How do I clean my rugs and carpets?

Often carpets and rugs are discarded after being soaked, but some can be saved. They may be best cleaned by professionals. If you do the work yourself, take the carpet and pad outside if possible, draping it over clotheslines, sawhorses, automobiles, or on concrete driveways. Flush soil and silt out with a water hose and spray nozzle. Add detergent if soiled. Work detergent into carpet with a broom or brush. Rinse with a solution of one gallon of water and 2 tablespoons of household bleach. Dry completely before reinstalling.