This natural cleaner helps remove stubborn stains. Spills, muddy feet, and pets can all contribute to dingy stained carpets. Static electricity can attract dirt and cause it to cling to carpet fibers.

Baking soda helps absorb oils and odors, while hydrogen peroxide breaks down stains. Create a solution with the two ingredients, placing it in a spray bottle for a gentle carpet-cleaning treatment.

Do your floors need first aid? Don't panic! Here's how to get blood out of carpet, according to the pros. Stains can be a pain, to be sure. But blood stains? Those are an entirely different challenge.