2006-10-20 16:04:53 · 7 answers · asked by sebastain k 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
OMG in college ALL the time. We used Pantene and found it worked better than any carpet cleaner and it left the rug so nice and soft. I always tell people to try that!
2006-10-20 16:13:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't say if you are spot treating or using a machine. It will work, however it is only a temporary fix since removing the shampoo residue is close to impossible the carpet will get dirty again faster. (Think about shampooing your hair and not getting it all rinsed out) If spot treating shaving cream works better. If you are using a machine with the rotating brushes without an extractor, or just trying to clean it with a sponge mop it won't make much difference forthe short term once the foam goes down but if you are using an extraction machine (one that sucks the dirty water out of the carpet) put about a tablespoon of fabric softner in the dirty water tank this works as a defoamer. Then try to go over the clean area with a mild vinegar/water solution it works best to get the extra residue out. note: these tips also work well with carpet shampoo.
2006-10-21 00:33:46 · answer #2 · answered by IF 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've used it for spots. Works great. Using it as substitute for rug shampoo ma be more expensive than buying carpet shampoo and if you out it in a shampooer it might make to may suds and that will leave your carpet dull.
2006-10-21 00:31:49 · answer #3 · answered by Classy Granny 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I havent used shampoo but There is something Called GreaseLightning and it gets stains out and cleans your carpet really good not sure if you have a MagicMart Store where your at but thats where i buy mine at 1gal is like $6.00 but well worth it also you can use purple power and gets it out really good I also put a lil fabric softner in my shampooer with the other stuff to make it smell even better like fresh linens!! Hope this helps ya!
2006-10-21 00:14:44 · answer #4 · answered by ~*~*~JeSs~*~*~ 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i dont know about shampoo but my mom uses detergent mixed in some water.
2006-10-20 23:14:23 · answer #5 · answered by Jasmina G93 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, but clorox 2 works great.
2006-10-20 23:07:27 · answer #6 · answered by tinamaries43 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes I have. I have used dishwashing detergent for clothes too and it works better
2006-10-21 00:54:44 · answer #7 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋