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• Method 1 of 3: Remove prints with an iron
• Method 2 of 3: Using ice
• Method 3 of 3: Using a hair dryer
• Tips
• Warnings
• Necessities

Furniture, heavy objects and everyday use can cause the fibers of some carpeting to flatten. It can be frustrating to see marks on your carpet, but don't worry. With a little effort, you can fix the trouble spots. You can treat flat carpeting with an iron, ice cubes, or a hair dryer so that the fibers rise again. If none of these methods work, the best advice is to seek the advice of a professional.

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Method 1 of 3: Remove prints with an iron

1. Place a damp cloth over the flat area. You can use an old cloth or towel, although a towel may be better as it is usually thicker than a cloth. Wet the cloth and wring it out so that it is damp. Then put the cloth over the print.
2. Set your iron to the middle position. You can set the iron to the medium setting or the steam function. The iron will not remove the impression if it is too cold, but it can damage the cloth and carpet if you set it to the highest setting.
3. Iron over the cloth for 30 to 60 seconds. Run the iron over the cloth for half to a full minute. Make sure you keep moving the iron and don't touch the carpet. If you hold the iron in one place for too long or touch the carpet with it, it can cause a burn.
4. Rub the fibers of the carpet with your hands. You can now remove the cloth and switch off the iron. Then rub the carpet with your hands so that the fibers rise again and the area looks the same as the rest of the carpet.
   • The imprint may have disappeared when you remove the cloth, but still lightly rub the carpet so that the fibers are raised when dry.
   • You can also gently comb or brush long-pile carpets.

Method 2 of 3: Using ice

1. Place an ice cube on the flat carpet. Remove an ice cube or several ice cubes from the freezer. You can use a large ice cube or several small ice cubes. Place the ice cube directly on the impression in the carpet. Place it on the carpet without putting anything in between.
2. Wait for the ice to melt. Let the ice melt on its own. Wait a few hours or twelve hours if the print is very deep. If you're short on time, you can use a hair dryer to speed up the process.
3. Brush the carpet with a toothbrush. If the carpet is quite damp, you can blot up the excess water. Then use a toothbrush to brush the fibers of the carpet. You can also use a stiff brush to get the fibers back in place.
4. Blot the area with a cloth. After brushing the carpet, gently rub the area with a cloth. The newly treated area should therefore look just like the rest of the carpet. The carpet should now look as good as new again.

Method 3 of 3: Using a hair dryer

1. Spray water on the print. Fill an atomizer with water. The water should not be very cold or very warm. Then soak the flat part with water.
2. Blow-dry the carpet on a high setting. After you have injected the print with water, hold a hair dryer over it. Set the hair dryer on a high setting. You may need an extension cord if the area isn't close to an electrical outlet. Blow-dry the area until it starts to dry.
3. Rub your fingers over the carpet. While blow drying you can already rub your fingers on the carpet. Continue rubbing after turning off the hair dryer. Then you are done. If the fibers don't stand up as nicely as you'd like, you can repeat the process or call a professional.

Tips

• If only a small area of ​​the carpet is squashed, vacuum the area and rub the fibers up by hand.
• Place a rug or rug in areas where the carpet is frequently walked on. This can help to protect the carpet.
• By regularly moving your furniture slightly, the floor covering will not be crushed too much.
• Stick felt pads under the legs of furniture to prevent damage to your carpet.
• Consider hiring a professional to steam your carpeting if you are having trouble getting the fibers back up on your own.

Warnings

• Make sure the iron does not come into contact with your carpet. Doing so can cause burn marks.

Necessities

• Iron
• Cloth
• Ice
• Atomizer
• Hairdryer