How to use steamer on carpets?

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I'm struggling with carpets. Floor mats are no problem because they're flat and can be removed from the car for heavy duty scrubbing and extraction. But when I place freshly cleaned floor mats back in the car, the dirty carpets the mats sit on really stand out; especially in the two inches to the left and right of the floor mats, where beverages spill into. I've tried scrubbing carpets with a high foaming shampoo, and then extracting, but my extractor head is bulky and it's awkward working in tight spots and corners.



How can I use my steamer? A microfiber wrapped around the triangular attachment? Just scrub in an X pattern with no chemicals?
 
Well, the carpets should be clean, regardless or your technique...



A steamer helps, but it doesn't remove anything.



Stains are complicated and involved, and more than one approach is required.



I assume you're using a good APC with your extractor.



Consider the products from Bridgepoint.com



Their spotting chemicals, used properly, will get you through just about anything.



Look for a local distributor of Bridgepoint, they will be the carpet pros in your area, and a great source of professional advice, including seminars.



Good Luck!



Jim
 
Yeah, steamers really just emulsify (certain) stains so you can get them out easier with something like an extractor.



I've DIYed some small attachments for my Century extractor to help be get in tight areas. Its one nozzle (the thin one) is good, but sometimes I need something even smaller. All you gotta do is neck down the extractor hose to where you can use smaller vacume attachments with it. You can't spray, but you can extract once it's already wet.
 
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