Follow these tips when dealing with a spill on a carpet
When the red wine spills everyone cringes. It is the bane of stains. When something is spilled on the rug, prompt attention may save you from having a bad spot. A stain which has dried, or has dirt ground in it, is going to be very difficult to remove.
- You need to be ready for the spill before it even happens! Test out the cleaning solutions below or whichever cleaning product you are going to use on a hidden part of your rug now; today, and know that you can use it later when there is a spill without questioning if it will harm your investment in your home (you’re rug).
- Never rub/scrub the stain, always blot or sponge. Rubbing or scrubbing will drive the stain in further, spread it farther & ruin the integrity of your rug.
- Tip 3: Never use bleach. You will end up damaging your rug in the processing of removing the stain.
Here is How to Clean a Red Wine Spill from your Carpet
You Will Need:
- Several Sponges/Clean Cloths
- Hand Washing Detergent &/or White Vinegar
- An absorbent material that will vacuum or be picked up easily
- Examples: paper towel, clean cloth, paper torn to bits, etc
Step 1. Absorb
Step 2: Splotch/Blot/Pat/Dot whatever you want to call it; just don’t rub or scrub!
Take your clean cloth or sponge and promptly blot the liquid spill.
Step 3: Choosing the Cleaning Solution
Some spills can be completely removed with just blotting. Many will require a cleaning solution. Depending on the severity of the stain you can choose a less intensive or less chemical cleaning solution; you might be able to even use just water.
Speak to a local expert, Call RugMan.com, or try any of the solution mixtures listed at the bottom of this blog.
Step 4: Using the Cleaning Solution:
Step 5: Rinse
Step 6: Patience.
Repeat if Necessary. Many stains take time to respond to a cleaning formula and may even need a second treatment.
You’re Done!
Now That You Know What Not To Do:
DIY Cleaning Solutions
- 1 Quart Water with One Teaspoon mild dish detergent and 1 Teaspoon white vinegar
- 1/4 Teaspoon of dishwashing liquid with 1 Cup of warm water (use in a spray bottle)
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1 Cup of white vinegar with two cups of water (use in a spray bottle)