How to Vacuum a Carpet, Rug & Shag Rug! (Clean My Space)

This has been a highly requested topic here at Clean My Space - how to clean a carpet, rug and shag rug - so for those of you wondering the best way to vacuum these items - here you go!

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[angelad]

My parents bought me an upright vacuum when I moved into my own apartment after college. I'd never used an upright vacuum before but I love this one. It has 3 filters, a turbo head and it got cups worth of dust out of my carpets the first time I used it.

[midwestmommabear]

I watched another similar video and the amazing woman used the same technique but did it 2 to 3 times. 1. Flip rug over 2. Vac With Beater Going 3. Roll Up 4. Clean up debris on floor 5. Repeat entire process until your floors no longer have debris when carpet is flipped upside down! Amazing Results!:Thank you for all your videos and tips!!

[BenDonahower]

I strongly recommend trying a bagged vacuum. Life changed! I was forever dumping bagless vacuums, they lost their suction and broke down over time, etc. I've had a bagged vacuum for 3 years and it's still going strong. I love it.

[NicoleLisaGreen]

You may have covered this, but worth repeating. I really stepped this chore up a notch when I learned about using the proper distance of your vacuum to the carpet for optimal suction. It's not about getting it as close as you can. You need good airflow.

[hannakirillovskaya]

Hey Melissa! I just bought dyson animal pro about a month ago and I can't be more happier

[singer]

The hardwood floors what the best kind of vacuum for hardwood floors because honestly until this video I really thought I vacuum wasn't really made for hardwood and unlike you I love to vacuum so this makes me excited

[ruby]

I used to own a Dyson and I thought it was the best vacuum in the world I wouldn't have any other. Then a friend came over and blew my mind out of the water with the RAINBOW Vacuum and I had to submit and say it was much MUCH better. I think if you haven't tried one out you should Melissa and maybe even do a demo of both of them so that ppl can see and check them out for themselves. Remember this is coming from a CRAZY LOVER of the Dyson and YES I still do have it BUT I use it very rarely becuase the Rainbow does so much better actually getting every last dust piece and then also TRAPing it so it doesn't go out the back of the Vacuum cleaner. AMAZING! Ps if you fly me to Canada to you will do the DEMO with you. :) A Wisconsin Mom.

[PrimeReal]

I can’t believe i just watched a video on how to vacuum and enjoyed it .

[thefoxyplanter]

Hi, so I need help. I bought a new Dyson canister big ball vacuum and I cannot get it to work on my extra thick and plush shag/microfiber carpet. I have looked up how to care for the carpet however I have not had any luck. What attachments can I use to help me clean my carpet to get out all my dog and cat's hair? Btw, I adore your page as I am a clean freak myself (you are also super inspiring, I want to make my own cleaning blog now lol).

[julyclim]

My first YouTube comment ever! Love your videos. Can you please make a video on deep cleaning a thick shag rug? Beyond vacuuming I want to learn a DIY shampoo and dry at home on the cheap. Also how to maintain the clean. Thanks!

[aewald]

Great video, I would like to add one piece of information. To figure out the proper height for a vacuum the vacuum agitator should ever "pull" things from the carpet but should instead make the dirt vibrate which then brings it up to the surface so it can be sucked up. if you have to press down on your vacuum to suck something up then your vacuum either does not have enough suction or is at a wrong height. Too low of a vacuum damages your carpet and to high only takes off the top layer.

[brendarose]

Your Dyson leaves awesome vacuum tracks!

[AhmedRamadan-ptqt]

This video couldnt have come in a better time for me since my new hoover just arrived. How did u know ??? But my questions to u are:
- I read the manual and each attachment is for a specific surface but im not really convinced.. is it ok to use attachments for jobs other than these designated for ???
2nd Question: how oft should i clean the attachments themselves and how ???
Great Video !!!

[UnaNasi]

Hi Melissa, Thank you for your video. Maybe my question sounds strange but I will ask. I am searching for vacuum cleaner and a bit confused in all of the options and features. Could you please help in how to pick vacuum cleaner?

[lavliina]

Melissa how do you maintain a clean home? Even after decluttering, my house still becomes messy each week? Please do a routine on this

[freedy]

Do you use carpet cleaner spray or powder? And are they safe to use with a cordless dyson vaccum?

[ravagemonkey]

i just bought a new dyson vacuum... i absolutely love it but i have a really hard time with it sticking to area rugs. i have an old dog who slips on the hardwood so i have a lot of area rugs, is there a tool that is more suited to cleaning these rugs?

[taherastern]

Love, love, LOVE your videos!! Y'all should make a cleaning app! That would be amazing!

[fromcraftcure]

i have problems cleaning my vacuum...specifically the dirt container. do you have a video on that?

[katherinedekorte]

I just LOVE your videos!! I am also always cleaning and organizing! I was just wondering could you do a video on how to clean and organize your bedroom closet?? that would be really helpful.