Carpet cleaning tip

[Buggy Bath]

When I clean auto carpet I like to remove the plastic covers and moldings so I can get ALL the carpet clean. I hate that area next to the hood release and piece you step on getting in and out of the vehicle. I think it looks bad if all the carpet is cleaned except a little line next to the plastic.

This also enables you to clean the seals and surrounding area more effectively (in case there was a beverage spilled that may have odor).

Any tips you would like to share?

 

[dwlinc23]

Portable steam cleaner works well for me in those areas.

 

[AutowerxDetailing]

Portable steam cleaner works well for me in those areas.

+1

Prior to my steam cleaner I was never 100% satisfied with my carpet cleaning ability. Now for the tight areas I use 20:1 APC+ and agitate with steam and a tiny, focused nozzle/brush. Then extract and repeat if necessary.

I'm always nervous I will break something if I start tearing apart the trim pieces...

 

[Buggy Bath]

Portable steam cleaner works well for me in those areas.

I agree that it would do a better job than extractor in those areas but it is still best to remove the moldings. Then you can get all the gravel and other junk that is underneath.

I am thinking of getting a vapor cleaner.

 

[nrsk4u]

thanks for the info!

 

[kevinyount958]

Generally I clean my carpet through vinegar cleaner to remove the stain and dirt or baking soda is also a good option for cleaning the carpet.

 

[EllaBSilva]

I too usually use vinegar for cleaning carpet but if the carpet get too bad then go for some of the best carpet cleaners near by.


north Sydney

 

[Calendyr]

Hey guys, need some advices here regarding carpets.

I just started detailing and am learning like crazy every day. I have not started doing carpet shampoos yet but I will do that either tomorrow or the day after.

Today I practice doing basic interior cleaning of all surfaces and vacuuming. Under the seats was salt deposits and in the front was a piece of chewing gum stuck to the carpet and the plastic molding.

I did not manage to do anything about the salt, what do you guys use for that? The gum I managed to remove after working on it for a while with my portable steam bottle.

Here is the equipment I currently own:

Portable vacuum cleaner (2 HP)
Portable carpet cleaner machine : Bisell Little Green Machine
Portable steam bottle

I intend to do shampoos only with my deluxe detail. Right now it takes me 3 hours to wash the exterior and clean the interior without doing the shampoo. I think it is still too long but I just started so I am still slow.

If I was to do the seats, how long before they get dry if I use the carpet cleaner machine? I read those things don't do such a good job. Should I steam the seat and clean with APC instead or does the machine actually do a good job? What do you guys do?