Easy Carpet Cleaning Hack {Spot Removal & Deep Cleaning}

Share This:

This carpet cleaning hack has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BoostwithBorax #CollectiveBias

Keeping up with three boys is one thing, but keeping up with the house cleaning is another. There is always something being tracked in from outside, spills from the unknown and all kinds of things that get caked into the carpets daily.

Easy Carpet Cleaning Hack {Spot Removal & Deep Cleaning}

When we had our house built, the one thing we decided not to update was the carpet. We have 3 little ones and I knew it would get it’s fair share of wear and tear with all the household traffic. Even though it isn’t the top of the line carpet, my need to constantly clean is strong. I want it to last as long as possible, even with the kids and dog running around crazy.

Borax at Walmart

With all my cleaning, one household must-have is 20 Mule Team® Borax. It’s found down the laundry aisle with “additives”, at retailers, including Walmart. Yes, it is commonly in the laundry room, however it’s also a multi-purpose cleaner that everyone should have, as it can be used in a variety of ways.

Easy Carpet Cleaning Hack {Spot Removal & Deep Cleaning}

Borax is an ‘all-natural’ product that helps removes stains and neutralizes odors. Just a few ways it can be used around the house:

  • Helps clean pots and pans
  • Helps clean sinks and countertops
  • Laundry booster (softens water and enhances detergent performance)
  • Helps get rid of mattress odors
  • Helps deodorize garbage cans

Get more usages ideas and tips from Borax here.

Using Borax to Help Clean Carpets

Easy Carpet Cleaning Hack {Spot Removal & Deep Cleaning}

I use Borax two ways to help clean my carpet. The first way is to do an overall deep clean.

Easy Carpet Cleaning Hack {Spot Removal & Deep Cleaning}

First, vacuum the carpet to remove all the loose dirt and debris.

Mix 1/2 cup Borax with 2 cups hot water. Stir and pour into the detergent part of the carpet cleaner. I have a pressurized carpet cleaner that it works great in.

Easy Carpet Cleaning Hack {Spot Removal & Deep Cleaning}

Use the cleaner as usual, per the manual and the carpet will have a fresh look.

Easy Carpet Cleaning Hack {Spot Removal & Deep Cleaning}

Borax also helps clean spots on the carpet.

Easy Carpet Cleaning Hack {Spot Removal & Deep Cleaning}

See those black spots where the arrows are? Those are common around here when the kids are sneaking around with milk or juice. When I notice it, I simply mix up the same mixture as above, but half the amount.

Easy Carpet Cleaning Hack {Spot Removal & Deep Cleaning}

  • 1/4 cup Borax
  • 1 cup hot water

Easy Carpet Cleaning Hack {Spot Removal & Deep Cleaning}

Combine the Borax and hot water, mixing with a spoon. I use a mason jar, which makes it easier getting the rag wet.

Add mixture to a clean white rag and blot the spot. Don’t over-saturate the carpet though.

Easy Carpet Cleaning Hack {Spot Removal & Deep Cleaning}

Let the mixture set for about 30-40 minutes. Use clean hot water and a new clean rag, and blot the mixture up. If necessary, use a dry towel to blot the water.

Easy Carpet Cleaning Hack {Spot Removal & Deep Cleaning}

Maintaining clean carpets isn’t the easiest thing to do in a hectic household with three kids and a dog, but having Borax and hot water definitely helps.

What are some ways you use Borax?

Get more ideas and inspiration here.

Share This:

8 comments on Easy Carpet Cleaning Hack {Spot Removal & Deep Cleaning}

  • Carol Lucas

    Thank you for this tip! :) As I worked on my carpet yesterday, I was wishing for shampooer that worked better with less muscle power required. Does yours have a powered brush, and are you allowed to post the brand of yours?

    • Samantha (author)

      Hey Carol! My carpet cleaner is a Hoover Max Extract. It has circular brushes on the bottom that rotate when cleaning. Mine is an older model that I have had for years and still works great.

  • Aubrey

    Do you have to rinse the borax when used with the carpet cleaner?

    • Samantha (author)

      I don’t do anything different when using it in my carpet cleaner.

  • Shay

    Hi, is this safe to use with pets in the house? I have cats, will it harm them to lick their paws if they happen to walk on the slightly damp and borax cleaned carpets?

    • Samantha (author)

      Shay, I have a small 5lb dog so I understand your concern. After I clean with it, I don’t think any Borax is actually left on the carpet since I rinse with clean water afterwards (and my carpet cleaner sucks up basically all the water when using it, and it is very diluted in the cleaner). However, if you have a concern, I would recommend contacting 20 Mule Team on their site: https://www.20muleteamlaundry.com/. Thanks!

  • sharron

    After you add the 1/2 borax and two cups of hot water then do you continue to fill the bladder with hot water?

    • Samantha (author)

      I did not add more water to the cleaner reservoir. If yours holds more, I would recommend adding the same diluted mixture.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.