Originally Posted by Katyanna

Rather than putting the detergent mixture into the carpet cleaner I use a weed sprayer, something like this:


I spray the carpeting down and then go over it with plain hot water in my carpet cleaner. This enables you to wash the carpets without leaving all of the residue behind. In my experience the residues serve only to attract more dirt in the future. I got the idea after having a professional come in through my insurance company after I had had water damage in my home.