Carpets and rugs need cleaning at least once a year to keep them fresh and remove odors and stains. If you don't have a large carpet cleaning machine, however, this can be tricky – especially if you ...

Baking soda is your friend. Sprinkle it over the carpet, let it sit, then vacuum to freshen up and lift odors. Combine warm water with a color-tested carpet shampoo, apply to the carpet, scrub gently, ...