One is often disappointed in the carpets when they ave Fe-laid. One Knows they are clean, but they don't look any different.
Effectual treatment may be given 8 with the water in which potatoes have been boiled. Brush the car pet well, and then rub it will the potato water—freshly-made and warm, A solution of ammonia and water dabbed over the surface will also bring up the colours.
'A carpet which has become worn in one or bwo places can often made suitable for a smaller room if the shabby parts are removed and the carpet joined. When sewing use a carpet needle and "carpet thread, which should be waxed. Do not pull the thread tightly or the seam will be puckered, Afterwards ft can be made to lic flat by rubbims it vigorously with the handle of 3 pair of scissors.
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