Cleaning your carpets seems like a daunting task, but with these tips, it need not be so challenging. All carpets need to be kept clean and hygienic, whether you have spilt coffee or wine on it, or a child has mashed a crayon into the pile, knowing how to get each stain off will really save you time in the long run.

There are several products available to help you get your carpets back gleaming again. Firstly, there are powder cleaners. These are a quick and simple way to refresh your carpets and do not take too long. The powder is sprinkled over the carpet and left to sit for around half an hour, then simply vacuumed off.

Carpet shampoos are great if your carpets need more of a thorough clean. These can be applied either by hand or using a machine. Generally, there is a solution which can be mixed with water to create a lather, which is applied directly to the carpet, to work up stains and marks. This method takes more time, as the carpet needs to be left to dry out before vacuuming.