The carpet can be called the most vulnerable item in the house. Drinks are often spilled on the carpet, food falls on it. It suffers from small children, pets, and excess moisture. All this leads not only to physical wear and tear, but also to stains. The main enemy of housewives is an unpleasant smell, which is not so easy to get rid of. This publication provides more details on the sources of unpleasant smell and how to remove them at home.
Content
- Sources of unpleasant odor
- How to remove odor from carpet?
- The smell of a new product
- The smell of dry cleaning
- The smell of dampness
- Vomiting
- Beer
- Fish
- Vinegar
- Tobacco smoke
- The smell of mold
- Features of removing odors and stains from wool carpets
- Conclusion
- VIDEO: How to effectively remove odor from carpet.
- VIDEO: How to clean your carpet to perfect condition.
Sources of unpleasant odor
There are various reasons for unpleasant odor. The most common ones are discussed in more detail in the table.
| The reason for the unpleasant odor | Brief description |
| Tobacco | If there are smokers in the house, the appearance of the stench from tobacco will not take long to appear. It will soak not only the carpets. Other surfaces will also emit the aroma of the smoking mixture. |
| New coating | This is a feature of all new products. But do not despair. Over time, the smell of the new coating will disappear on its own. |
| Animal secretions | Pets need to be toilet trained in a timely manner. Otherwise, they may start defecating directly on the floor. |
| After washing, dry cleaning | The smell after washing may appear due to insufficient drying or the use of products with a specific aroma. |
| Mold | Dampness always causes a feeling of discomfort in the house. |
How to remove odor from carpet?
At home, you can remove the smell in several ways: with homemade or purchased cleaning products. In this case, additional tools will be excellent helpers: a brush, a sponge, a vacuum cleaner.
It all depends on the cleaning method you choose. You need to choose one or another product (homemade, purchased) based on several factors. The main criterion should be the material the carpet is made of. For example, wet cleaning is prohibited for wool products. Several such procedures can bring the wool into a terrible state. When removing the aroma, an important point is the drying process of the coating. It is advisable to dry it naturally - in the sun. If this is not possible, many resort to using a regular hair dryer.
Important! During drying, the sun should not shine directly on the material. Direct sunlight can cause fading.
The smell of a new product
A recently purchased carpet has bright shades and can instantly transform the interior of any room. However, the beautiful appearance is significantly spoiled by the unpleasant smell that accompanies the new product. Its appearance is explained by several reasons.
- The presence of a specific base - rubber, latex.
- Chemical impregnations. They improve the consumer qualities of the finished coating. They prevent electrification, protect the material from premature wear, and prevent the development of allergies in humans.
- Low quality of goods.
The smell of a new carpet should not be frightening. It can be removed by the most ordinary airing. It is enough to air the room for two hours during the week. There is no need to use additional means.
Please note! A persistent smell may indicate low quality of the product. In this case, it is best to return it back to the store or market.
The smell of dry cleaning
After dry cleaning, an unpleasant smell often appears. This is due to the specifics of the cleaning procedure and the products used by the company. It is easy to get rid of such a nuisance - just place the rug on the balcony, leave it overnight with the windows open. If possible, you can take the product out into the open air for the whole day.
The main condition is that the weather outside should be dry and warm. If the smell does not disappear, you should file a claim with the company where the dry cleaning was performed. The company should take on all responsibilities for eliminating this problem absolutely free of charge.
The smell of dampness
Incorrect wet cleaning, high humidity in the room, material that is not completely dried after washing - these are the main reasons for the appearance of a specific smell. Regular airing will also help to remove the unpleasant smell of dampness. The rug should be taken out to the balcony for several days, the floor should be thoroughly wiped with a dry cloth.
If the room has high humidity, you can additionally install a dehumidifier. It will help to avoid problems in the future.
Vomiting
If vomit gets on the carpet, you need to immediately clean the surface with a soap solution. If the stain is fresh, this will be enough to remove it. However, the unpleasant smell will still remain. For this reason, they resort to the second stage of cleaning. Some use special chemicals. However, a regular mixture of soda, water, vinegar, and peroxide shows high efficiency against the vomit smell. The solution must be prepared and used strictly according to the instructions.
- Mix water and vinegar in a ratio of 3 to 1. Wet the stain thoroughly with the solution. Leave until completely dry.
- Sprinkle the stain with regular soda, spray it with a solution of water and hydrogen peroxide (3 to 1). Foam will immediately appear on the spot. Leave it for about two hours.
- We remove all excess with a wet cloth, vacuum, and dry the carpet.
In most cases, regular baking soda is the best way to remove almost all types of odors.
Beer
Spilled beer is considered a serious stain. Such a stain will emit an unpleasant odor throughout the entire apartment for a long time. You can get rid of the smell with a store-bought product. Usually, a special carpet shampoo is used. For example, Vanish is a popular product.
The shampoo should be used strictly according to the manufacturer's instructions. Usually it should be whipped with water until foam forms. The foam should be applied in a thick layer to the contaminated surface and left until completely dry.
Afterwards, the remains of the product are removed with a vacuum cleaner. The purchased product will easily rid the carpet of yellow beer stains, eliminate the smell, and refresh the surface qualitatively.
Fish
Often after a stormy feast the entire carpet is saturated with various aromas, for example, from fish dishes. In this case, ordinary kitchen salt will help the hostess. It is necessary to generously sprinkle the floor with it, leave it for a while, then vacuum it.
The salt should absorb all unpleasant odors. If this does not help, you can additionally use a weak soap solution. It is rubbed into the surface with a cleaning brush.
Vinegar
Accidentally spilled vinegar is quickly absorbed into the fabric. However, do not panic. It will not harm the coating, it will only slightly spoil the smell in the room. You can remove the pungent smell of vinegar using table salt. It is scattered on the floor, left overnight, and vacuumed in the morning.
If the salt does not cope with its task, you can use a weak solution of ammonia. To do this, dilute two tablespoons of alcohol in one liter of water, apply the mixture to the surface, and let it dry. However, it is better to carry out such manipulation outdoors.
Tobacco smoke
Smoking tobacco causes great harm to the smoker, his family, even the apartment. The smell of tobacco quickly settles on all surfaces. It is quite difficult to remove it. This is especially problematic when the room with the carpet has been smoked for several years in a row.
In this case, it is unlikely that you will be able to cope with improvised means. The most effective way is to take the carpet to a dry cleaner, or wash it yourself using special shampoos.
After washing, it is recommended to additionally treat the surface with a spray against the smell of tobacco.
The smell of mold
If mold appears, you need to act immediately. It is dangerous to your health. The carpet should be taken outside immediately, and the room should be thoroughly cleaned using special antiseptics. It is also important to dry the room well and get rid of excess moisture.
Then you can begin cleaning the carpet surface.
- It is best to clean mold outside, additionally armed with rubber gloves and a face mask.
- All sides of the rug should be treated with a special antifungal agent. It is better to rub the agent with a hard brush. The agent should be kept on the fabric for as long as the manufacturer specifies.
- The final stage of cleaning should be washing the surface with shampoo and drying.
Features of removing odors and stains from wool carpets
Carpets made of natural wool require a special approach. You cannot remove odors and stains from them using wet cleaning. Such products require professional dry cleaning.
At home, you can try to remove the smell with the help of ordinary soda. It should be spread dry on the woolen cloth and left overnight. In the morning, the rug is simply vacuumed. The soda will absorb unpleasant odors and refresh the product.
Conclusion
The appearance of an unpleasant smell from the carpet is not a reason to despair. As you can see, almost any cause of the smell can be removed at home. The main thing is to correctly select the appropriate product for treatment and strictly follow the instructions for its use.
