It’s not always possible to avoid it. No matter how much care you put into your beautiful carpets, they are bound to get stained. But is it possible to remove carpet stains naturally without exposing your family to harsh cleaning chemicals?
Removing carpet stains can be a difficult task. Treating Old Carpet StainsIt can take a lot of time and effort to remove them. That’s why it’s best to be prepared to deal with them as soon as they appear. These natural solutions avoid the use of harmful cleaning chemicals that contribute to indoor air pollution. And you can save a lot of money by cleaning carpet stains with simple ingredients you already have at home.
Let’s take a look at some natural ways to effectively remove carpet stains.
1. Use salt, vinegar, and borax.
You can make your own natural carpet stain remover with three ingredients you probably already have at home: table salt, vinegar, and borax powder. Borax is a naturally occurring mineral, but it Not safe for consumption Keep out of reach of children.
Here’s how to make and use a natural stain remover:
- Make a paste by mixing ¼ cup salt, ¼ cup vinegar, and ¼ cup borax.
- Apply the paste to the stained area.
- Let dry for 24 hours and then vacuum clean.
- Wash with water to remove any residue.
- Wipe the area with a clean, dry cloth.
2. Use baking soda for greasy stains
Some common baking ingredients include: Suitable for various household uses. One of them is that it helps remove stubborn carpet stains. If you have a greasy or oily stain on your carpet, baking soda can help remove the stain without using any harmful chemicals.
Follow these steps:
- Sprinkle baking soda over the entire carpet stain.
- Let the baking soda sit overnight or for at least 6 hours.
- After that, vacuum the area.
- Use a cloth soaked in alcohol to remove any remaining residue.
3. For liquid spills, use cornstarch.
Cornstarch won’t help much with dried stains, but it’s very absorbent and can be useful for large spills.
- Wipe off any remaining liquid with a clean, dry cloth.
- Sprinkle cornstarch over the entire stain. Let the cornstarch absorb the liquid.
- After scraping off the powder, vacuum the area.
4. Use a natural stain remover
As a last resort, you can use a commercially available natural enzyme stain remover. Puracy Natural Stain Remover. This product uses biodegradable natural ingredients and is free of bleach, fragrance, sulfates, ammonia, petrochemicals, caustic soda, phosphates, phthalates, animal by-products, dyes, gluten, chlorine and allergens.
Before using a stain remover, test it on an inconspicuous area of your carpet first. Some cleaning solutions can be damaging to certain types of carpet. To test:
- Apply a few drops to the test area. Hold a white cloth over the wet area for about 10 seconds.
- Check carpets and fabrics for discoloration or visible damage.
- If you have color stains on your fabric or discoloration on your carpet, try a different stain remover instead of using stain remover.
Additional Carpet Stain Removal Tips
No matter which of the above methods you use, be sure to follow these tips for best results:
Clean it immediately
Immediately scrape off any excess solids with a clean spoon or butter knife. Be careful not to rub the spill into the carpet.
Next, gently wipe away any remaining liquid with a clean, white, absorbent cloth.
Wipe off the stain (don’t rub)
Do not rub the stain. Rubbing can permanently damage the carpet fibers. Once the stain has been softened by the treatment, blot gently. Always work from the outer edges of the stain to the center to prevent the stain from spreading.
- Wipe from the outside to the inside with a clean, white, absorbent cloth.
- Repeat until the stain no longer appears on the fabric.
- Wipe the stain with cold water and then remove any moisture.
For more complete drying:
- Cover the damp area with a 1.2 cm thick cloth.
- Press down with a heavy object.
- If the cloth gets wet, wring it out and place it back in or use another dry cloth. Wait at least 3 minutes or until the area is dry.
Want more? Check out our Earth-Friendly Stain Removal Tips.
About the Author
Allen Michael is the founder and editor. Home BibleA site focused on how to keep your home clean and comfortable.
Editor’s note: This article was originally published on January 25, 2021 and was updated in September 2024.
