This old fashioned rug cleaning method is oftentimes even more effective than vacuum cleaning especially if you re dealing with larger particles and can be easily done using a rail balcony or clothesline and your broom.
How to clean your rug without a vacuum.
To start with you vacuum your rug as you would normally.
Without a vacuum you can still clean a rug with a stiff bristled broom and a dustpan.
If you re cleaning thicker high piled or shag carpets be prepared with a little patience and sharp eye because it s easier for dirt to become embedded in the fibers.
Vacuum the entire area you wish to clean to get rid of dirt and dust.
Next use strips of packaging tape or a lint roller to pick up hair and pet fur off the carpet.
If you have any area rugs or smaller removable carpets you can take them outside and vigorously shake them out.
Few things on earth get dirty and stay dirty like carpet.
For tough stains you might want to use hydrogen peroxide directly applied to improve the cleaning effect.
It doesn t take a lot of work and it s also a much cheaper solution than having your rug steamed.
You don t always need a vacuum to clean your carpet we ve shown you five alternative cleaning tools you can choose.
But if you don t want to get down on your hands and knees the carpet sweeper might be your preferred choice for this job.
If using baking soda sprinkle the stain until completely covered.
Spot clean with carpet spot cleaners spot.
This isn t a tip you have to apply daily or weekly because once a month or even once a season is enough.
This is an especially easy method of cleaning if you have a low pile carpet.
Here are the steps for how to clean your carpet without a steam cleaner.
Once the rug has dried completely use a vacuum cleaner to vacuum the rug to loosen up the carpet fibers of the rug as they have probably become compacted during the cleaning process.
To clean a carpet without a vacuum start by picking up any large pieces of debris by hand.
However be careful as it may bleach your carpet.
Wiping with a wet cloth.
All you need is your trusty vacuum cleaner.
The main thing is to ensure that the carpet gets enough air to dry properly however you might still need to use a vacuum for thick carpet.
For getting rid of dust and debris you may choose a broom and dustpan.
Get a bucket of warm water and your preferred cleaning tool ready.
If you have limited storage space or don 39 t like kicking up dust you may not own a vacuum.
If using dish soap measure the stain s size and use 1 tablespoon.