Content

• Steps
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

If the legs of a chair, bed, sofa, table, or other furniture sit on the carpet, they often leave unsightly dents. They can be especially noticeable if you move furniture around. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to get rid of these dents before the guests arrive.

Steps

1. 1 Move the furniture to access the dents.
2. 2 Place an ice cube in each dent. Large or long dents may require several ice cubes.
3. 3 Let the ice cubes melt. When they melt, the pile will begin to heal, reducing and ultimately relieving you of the dent.
4. 4 Check the result the next morning. Blot excess water with paper towels or a cloth if necessary.
5. 5 If the carpet has not completely recovered, gently lift the pile with a fork.
6. 6 Repeat these steps for stubborn dents.

Tips

• Test this method with one ice cube in an inconspicuous place. Raise the corner of the carpet to make sure the water doesn't damage the floor.
• If the dent persists, spray the dent with water, then use a hair dryer to lift the nap.

Warnings

• Do not use this method on hand-dyed, antique, delicate or valuable carpets, or if the pile cannot be cleaned with water.
• Be careful if there is a wooden floor under the carpet.Test on an inconspicuous spot first to make sure you don't damage the floor.
• If the dent is deep or long, it may require more than one ice cube, but don't make the area too wet.

What do you need

• 1 ice cube for each carpet dent
• White paper towels or cloth (optional)
• Fork (optional)