Baking soda is a great natural deodorizer and can also help lift dirt and stains from your carpet. Start by sprinkling a generous amount of baking soda over your carpet. Then, spray a mixture of warm water and carpet shampoo over the baking soda. Scrub the carpet with a brush, then blot with a clean cloth.

Yes, you should keep cleaning the carpet until the water is clear. This will ensure that your carpets are clean and free of dirt, dust, and other allergens. However, you should be careful not to scrub too hard or use too much water.

It is recommended that you try to stay off the freshly cleaned carpets until they are dry – about 6 hours. If you MUST walk over your damp carpet before it is dry use EXTREME caution. Where you transition from carpet to another hard surface, like tile or hardwood, can be very slippery.