Cleaning a carpet without a vacuum cleaner is possible.
There are ways to sweep some carpets clean, for example.
Read on for other effective solutions to help you clean your carpet minus a machine.
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Start at one end or corner of the carpet and work toward the other end to avoid missing areas.
Use short, quick strokes.
If debris begins to pile up,sweepit into the dustpan before you reach the end of the job.
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When using a broom and dustpan to clean a carpet, plan on dusting after the carpet is cleaned.
Tip
it’s possible for you to clean afluffy carpetwithout a vacuum by using these methods.
You may need go another step to refresh the fluff after sweeping or brushing, though.
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Try lightly spraying flattened areas and blowing them out with a hair dryer.
Don’t leave the carpet wet or damp.
Carpet Sweeper
A manual carpet sweeper is a great cleaning tool to have on hand.
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The difference between a carpet sweeper and a vacuum is that a sweeper does not require electricity.
The collected dirt drops into the attached bin until you empty it over a trash can.
Most sweepers can be used on carpets as well as on hard surface floors.
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Often made of rattan, a rug beater has a sturdy handle and a wide paddle at the end.
Be sure to beat both sides of the carpet for the best results.
you might also use the rug beater to fluff and remove dust from upholstered furniture cushions.
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If you have an old tennis racket, put it to use as a carpet beater.
It will work great and you might even improve your backhand swing.
It’s best if you could move the carpet outside and hang it over a sturdy support.
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Clean away hair and debris from the brush often while you are cleaning the carpet.
The rollers are also particularly useful for capturing pet hair from carpets and upholstery.
The sticky substance on the roller might leave a residue on the fibers where it is resting.
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After shaking, beat the rug on a sturdy railing to help loosen even more dirt.
