Think Clean. Think Pristine.

After moving into an apartment rental, you may be curious about what you can do to make sure that the carpet is as clean as possible. If you're concerned that the carpet doesn't smell fresh and has visible wear and tear, there's a lot of things you can do to make sure that the carpet isn't a feature that you're unhappy with after moving in.

If you're unsure of how to get started, consider the following tips for getting the carpet restored how you'd like.

Ask the Landlord About Cleaning

If you just moved in, it may be best to ask your landlord about any cleaning that should be done when you're not satisfied with the current condition of the carpet. In many cases, the carpet could be still in need of a deep cleaning that was simply missed by the previous cleaners. Asking a landlord about having further cleaning done can help make sure that the carpet isn't in rough shape and that you don't need to spend your own time with carpet cleaning.

Prioritize Deodorizing the Carpet

The first thing you should focus on when you haven't had carpet cleaning done in some time is simply taking care of the cleaning so there are no bad smells lingering in the apartment. In many cases, odors can get trapped in the carpet, leading to disappointment over the way the carpet smells after you've moved in and started bringing in your own things.

Deodorizing the carpet can often be as simple as renting a steam cleaning machine and running it carefully over the carpet. Instead of leaving the carpet be, you can take your time to restore the original smell of the carpet and enjoy the apartment smelling much better afterward.

Lay Down Rugs to Hide Stains

Even when the carpet is in good condition in terms of the smell and cleanliness, it's smart to lay down a few rugs if there are any stains that you can't get out. Since the carpet can become discolored and not have the original appearance that you want, it can be so useful to have rugs laid down that can take care of covering up the carpet and getting rid of any signs of wear that you may be frustrated about not being able to eliminate entirely.

While you may not be able to do such a thorough cleaning on your own, there's a lot of things that can be done in an apartment to make sure that the carpet won't look in rough shape.