portable carpet cleaner<\/a>, meaning it will take much longer to dry.<\/p>\nRegardless of the method of cleaning, a shaggy or deep carpet will take longer to dry than a thin carpet.Other determining factors include the weather and carpet size.<\/p>\n
If you need the carpet to dry a bit faster, there are a few things you can do. Note, however, that you can only speed up the drying process so much. So some patience is required.<\/p>\n
Here are our top 7 tips for drying your carpet faster after cleaning. Read on to learn more about\u00a0how to dry carpet fast after cleaning<\/em>.<\/p>\n1. Open the Windows<\/h2>\n
Lots of air moving over the carpet will pick up more moisture and speed up drying. Opening your windows increases airflow in and out of your home.<\/p>\n
For this to work best, have a window or door open on opposite sides of the room. That way, there\u2019s a steady flow of air across the room (and carpet).<\/p>\n
In addition to drying the carpet faster, improving ventilation in the room prevents the carpet from developing the dreaded musty smell.<\/p>\n
Of course, only use this method when it is sunny or partially cloudy.<\/p>\n
2. Turn on a Fan<\/h2>\n
If you cannot get natural airflow from outside, create your own using a fan.<\/p>\n
If you have a ceiling fan, turn it on to high. The flowing air will pick up moisture from the carpet.<\/p>\n
Open at least one window to give the moisture a place to escape of the room. Otherwise, there will be too much humidity, which will slow down cooling and result in a musty smell.<\/p>\n
If you don\u2019t have a ceiling fan, a floor, stand or desk fan will work too. Just direct it towards the carpet. If you have two fans, even better.<\/p>\n
By the way, if you don\u2019t have a fan, use a portable room heater, the type with a fan. Place the heater to blow air across the carpet then set the heat to low or medium and turn the fan to the highest setting.<\/p>\n
The warm air is more effective at absorbing moisture from the carpet compared to cool air.<\/p>\n
3. Turn on the AC<\/h2>\n
We don\u2019t recommend this one because it is wasteful and doesn\u2019t work as effectively as open windows or a couple of stand fans.<\/p>\n
But if it is rainy and you don\u2019t have a fan on hand, it is the best alternative. It may also be the best option for apartment dwellers.<\/p>\n
Keep in mind that the AC doesn\u2019t have the same freshening effect as other methods<\/p>\n
4. Rent a Carpet Blower<\/h2>\n
If you are in a hurry, a carpet blower is the fastest way to get your carpet dry. A carpet blower is a commercial-grade blow dryer usually used during home flood restoration and by professional carpet cleaners.<\/p>\n
Because carpet blowers produce a powerful jet of air, they can dry the carpet in less time compared to other methods.<\/p>\n
Unless you are a professional carpet cleaner, the best option is to rent one or ask a professional to come and dry the carpet for you<\/p>\n
5. Use a Powerful Carpet Cleaner<\/h2>\n
If you are planning to clean the carpet yourself using a portable carpet cleaner, look for one that has powerful suction.<\/p>\n
A powerful carpet cleaner leaves less water in the carpet, thus reducing drying time.<\/p>\n
Other carpet cleaners produce hot air as they clean, which also leaves less moisture in the carpet.<\/p>\n
6. Remove Furniture<\/h2>\n
Make sure there is no furniture on the carpet. If you\u2019d removed it during cleaning, do not put it back until the carpet is completely dry.<\/p>\n
Furniture prevents airflow over the portion of the carpet under it, which can leave damp spots on your rug and result in mould and mildew<\/p>\n
7. For Small Rugs, try Outdoor Drying<\/h2>\n
If you have a small rug or area carpet, take it outside if it is sunny. You can lay it on the grass, hang it from a hanging line or spread it on the driveway.<\/p>\n
Outside, the combination of the sun\u2019s heat and natural airflow will dry the carpet in no time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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