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Step 1.
If the spill is mostly solid, gently scoop up the excess into a
paper towel using a blunt instrument, like a spoon. If the spill
involves a significant amount of liquid, use a wet/dry vacuum. Then
blot, do not rub, with clean, white absorbent cloth or paper towels
to remove excess moisture. Try to keep as much of the stained
material as possible from penetrating down into the pile of the
carpet.
Step 2.
Most stains clean up with warm, not hot, water applied to the
stained area. Apply warm water and then blot, do not rub, with clean
white cloth or paper towels. Press down firmly to remove as much
moisture as possible. Do not rub, as rubbing can alter the carpet's
texture. Repeat until no stain appears on cloth or towels.
Step 3.
If the stain remains on the carpet, make a solution of 1 quart warm
water and 1 teaspoon of mild liquid dishwashing detergent. Try not
use more detergent than what is called for, since excess detergent
left in the carpet can cause resoiling; if you use less water, be
sure to use less detergent. Then, with a clean white cloth or
sponge, apply enough of this solution to cover the stain and let it
soak for 5 minutes.
Step 4.
IMPORTANT. Blot up the excess moisture, rinse with warm water, and
remove the water by blotting thoroughly with a clean white cloth or
sponge. Repeat until all the detergent is removed, again because
residual detergent may cause resoiling.
Step 5.
Absorb any remaining moisture with layers of white paper towels.
Weight the towels with a non-staining glass or ceramic object and
leave in place overnight.
Step 6.
When completely dry, vacuum or brush the pile to restore texture.
NOTE: If stain reappears after the carpet dries, it may be that some of the
stain remained deep in the pile and wicked up to the surface. If so,
repeat steps 3-4.
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