Use a clean cloth and warm (not hot) water to clean spills as they happen. Be sure to blot the area, not rub as rubbing can push the stain deeper into the rug fibers. For solid spills or spots that are dried, use the edge of a butter knife or spoon to remove as much solid material as possible.

There are many types of carpets out there, but only a few are very easy to keep clean. Polyester, nylon, and polypropylene carpets are some of the easiest carpets to clean and keep clean, even if you drop substances on them or have a lot of traffic running through them every day.

While fabric softener is safe to use on carpets and can help keep your carpet feeling soft and smelling good, it is important to use the right amount as using too much can damage your carpet ⁷.