How to Deal with Waterlogged Carpet in a Sedan?

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VonJustin
07/29/25 8:18pm
There are several methods to handle waterlogged carpet in the car cabin: 1. Open the windows: Open the windows to allow the carpet to air dry naturally. Alternatively, use a dryer if necessary. 2. Remove the carpet: Take the car to a repair shop to have the carpet removed. Then, dry the carpet in the sun. Prepare a high-power vacuum cleaner, mix laundry detergent with water, scrub the carpet thoroughly with a brush, and then vacuum it clean. Place activated charcoal on the carpet and dry it in the sun for 2-3 hours. 3. Special cleaning agents: Use commercially available special cleaning agents designed for this purpose. These agents do not require soaking the carpet in water and can be used for 'dry cleaning,' generally with good results. 4. Cleaning: Gently wipe off dirt from the carpet with a sponge, then clean it with a foam cleaner.
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