Whether you have a brand new carpet, one that’s several years old or an expensive rug, it’s important to make sure it’s well looked after. One of the best ways in which you can keep your carpet looking clean and feeling soft is to combine the power of natural and synthetic cleaning agents. Baking powder and salt are almost scentless and they are natural cleaning products. Spreading any salt on a stained area for a minimum of 30 minutes allows the natural cleaning agents to kick in and loosen the stain. You can then go in with your carpet cleaning solution to finish the job. Tough stains can ruin a carpet if they’re not dealt with fast, and you don’t need to waste money on expensive items, you probably have all the tools you need in your kitchen cupboard right now. Make sure you maintain your carpet in the future, you’ll be amazed at how clean you can make it.