When your pet makes a mess on your rug or someone spills red wine on your couch, you need more than a Tide stick to solve the problem. But a full-sized carpet cleaner may feel like overkill, not to ...

Second, BISSELL’s Little Green machines have a long track record of reliable stain removal and ease of use. These machines ...

Pets may be your best friends, but they’re your carpet’s worst enemies (and if you have young kids, you know they’re a close second). If your children or pets are constantly dirtying up your carpet, ...

While they might not seem essential in your arsenal of home cleaning tools, the best carpet cleaners can significantly impact the preservation of your rugs' condition. These mighty machines utilize a ...

Go deep to remove dirt, but not always to empty your wallet, with the best carpet cleaners for every budget. By Terri Williams Published Mar 9, 2023 5:05 PM EST We may earn revenue from the products ...

I’ve been researching, testing and recommending products since 2020. Reviewed ByKelly O'Sullivan, Former Home & Kitchen Editor. Apr 09, 2025, 04:39pm EDT Even if you regularly vacuum your carpeted ...

Cats and doggos are cute AF, but we all know the truth: they're expensive. Another truth: they're messy—like hide your valuables, keep them off your rugs messy. The cost of dog ownership is high ...

The best carpet cleaners in CR’s tests can tackle tough stains on carpets and upholstery with ease The highest-rated carpet cleaners in our ratings, like the Bissell model pictured, can get out tough ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. As spring gives way to summer, prepare for outdoor parties, soccer matches—and more muddy shoes or paw prints all over ...

Well-intentioned cleaning routines can sometimes cause hidden damage to carpets, making messes linger longer and changing how surfaces age over time.

Whether it's a cozy vintage area rug or a wall-to-wall installation, carpets can make a house feel like a home, but they have one big drawback: they're notoriously difficult to keep clean. While we ...