How To Remove Red Wine Stains From Your Carpet

Monday, August 8, 2011

How To Remove Red Wine Stains From Your Carpet

Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from Darlene212 and more videos in the Floors category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Cabernet and carpet don't mix, but if you act quickly you can save the day. To complete this How-To you will need: Paper towels 1 tbsp. of dishwashing liquid 1 tbsp. of white vinegar 2 c. of warm water A bowl A few clean white rags And some cold water Some salt (optional) And some hydrogen peroxide (optional) Step 1: Immediately blot the stain — don't rub it, blot it — with paper towels. Start from the outer edges of the stain and work your way in. Tip: If you don't have anything else on hand, pour a thick layer of salt on the stain to keep it from setting. When you have the proper cleaning ingredients, vacuum up the salt and follow the rest of the steps. Step 2: Mix together the dishwashing liquid, white vinegar, and warm water in a bowl. Step 3: Blot the mixture onto the stain with a clean white rag, starting at the outer edges of the stain. As you go, blot the same area with a dry rag or paper towels, alternating between dabbing on the cleaning solution and blotting it dry. Tip: For stubborn stains, pour a mixture of one part dishwashing liquid and two parts hydrogen peroxide on the stain, but first dab a little on an inconspicuous ...