Cleaning dog fur from a carpet can make any homeowner struggle big time. It can also get so challenging it would seem the solution is to get a new carpet. However, don’t throw it out just yet! Instead, try the following hacks to remove dog hair from your carpets easily!
Hack #1. Fabric softener
Besides removing static cling from your clothes, fabric softener can help loosen up dog hair from carpets for easier pickup! Follow these instructions to use this laundry product:
- Mix one part of fabric softener for every three parts of warm water in a spray bottle.
- Lightly sprinkle your hair-riddled carpet with the mixture.
- Wait a few minutes until the carpet dries.
- Once the carpet is dry, use a vacuum cleaner to pick up the now loosened hair.
Hack #2. Balloons
Have you seen someone rubbing a balloon against their head to make the hairs stand on end? This is due to static electricity, and you can take advantage of it to pick up hair from your carpet.
You only need to blow up a latex balloon and rub it against your carpet. As you go, static will increase, picking more and more hair. We recommend using this method on small to medium carpets, as larger ones will take awfully long.
Hack #3. Rubber squeegee
Similar to latex, rubber gathers static electricity, also attracting hair! So, if you have a squeegee among your tools, give it a try! Just rub your carpet from one end to the other while the static picks up all the hair. Remember to clump the hair in one area so you can easily vacuum it!
Hack #4. Lint roller
As a dog owner, you may already have one of these handy tools lying around. Using it is not rocket science, as you only need to roll it over your carpets the same as on your clothes. Keep in mind that lint rollers are better suited for removing hairs from small areas.
Pro-tip: If you don’t have a lint roller handy, you can make a DIY one by wrapping tape (with the sticky side facing outwards) around a paint roller.
Hack #5. Rubber Gloves
Some people recommend wetting the gloves to pick up hair, while others prefer them dry. What’s the right way, then? The truth is that both work great; it mostly depends on your carpets and the amount of dog hair.
Before you begin, try wearing a damp glove in one hand and a dry one in the other. That way, you can see which option works better for you and continue with the rest of your carpet. The rest of the process is simple: sweep your carpet in overlapping motions, going from spot to spot.
Hack #6. Invest in special cleaning tools
If you have the money and the will to spend it, getting some specialized tools to pick up dog hair is a smart investment. Think about it this way: you may let go a few bucks now but save tons of time and effort in the long term. Here are two great options:
- Pet vacuum cleaner. Are you thinking of replacing your old vacuum cleaner? Consider getting a pet-specialized one. They are specifically designed to pick up pet hair more effectively, and you handle them the same as a regular vacuum cleaner!
- Carpet rake. These tools are like pet brushes but for carpets. Their teeth are specially made to reach deep into the carpet fluff and pick up hair (and other tiny particles). Besides, using one is easy; just run it in straight motions through your carpets!
Extra hack: keep your house clean frequently!
Being on top of household chores means less chance of dust and hair settling in your carpets. Don’t you have time? Let Happy Home Cleaning Services tackle these tasks! Schedule our recurring cleaning services and enjoy spotless results. Request a free quote now!
