Rearranging furniture can give your space a whole new look without you spending a dime. But if you have wall-to-wall carpet or a plush area rug, it can also reveal unsightly dents. Indentations happen when furniture or other heavy objects compress your carpet’s fibers for long periods of time. You probably won’t notice them if…
The good news is that while carpet dents are eyesores, they don’t have to be permanent. In fact, there’s an easy way to get rid of them, and you don’t even need to purchase anything. The ice cubes in your freezer can melt away the dents in your carpet so it looks like they were never there. The process is quick and easy — when the ice cubes melt, water is absorbed by the carpet, allowing the fibers to regain their fullness.
1. Place the ice cubes directly onto the carpet divot, using one ice cube for a small dented area or several ice cubes for a larger area.
2. Allow the ice to melt naturally. This should take 90 minutes for small dents and up to three hours for large ones. You may need to add more ice depending on the temperature in the room and the depth of the dents.
3. Once the ice has melted, gently blot up the excess water using a paper towel, sponge, or napkin. Be sure not to press too hard or you might cause more damage.
4. Use the back of a spoon or a coin to fluff the flattened carpet fibers that need adjusting.
5. Let the area dry completely over a couple of hours, and then marvel at your handiwork.
The next time you spot a carpet dent, don’t stress. With a couple of ice cubes, those stubborn dents will be gone by morning.
