Vacuums and carpet cleaners might sound like they do similar things, but they handle different kinds of messes. Learn which is best to use and when. Stephen J. Bronner is a New York-based freelance ...

Other than death and taxes, there’s one guarantee in life: messes. Kids bleed, dogs have accidents, and no matter how careful you are, the spilling of a wine glass is unavoidable. However, there’s a ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Whether it’s dirt brought in on muddy paws and shoes or coffee and red wine spills, our carpets take a beating over time. If it has been a while since you last cleaned a ...

Carpets are good at hiding dirt, and that’s exactly what makes them so hard to clean. Not every vacuum is up to the job. “The ability to clean carpet is the main difference between full-sized uprights ...

For homes with extensive carpeting, a powerful vacuum is essential to effectively remove dirt, dust and pet hair trapped deep within carpet fibers. The best vacuums for carpets are designed to do ...

Sure, vacuum cleaners remove the dry dust, hair, lint and grit from carpets and furniture, but what about the stains from spilled wine, food mishaps and kid and pet messes? For that, you'll need a ...

Pets may be your best friends, but they’re your carpet’s worst enemies (and if you have young kids, you know they’re a close second). If your children or pets are constantly dirtying up your carpet, ...

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