However, you could greatly reduce the level of bacterial contamination.
Deep cleaning should be done at least twice per year, seasonally is better.
It may be worth your time to head to a laundromat that has larger washers.
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Choose the hottest water recommended for the carpet on the care label.
Add Detergent and Laundry Sanitizer
A heavy-duty laundry detergent contains enough enzymes to cut through grime.
Add a laundry sanitizer like Lysol Laundry Sanitizer following product directions.
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If the carpet cannot withstand high heat, allow the carpet to air dry.
These products do not sanitize or disinfect.
Every approved disinfectant has a registration number that is listed in the product ingredients.
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Tip
Many sites recommend sanitizing carpet by spraying it withdistilled white vinegar.
Vinegar is not an EPA-recommended disinfectant.
However, it is much more effective on hard nonporous surfaces than carpet fibers.
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Spray the solution on the fibers.
Let it sit for five minutes and then blot with a clean white cloth.
If there is color transfer, do not use the product on your carpet.
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Air-Dry the Carpet
Allow the carpet to air-dry for at least eight hours, overnight is better.
Remove them at bedtime so the carpet can have time to dry.
General Carpet Suggestions.University of Illinois Extension.
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