Carpets can instantly add the shine and value to your living space, but if you are not careful while maintaining it, it will fade away quickly. People either choose to spend on maintaining their carpets and take the hard way, or switch to alternatives like a hardwood floor and make it easy for them. However, the comfort and warmth of carpets are unmatched, and a little sacrifice of time and money on their maintenance should be okay for any carpet lover. Companies like Sparkle and Shine are a great way of keeping your home clean and your carpets brand new, but if you want to do it yourself and keep them looking like new for a long time, here are seven things you can do.