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Work in a grid over the rug going slowly and overlapping each stroke.
And, be sure to vacuum the flooring beneath the rug.
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Remove small items from the carpet.
Vacuum slowly to trap more soil.
Stairs are the easiest to vacuum using a handheld vacuum or one with a hose and attachments.
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But using the right tool for the right job will vacuuming much more productive.
Yes, you should always vacuum floors beforemopping a floorto remove loose dirt and debris.
There is no need to push all that dirt around while you mop.
Just verify that the beater bar/roller is not engaged to prevent scratches.
