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Home » Tips & Tricks » Cleaning and Organizing » Cleaning Tip– Best, Cheapest Carpet Spot Remover

Cleaning Tip– Best, Cheapest Carpet Spot Remover

April 16, 2013 by Kara Cook 32 Comments

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Today I am sharing a cleaning tip that I have used for years. So many years that I can’t even remember who gave me the idea. That was back before I even blogged, before anyone blogged really. How did we survive?carpet-cleaner, tip

Are you ready to hear the cheapest and easiest way to get rid of spots on your carpet?
It’s simple. Shaving cream.
Yep, you heard me right. Shaving cream.

When I first heard about it, I was skeptical, so I put it to the test against several spray spot carpet cleaners on the market. Not only does it remove spots just as well, but it doesn’t leave the carpet feeling “crunchy” like most of them do.

This morning I tried it out on a spot on the carpet between my master bedroom and bathroom. I’m embarrassed to admit this, but it’s been there for months. As an upside, now you know that this will work even with carpet stains that have been neglected because you’re too busy doing other things like feeding people, providing them with clean clothes,  and running them all over tarnation.
carpet-spot-removerI just dabbed a bit of shaving cream on it. The cheapest shaving cream works the best. You don’t want the fancy kinds with the lotion.
best-carpet-cleanerJust work it in a little bit with your fingers. Let it sit for a minute or two.
carpet-spot-removerThen just wipe it up with a wet cloth. (If you have light carpet, use a light colored cloth.) Voila, spot GONE!
cleaning-tip-carpet-cleanerAnd when it dries, it won’t be all stiff and crunchy to walk on. Best carpet spot remover ever!

Here’s another before and after shot, just because I love them so much. 🙂
carpet spot cleaner Collage

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  1. Francisca Robins

    August 4, 2020 at 7:27 am

    This is the best ever idea to clean carpets I have ever read. Shaving Cream? Seriously. It worked great. First I did not believe, then decided to give it a try.

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  2. Janet

    October 9, 2018 at 10:57 pm

    Clean carpets are the best carpets. And this carpet cleaner is the best!

    Reply
  3. Joy

    April 3, 2018 at 12:12 pm

    Wow. Shaving cream as a carpet cleaner? Do you find that cheap brands work well or is there a brand you always use for consistent results?

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    • Kara Cook

      October 10, 2018 at 10:36 pm

      I usually buy the cheap men’s brand. As long as it doesn’t contain lotion, it should work.

      Reply
  4. Joe Braxton

    March 14, 2018 at 1:27 pm

    This looks great! Unfortunately, I’ve used a cleaning spray for my dog’s messes on our couch (he went through a marking phase) and have ended up with quite a few noticeable water stains. 

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    • Kara Cook

      March 14, 2018 at 5:10 pm

      Oh man, that stinks (literally)! I’ve never tried shaving cream on water stains, but it’s certainly worth a try.

      Reply
  5. Bella

    February 5, 2018 at 10:30 am

    You did a great job removing that stain. Your carpet looks great. You would never know there was a stain to begin with. I love multipurpose products. Shaving cream wins the day.

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  6. Hygo Prokopets

    December 14, 2016 at 12:44 am

    OMG! Hilarious! I never thought that shaving cream could actually clean a carpet. Awesome! Thanks

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  7. Christina

    November 4, 2016 at 10:30 am

    Also, the fact that the cheapest shaving cream works best really says something. For those looking to save a buck, this post will be especially useful.

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  8. Brian

    November 1, 2016 at 2:13 pm

    This is a really great tip that anyone can use! I had never heard this one before but I’m definitely going to give it a shot. I’ve got plenty of shaving cream lying around. Thanks for sharing!

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  9. Christina

    October 17, 2016 at 10:37 am

    You just saved a lot of homeowners a considerable amount of money with this ingenious tip. And to think you’ve known about it since way before you started blogging, too… Very handy.

    Reply
  10. Noah William

    October 7, 2016 at 12:24 am

    Hey, great share……

    I didn’t know that shaving creams can work such wonders to remove stains from your carpets. My rug has got some really stubborn stains on it that I find difficult to remove. I am surely going to try your technique.

    Thanks for sharing this post. Keep sharing more…
    Cheers!!

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  11. Tara Allen

    May 9, 2016 at 5:41 pm

    Having stains on your rug can really put a damper on the cleanliness feel to your home. I am glad to know that there are easy and effective ways to clean stains. The technique that you used to keep your carpets seems very effective! Thanks you for sharing!

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  12. Elden Gatley

    March 14, 2016 at 9:44 am

    Thanks for the tip to use shaving cream to remove carpet stains. I agree that it’s an inexpensive way to get the job done. I also think it simplifies the process.

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  13. Maria J

    January 15, 2016 at 1:17 am

    I surely will try this, Kara, I hope I will work for my carpets, I have never used shaving cream for this purpose before

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  14. Barny

    December 15, 2015 at 9:03 am

    OH my gosh I am definitely trying this. I have a HUGE spot on my carpet that has been there for over a year. I can’t get it up at all. I’m going to try this and see if it does anything, I’m up for anything at this point!

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  15. Dolph Hoover

    July 27, 2015 at 3:11 am

    I didn’t know shaving cream can do that! That was awesome! Nice post Kara!

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  16. Delores Lyon

    April 23, 2015 at 4:44 pm

    Wow, I had no idea that shaving cream could be so effective in keeping your carpet stain free. It might be a good idea for me to try this out some time soon on my own carpet. However, if this shaving cream trick doesn’t work, then I think I’ll call a professional. It isn’t worth it to leave the stains for too long!

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  17. McSwain Carpet

    December 22, 2014 at 2:53 pm

    Great tip! Not a lot of people would think of using shaving cream to clean up stains.

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  18. Ashley

    August 12, 2014 at 9:36 am

    I was so excited to try this on some old greyish mystery stains in our new house. I think I may have used too generous of an amount of shaving cream( as suggested Barbasol sensitive) or maybe worked it into the carpet too much. I can’t tell if they stain is gone, but I now have a very white spot over the treated areas. =( despite rinsing with white rags and water- it’s not coming out. Hopefully as time passes it will fade. So beware hopeful readers of using too much or working it in too well!

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  19. Lisa

    April 26, 2014 at 12:17 pm

    Thank you! I tried it on three spots and it cleaned them all beautiful.

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  20. Taylor

    June 5, 2013 at 6:44 am

    What a fantastic idea! I’ll be sure to give your shaving cream suggestion a try. I know you advised to use the cheapest, but is there a specific brand you tend to stick to using? Thanks

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    • Kara

      June 12, 2013 at 2:15 pm

      I use Barbasol, and I usually get the kind for sensitive skin because I figure it’s least likely to contain any lotion or funky scents.

      Reply
  21. Lynaea

    April 18, 2013 at 10:32 pm

    So funny… a friend told me about shaving cream years ago too. And it does work, very well. Lynaea @ EveryDayBloom.com

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  22. Heidi N

    April 18, 2013 at 3:18 pm

    How did I miss learning this from you after all these years? I have a spot on our new carpet that is aching for shaving cream… I guess I’ll have to add that to my shopping list, because Jared just shaves with soap 😉

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    • Kara

      April 22, 2013 at 10:53 am

      Haha. Wes actually uses an electric razor. But I have a bunch that I confiscated at girls camp last year. 🙂

      Reply
  23. Rachel

    April 16, 2013 at 6:05 pm

    Shaving cream?! Seriously?? That is awesome. I need to use this immediately.

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    • Kara

      April 17, 2013 at 6:23 am

      Isn’t it great when the simple things work?!

      Reply
  24. Taryn @ Design, Dining + Diapers

    April 16, 2013 at 2:01 pm

    OH my gosh I am definitely trying this. I have a HUGE spot on my carpet that has been there for over a year. I can’t get it up AT ALL. It even came back when we had our carpets professionally cleaned, and it’s driving me nuts. I’m going to try this and see if it does anything, I’m up for anything at this point!

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    • Kara

      April 17, 2013 at 6:22 am

      Let me know how it works Taryn!

      Reply
  25. Cheryl@ Sew Can Do

    April 16, 2013 at 11:48 am

    If it works that well on old stains, I’ve got to try it. We have some ridiculous stains I’d just about given up on. Thanks for the tip!

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    • Kara

      April 17, 2013 at 6:20 am

      I hope it works for you. I’ve only had a few stains it didn’t remove, one of them being a melted creamsicle. Don’t ask. 😉

      Reply

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