Life Hack: Deep-clean carpet hacks that actually work on four common stains

If you have a pale coloured carpet, it's likely you'll struggle with spills and stains over the years. Here are four common stains and tried-and-tested ways to remove them

Liquids like coffee can leave unsightly marks on pale-coloured carpets

Coffee

Nothing pops against a beige carpet quite like the dark brown calling card of coffee. The trick is to act quickly once the caffeine hits the pile. First, dry the area by blotting at it with a dry white towel. If it is a considerable stain, change to a fresh cloth once the one you are using becomes saturated to ensure you're not spreading the mark. This should remove much of the liquid, but the remainder will need to be treated. Mix some vinegar, water, and a non-bleach detergent and fill a spray bottle. Spray this on the affected area, rinse it, and repeat as often as necessary.