{"id":575,"date":"2020-04-29T08:39:08","date_gmt":"2020-04-29T08:39:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cleanhousefast.co.uk\/?p=575"},"modified":"2021-06-28T08:40:24","modified_gmt":"2021-06-28T08:40:24","slug":"best-carpet-deodorizer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cleanhousefast.co.uk\/best-carpet-deodorizer\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Choose The Best Carpet Deodorizer?"},"content":{"rendered":"

A carpet deodorizer reduces or eliminates unpleasant smells coming from your carpet.<\/p>\n

Carpets are very good at trapping odours. A little pet accident on the carpet can leave a smell lingering for weeks.<\/p>\n

Carpeting can also pick up unpleasant natural pet smells, especially if your pet likes to sleep on it.<\/p>\n

Pets are not the only source of smells on carpets. Food crumbs, spills, mould and mildew can also leave your carpet smelling less than pleasant.<\/p>\n

Washing the carpet is obviously the best way to get rid of a bad smell. But you can\u2019t wash your carpet too often or it will wear quickly (it also takes long to dry<\/a>).<\/p>\n

A deodorizer keeps your carpet smelling nice in between washes. It can get rid of the all so common musty smell. It also eliminates the smell of urine or vomit after an accident.<\/p>\n

In this buying guide, we review the best carpet deodorizers sold online and give you some tips on how to choose the best deodorizer for your carpet.<\/p>\n

What to Consider When Choosing a Carpet Deodorizer<\/h2>\n

A. Does it Mask or Remove Smells?<\/h3>\n

Deodorizers that mask smells are not necessarily bad. They can temporarily reduce a mild odour until you get a chance to wash the carpet properly. They are great for light pet odours and musty smells.<\/p>\n

If you want to freshen up an old carpet that was in storage or give your carpet a nice fragrance before guests arrive, a masking deodorizer is perfect.<\/p>\n

But if you are looking to keep the carpet smelling fresh for longer, look for a deodorizer that actually eliminates the bad smell.<\/p>\n

These types of deodorizers are more aggressive, going as far as targeting the smell-causing bacteria and breaking down smell molecules.<\/p>\n

They are useful for eliminating musty smells and particularly unpleasant odours from things like urine or vomit.<\/p>\n

B. Compatibility<\/h3>\n

Check if the deodorizer is compatible with your type of carpet. For instance, some deodorizers may not be safe for use with wool carpets.<\/p>\n

Even if the manufacturer says the deodorizer is safe, always do a spot test. Apply the deodorizer in a small, hidden spot of your carpet and look for discoloration or damage.<\/p>\n

C. Fragrance<\/h3>\n

Some deodorizers have no scent at all. They simply eliminate the bad odour, leaving your carpet with a neutral smell.<\/p>\n

If you are sensitive to smells or don\u2019t want any added scents in your carpet, get this type of scentless deodorizer.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019d love a nice smell from your carpet, there are deodorizers that emit their own fragrance such as vanilla, lemon or flowers.<\/p>\n

But be cautious with these fragrant deodorizers. They may be masking the bad smell with a vanilla scent rather than eliminating it. A masking deodorizer is not bad, but you should know what you are buying.<\/p>\n

D. Anti-Bacterial<\/h3>\n

If you have kids and\/or pets, we highly recommend an anti-bacterial carpet deodorizer.<\/p>\n

Most of the messes from pets and potty-training kids are not just smelly, but also unhygienic. Even if you get rid of the smell, the bacteria can cause harm to your family, especially kids.<\/p>\n

Anti-bacterial deodorizers have disinfectant ingredients that kill bacteria and viruses in the carpet.<\/p>\n

E. Versatility<\/h3>\n

Check if the deodorizer is safe to use on other types of surfaces such as fabrics, leather, wood, vinyl and mattresses. A versatile deodorizer will be handy for eliminating smells around the house and even the car.<\/p>\n

Remember to always do a spot test to make sure the deodorizer doesn\u2019t damage a particular surface.<\/p>\n

Best Carpet Deodorizers: Reviews<\/h2>\n

1. Bio Productions Sta-Kill Deodoriser Review<\/h3>\n<\/a>\n

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Sta-Kill not only neutralises bad smells, it also kills harmful bacteria and viruses to maintain hygiene. This is useful for messes caused by vomit or poo.<\/p>\n

The concentrate spray does a great job eliminating common carpet odours including mould, mildew and urine.<\/p>\n

Note that Sta-Kill doesn\u2019t mask smells \u2013 it eliminates them permanently. So there\u2019s no need to keep re-applying the deodoriser until you get a chance to wash the carpet. A single application is enough, maybe two for particularly smelly messes.<\/p>\n

Because Sta-Kill is a powerful disinfectant, it doesn\u2019t exactly smell nice and flowery. It has more of a hospital cleaner smell.<\/p>\n

But it goes away quickly. In a couple of days, both the disinfectant smell and the bad odour will be gone.<\/p>\n

Sta-Kill is great for carpets and other types of surfaces including mattresses, upholstery and even soiled clothing. If your cat peed on the sofa, you can use Sta-Kill to get rid of the smell.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s also effective for deodorizing the car seats and mats.<\/p>\n

Sta-Kill is pH neutral, so it\u2019s safe for delicate materials like leather and wool.<\/p>\n

Because this is a liquid spray, be careful not to apply too much in the carpet that it takes forever to dry. It comes in a large 750ml bottle that should last you quite a while.<\/p>\n

What we like about it:<\/h4>\n