Professional auto carpet cleaning can cost anywhere from $50 to $135, but doing the job yourself can be remarkably inexpensive and straightforward. Plus, you likely already have at home the tools and materials needed. Keeping your vehicle in its brand new condition can assure you of a higher resale value.
How to Clean Car Carpet?
Here are the steps and materials needed.
What You’ll Need:
- Vacuum cleaner
- Soft-bristle brush
- Paper towels
- Carpet cleaner
Cleaning Steps:
Most auto parts and grocery stores sell vehicle carpet and upholstery cleaner. These solutions are available in aerosol cans and come with a brush on top.
The cleaner is mainly good for treating spots and stains, but you can also use it for cleaning the whole carpet.
Here is a helpful video for a clear presentation of the steps:
Tips:
- To make sure that the carpet is cleaned all throughout, cover its surfaces by section. Clean one section thoroughly and then cover succeeding parts.
- Vacuum slowly enough to make sure that you clean the carpet as much as possible. Two slow passes draw in ground-in dirt faster than several fast passes.
Warnings:
- Place the vacuum at the right height. Placing it too low can cause damage to the carpet’s surface or even the vacuum’s roller brush and drive belt.
- Carpet cleaners may contain toxic fumes that may be dangerous to children if they play on the carpet immediately after it has been cleaned. Toxic fumes also pose risks to the liver and the kidney.
- Oversaturating your carpet during cleaning can cause water to be absorbed into the fibers and backing. This encourages mold growth, which is a harmful condition in closed spaces like a car.
Conclusion
It is pretty easy to clean a car’s carpet, though it can be a boring task. Those who experience difficulty in cleaning their carpet may just be doing the wrong steps. It can be a stress-free and easy task to do if you follow the right steps.
Overall, a clean carpet can make your car feel fresher, making your driving time much more enjoyable.
The interior of your car, including the carpet should be cleaned once a month, but the vehicle’s surfaces should be cleaned on a daily basis to keep trash away and dirt from accumulating.
