{"id":30278,"date":"2025-07-28T11:45:42","date_gmt":"2025-07-28T10:45:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodhomesmagazine.com\/?p=30278"},"modified":"2025-07-28T11:46:19","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T10:46:19","slug":"carpet-cleaning-hacks-from-tiktok","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodhomesmagazine.com\/flooring\/carpet-cleaning-hacks-from-tiktok\/","title":{"rendered":"Debunked: Carpet cleaning hacks from TikTok"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Carpets are one of the trickiest things to keep clean, and unfortunately are susceptible to lots of different stains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it&#8217;s children with snacks and drinks, dogs with hair all over the place, or a messy partner &#8211; carpets usually face the brunt of the mess.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the summer holidays here, we thought it would be good time to examine some of the carpet cleaning hacks going viral on TikTok and weigh up whether they&#8217;re worth trying at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adrian Brown from <a href=\"https:\/\/urmstoncarpets.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Urmston Carpets<\/a> shares his professional take on some of the most viral carpet tricks.<\/p><div class=\"goodh-content\" id=\"goodh-2330312040\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;margin-bottom: 20px;\"><div class=\"goodh-adlabel\">Advertisements<\/div><!--noptimize--><figure class=\"wp-block-grvmedia-grv-video GRVVideoPrimis\">\r\n\t<div class=\"GRVVideo-wrapper\"><\/div>\r\n<\/figure><!--\/noptimize--><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodhomesmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/sisal-carpet-neutral.jpg\" alt=\"Natural sisal carpet in a neutral bedroom with white walls and black period fireplace\" class=\"wp-image-20305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodhomesmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/sisal-carpet-neutral.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.goodhomesmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/sisal-carpet-neutral-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.goodhomesmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/sisal-carpet-neutral-120x90.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cleaning-a-carpet-with-bleach\">Cleaning a carpet with bleach<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" cite=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@empresswax\/video\/7411217654511373601\" data-video-id=\"7411217654511373601\" style=\"max-width: 605px;min-width: 325px;\" > <section> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"@empresswax\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@empresswax?refer=embed\">@empresswax<\/a> <a title=\"carpetcleaning\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/carpetcleaning?refer=embed\">#carpetcleaning<\/a> <a title=\"bleach\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/bleach?refer=embed\">#bleach<\/a> <a title=\"cleaningwithbleach\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cleaningwithbleach?refer=embed\">#cleaningwithbleach<\/a> <a title=\"cleaninghack\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cleaninghack?refer=embed\">#cleaninghack<\/a> <a title=\"fyp\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/fyp?refer=embed\">#fyp<\/a> <a title=\"cleantok\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cleantok?refer=embed\">#cleantok<\/a> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"\u266c original sound - EMPRESS WENDY\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/music\/original-sound-7411217670818827041?refer=embed\">\u266c original sound &#8211; EMPRESS WENDY<\/a> <\/section> <\/blockquote> <script async src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>Bleach is a godsend for bathrooms, sinks and other household items that need a harsh clean. For carpets, no. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adrian agrees: &#8220;I hope this isn&#8217;t real! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Bleach is far too strong and can permanently damage the fibres and backing of your carpet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Even if it&#8217;s diluted, there is a huge risk, especially if you have a coloured or patterned carpet.<\/p><div class=\"goodh-content_2\" id=\"goodh-3887851716\"><div class=\"goodh-adlabel\">Advertisements<\/div><!--noptimize--><div class=\"GRVMpuWrapper mobile\"><div class=\"GRVAd inline mobile\" data-ad-type=\"primary-mpu\" data-ad-label=\"mpu\" data-ad-sizemapping=\"primary-mpu\" data-ad-sizes=\"[[300,250],[300,600],[320,480]]\" data-ad-refreshmapping=\"always\"><\/div><\/div><!--\/noptimize--><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;If you&#8217;re trying to remove a tough stain, choose a carpet-safe cleaner or consult a professional.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-using-shaving-foam-to-clean-carpets\">Using shaving foam to clean carpets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" cite=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@lynsey_queenofclean\/video\/7475244246761475350\" data-video-id=\"7475244246761475350\" style=\"max-width: 605px;min-width: 325px;\" > <section> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"@lynsey_queenofclean\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@lynsey_queenofclean?refer=embed\">@lynsey_queenofclean<\/a> <p><\/p> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"\u266c The Look - Instrumental - Metronomy\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/music\/The-Look-Instrumental-6963393979761035266?refer=embed\">\u266c The Look &#8211; Instrumental &#8211; Metronomy<\/a> <\/section> <\/blockquote> <script async src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>This is highly unusual but with a consistency similar to some carpet cleaners, could it be a good hack if you&#8217;re out of carpet cleaner?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adrian explains: &#8220;This one has gained popularity in recent years, but it&#8217;s hit or miss. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;The chemicals in shaving foam aren&#8217;t abrasive, so wouldn&#8217;t damage the carpet fibres.<\/p><div class=\"goodh-prop-primary-mpu\" id=\"goodh-12384448\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;margin-bottom: 20px;margin-right: 0px;display: block;clear: both;width: 300px;\"><div class=\"goodh-adlabel\">Advertisements<\/div><!--noptimize--><div class=\"GRVMpuWrapper\">\r\n\t<div class=\"GRVAd inline\" data-ad-type=\"primary-mpu\" data-ad-label=\"mpu\" data-ad-sizemapping=\"primary-mpu\" data-ad-refreshmapping=\"always\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><!--\/noptimize--><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;But, shaving foam isn&#8217;t formulated for carpets, and while it might temporarily lift surface dirt, it can leave behind some residue that attracts more grime over time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Plus, if not rinsed thoroughly, it could discolour some fibres.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-use-ice-cubes-for-furniture-dents\">Use ice cubes for furniture dents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" cite=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@organizedandsimplified4u\/video\/7352928252853292319\" data-video-id=\"7352928252853292319\" style=\"max-width: 605px;min-width: 325px;\" > <section> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"@organizedandsimplified4u\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@organizedandsimplified4u?refer=embed\">@organizedandsimplified4u<\/a> Use ice cubes to remove furniture dents in carpet. Once melted, use a dry cloth or sponge to remove water.\ud83d\udc4c\ud83c\udffc . . . . . . . . . . . <a title=\"carpet\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/carpet?refer=embed\">#carpet<\/a> <a title=\"furniture\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/furniture?refer=embed\">#furniture<\/a> <a title=\"hometips\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/hometips?refer=embed\">#hometips<\/a> <a title=\"homehacks\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/homehacks?refer=embed\">#homehacks<\/a> <a title=\"lifehack\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/lifehack?refer=embed\">#lifehack<\/a> <a title=\"didyouknow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/didyouknow?refer=embed\">#didyouknow<\/a> <a title=\"tips\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/tips?refer=embed\">#tips<\/a> <a title=\"tipsandtricks\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/tipsandtricks?refer=embed\">#tipsandtricks<\/a> <a title=\"ice\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/ice?refer=embed\">#ice<\/a> <a title=\"icecubes\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/icecubes?refer=embed\">#icecubes<\/a> <a title=\"lifehacks\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/lifehacks?refer=embed\">#lifehacks<\/a> <a title=\"homedecor\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/homedecor?refer=embed\">#homedecor<\/a> <a title=\"homefurniture\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/homefurniture?refer=embed\">#homefurniture<\/a> <a title=\"fyp\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/fyp?refer=embed\">#fyp<\/a> <a title=\"foryou\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/foryou?refer=embed\">#foryou<\/a> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"\u266c Woop Baby - Letherette\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/music\/Woop-Baby-6739505173200111617?refer=embed\">\u266c Woop Baby &#8211; Letherette<\/a> <\/section> <\/blockquote> <script async src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>Come the summer, everyone has a freezer filled with ice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Ready and waiting for the next heatwave to hit, it&#8217;s something we have aplenty. <\/p><div class=\"goodh-prop-in-content-mpu_2\" id=\"goodh-2578679845\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;margin-bottom: 20px;margin-right: 0px;display: block;clear: both;width: 300px;\"><div class=\"goodh-adlabel\">Advertisements<\/div><!--noptimize--><div class=\"GRVMpuWrapper mobile\">\r\n\t<div class=\"GRVAd inline mobile\" data-ad-type=\"mpu\" data-ad-sizes=\"[[300,250]]\" data-ad-refreshmapping=\"always\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><!--\/noptimize--><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Especially if you have a fridge that will make them for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thankfully Adrian believes this trick has merit, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Moisture and time can help the carpet pile lift back up slightly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;But, don&#8217;t expect a full recovery, especially if your carpet is older or flattened.<\/p><div class=\"goodh-prop-in-content-mpu\" id=\"goodh-2839811464\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;margin-bottom: 20px;margin-right: 0px;display: block;clear: both;width: 300px;\"><div class=\"goodh-adlabel\">Advertisements<\/div><!--noptimize--><div class=\"GRVMpuWrapper mobile\">\r\n\t<div class=\"GRVAd inline mobile\" data-ad-type=\"mpu\" data-ad-sizes=\"[[300,250]]\" data-ad-refreshmapping=\"always\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><!--\/noptimize--><\/div><div class=\"goodh-prop-in-content-mpu_3\" id=\"goodh-2728625401\"><div class=\"goodh-adlabel\">Advertisements<\/div><!--noptimize--><figure class=\"wp-block-grvmedia-grv-video GRVVideoPrimis\">\r\n\t<div class=\"GRVVideo-wrapper\"><\/div>\r\n<\/figure><!--\/noptimize--><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;You should use a spoon, fork or coin to gently fluff the fibres once the area is dry.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-use-an-iron-and-fork-for-furniture-dents\">Use an iron and fork for furniture dents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" cite=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@creativesaint\/video\/7492702492770323734\" data-video-id=\"7492702492770323734\" style=\"max-width: 605px;min-width: 325px;\" > <section> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"@creativesaint\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@creativesaint?refer=embed\">@creativesaint<\/a> Remove a furniture marks from a carpet! <a title=\"hack\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/hack?refer=embed\">#hack<\/a> <a title=\"homehacks\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/homehacks?refer=embed\">#homehacks<\/a> <a title=\"cleancarpet\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cleancarpet?refer=embed\">#cleancarpet<\/a> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"\u266c Messy (Extended Instrumental) - Express Groove\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/music\/Messy-Extended-Instrumental-7480248286570629136?refer=embed\">\u266c Messy (Extended Instrumental) &#8211; Express Groove<\/a> <\/section> <\/blockquote> <script async src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>When a step up from the ice cube method is needed, although this definitely warrants more risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adrian explains: &#8220;The steam from the iron can help, but too much heat will melt synthetic fibres or damage the carpet backing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Also, using a fork to lift the fibres can fray or snap them if you&#8217;re not really careful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, opting for a gentle brush or steam cleaner will be a safer alternative.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-using-washing-up-powder-for-cleaning-carpets\">Using washing up powder for cleaning carpets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" cite=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@carlychristinek\/video\/6984368560248212742\" data-video-id=\"6984368560248212742\" style=\"max-width: 605px;min-width: 325px;\" > <section> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"@carlychristinek\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@carlychristinek?refer=embed\">@carlychristinek<\/a> <a title=\"fyp\u30b7\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/fyp%E3%82%B7?refer=embed\">#fyp\u30b7<\/a> <a title=\"walkyourwonderful\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/walkyourwonderful?refer=embed\">#walkyourwonderful<\/a> <a title=\"clean\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/clean?refer=embed\">#clean<\/a> <a title=\"cleantok\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cleantok?refer=embed\">#cleantok<\/a> <a title=\"cleaningtiktok\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cleaningtiktok?refer=embed\">#cleaningtiktok<\/a> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"\u266c original sound - carlychristinek\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/music\/original-sound-6984368299198941957?refer=embed\">\u266c original sound &#8211; carlychristinek<\/a> <\/section> <\/blockquote> <script async src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>This unfortunately is unlikely to work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adrian says: &#8220;It will make the room smell nice, but washing powder if difficult to vacuum up, and not designed for textiles like carpets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;It can also be a nightmare for any visitors or residents with sensitive skin or allergies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Choose bicarbonate soda instead, as a safer, more effective and cheaper method.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-use-an-iron-on-carpet-wax\">Use an iron on carpet wax<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" cite=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@foxy.the.decorator\/video\/7498085767084903703\" data-video-id=\"7498085767084903703\" style=\"max-width: 605px;min-width: 325px;\" > <section> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"@foxy.the.decorator\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@foxy.the.decorator?refer=embed\">@foxy.the.decorator<\/a> Remove wax from a carpet &#38; a bonus decorating hack\u2019 <a title=\"remove\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/remove?refer=embed\">#remove<\/a> <a title=\"wax\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/wax?refer=embed\">#wax<\/a> <a title=\"carpet\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/carpet?refer=embed\">#carpet<\/a> <a title=\"hack\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/hack?refer=embed\">#hack<\/a> <a title=\"decorating\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/decorating?refer=embed\">#decorating<\/a> <a title=\"diy\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/diy?refer=embed\">#diy<\/a> <a title=\"foxy\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/foxy?refer=embed\">#foxy<\/a> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"\u266c Blood Is Pumping - Voodoo &#38; Serano\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/music\/Blood-Is-Pumping-7006011461416568833?refer=embed\">\u266c Blood Is Pumping &#8211; Voodoo &#38; Serano<\/a> <\/section> <\/blockquote> <script async src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>This hack predates TikTok and even social media itself, although it works, it does need a warning!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adrian explains: &#8220;You need to place a cloth between the iron and the wax to avoid direct contact. One slip and you could singe or melt the carpet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;In many cases, a safer alternative would be to gently scrape it off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;However, if you do slip and cause carpet damage, you may need to get the entire carpet professionally replaced. 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