Depending on the material, rugs can be quite difficult to keep clean and fresh, especially without calling in professionals and heavy machinery. But the secret to removing tough odors and spills might be in your pantry. Yes, you can clean a rug with baking soda.
There are actually all kinds of DIY tricks that'll teach you how to clean a rug, but baking soda is among the most popular homemade solutions. Ryan Knoll, a carpet cleaning expert from Carpet Monkey tells us, "We’ve tried it all when it comes to DIY rug cleaning techniques and baking soda is our love when it comes to deodorizing." He continues, "Baking soda is an excellent tool for cleaning rugs, especially when it comes to tackling odors. The biggest key here is its ability to absorb smells effectively."
