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Leave Dirt in the Dust with the 5 Best Vacuums for Apartments
Keep your small space clean and tidy with the best vacuums for apartment living.
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6 Best Carpet Rakes for Eliminating Hair and Debris
Want to prolong the life of carpet and area rugs and keep them looking great? Get busy on dirt, debris...
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The 5 Best Carpet Cleaners for Pet Stains, Tested and Reviewed
We tested and reviewed the best carpet cleaners for pets to help you select the best machine to eliminate all...
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Carpet Cleaning: Pro Service vs. Renting Equipment?
When it's time to clean your carpet, should you hire a pro or rent DIY carpet cleaning equipment? Here are...
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How to Dry Your Wet Carpet
Get your wet carpet dry and fluffy again with these tips and tricks, whether you're facing mildly damp or fully...
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How to Clean Carpets Without a Machine
Want to clean your carpet but hate those bulky machines? Follow these DIY cleaning tips and methods to learn how...
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8 Signs You Need Professional Carpet Cleaning
If you're seeing these signs of a dirty carpet, it's time for a professional carpet cleaning to remove grime and...
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11 Carpet Cleaning Hacks All Homeowners Should Know
Why spend money for a professional carpet cleaner when you have these handy carpet cleaning hacks?
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How to Remove Just About Anything From Carpet
From simple to extreme, these solutions will help you get rid of almost every carpet stain you may encounter at...
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How to Clean an Area Rug
No need to hire a professional when you can clean an area rug yourself! You may need a friend if...
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How to Get Pet Stains Out of Carpet
Home remedies and products to clean your pet-stained carpet.
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How to Clean Car Carpet
Learn how to clean car carpet and eliminate old stains and smells for good.
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The Best Carpet Cleaning Machines for Your Home
For dirt, stains and everyday messes, what's the best carpet steam cleaner? Here are our picks for best carpet cleaners,...
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17 DIY Carpet Cleaner Solutions
Before calling an expensive cleaning service, DIY it with these common household solutions to help wipe out all kinds of...
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How to Clean a Wool Rug
Keep your wool rug looking its best by cleaning it regularly. Here's how to do it yourself, and how to...
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This Hack Is the Easiest Way to Get Wax Out of Carpet
A pro shares his method on how to remove wax
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How to Clean Floors: Wood, Tile, Carpet and Everything Else
Most homes contain a variety of flooring types. Knowing how to best clean each surface can be a lot to...
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Carpet Care Tips to Make Your Carpet Last
Get years more life from your investment: if you treat your carpet right, it'll last much longer, saving you money...