The best way to remove Hair from your carpet
Removing hair from your carpets can be a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be - with the right tools and techniques, you can easily keep your carpets clean and free of pet fur and dander. In this guide, we'll provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to effectively clean hair from your carpet.
Vacuum on a regular basis
When it comes to getting rid of hair on the carpet, one of the most effective tools you can use is a vacuum cleaner. Regular vacuuming is the most effective way to keep your carpets free of pet fur and dander and to keep your home clean. Vacuums have been specifically designed to effectively remove hair from deep within carpets and upholstery, making vacuuming an essential part of the cleaning process. For best results, it's recommended to vacuum weekly or even daily if possible.
Wash your carpets with a shampoo designed for pet hair
If vacuuming isn’t enough to get rid of pet fur, try using a shampoo specifically designed for removing animal hair from carpets. Many commercially available shampoos contain enzymes and surfactants that help break down oils and break down built-up dirt and dust, making it easier for the vacuum to get to the base of the carpet. When washing your carpets, use a wet-dry vacuum cleaner which has a separate tank that can be filled with cleaning solution. This will ensure your carpets are thoroughly cleaned while saving time on drying them afterward.
Apply a diluted solution of vinegar, dish soap, and hot water to stubborn stains and spots
When dealing with tough stains or carpet that is heavily infested with pet hair, mix equal parts vinegar, dish soap and hot water in a spray bottle then spray the area. Wait for 10-15 minutes before lightly scrubbing the affected area with a brush. Allow a few more minutes for the cleaning solution to work its magic then finish up by vacuuming the area thoroughly and several passes in different directions with a wet-dry vacuum cleaner. This method should be enough to remove all traces of pet fur from your carpets.
Sprinkle baking soda or cornstarch onto your carpets overnight to help lift away pet hair in the morning when vacuumed
It's one of the most efficient methods for removing pet hair. Sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda or cornstarch onto your carpets and let it sit overnight. In the morning, you can use your vacuum cleaner to remove all traces of the baking soda or cornstarch mix and the pet hair along with it! This is perfect for those pesky pet hairs that seem impossible to remove with conventional vacuuming alone.
Use a lint roller or rubber gloves to coax out individual strands of hair easily from carpet fibers
Pet hair can be stubborn and difficult to remove via traditional means like vacuuming. Luckily, there are a few tricks you can use to coax out individual strands of hair stuck in the fibers of your carpet. Try using a lint roller, a damp rubber glove, or even an upholstery brush to grab onto individual pet hairs and whisk them away with ease! Be sure to wrap duct tape around your hand, sticky side out. Then run it over the area you want to clean up and slowly remove the tape. This technique works great for small amounts of pet hair that may be stuck to individual fibers in the carpet. Lint rollers are also very effective in getting rid of any loose hairs on carpets or furniture in your home.
Remove hair with a squeegee or putty knife
If you need to remove a considerable amount of pet hair from your carpet, opt for using a squeegee or putty knife. Run the blade of the tool over the surface of your rug in light easy strokes. Make sure you are gentle when doing this and not too forceful so that you don’t damage or disturb the carpet fibers beneath. Enlisting some help from another person can also make this task much easier. One person can lead while the other follows behind pushing the pet hairs into a pile making it easier to collect and discard.
Try melt-away wax strippers
If you’re dealing with a higher volume of pet hair on your carpet, wax strippers can come in handy. This type of tool is designed to help break down tough and sticky adhesives, but they work just as well on pet hair. Heat up the wax stripper with a heat gun and carefully play it over the surface. The heat will melt away the pet hair making for an easy clean-up.
The hair is one of the most difficult things to remove from the carpet and when you try to take it out of the house, it looks very annoying. Just try these tips and you will love these tips.
