carpet cleaner before using any DIY solutions.

First, start by spraying the stained area with carpet cleaner. Keep the solution on your carpet for about an 30 minutes and when the time is up, gently blot the area with a cloth. Then, blot out the spill with a clean towel. 

With these simple and easy tips, you will have everything you need to keep your carpet protected from the most common types of stains. When the problems get too tough for DIY fixes, reach out to your local carpet cleaning professionals like TLC Carpet Care in Castle Rock Co for a more proven solution.