How to Remove Ink Spots From Carpets

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Ink has a way of finding its way onto carpets, even those protected with stain repellent. Following these simple steps can help to remove the spot.

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Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Step 1

As soon as possible, blot the excess ink with a wet sponge.
Step 2

Scrub the stain with commercial stain remover and a clean cloth.
Step 3

If the stain persists, spray hair spray on the ink spot. Leave the hair spray on the spot for 3 to 5 minutes.
Step 4

Scrub the ink stain with commercial stain remover once more.
Step 5

Repeat Steps 3 through 5 until the stain is gone.
Step 6

If needed, follow up by cleaning the entire carpet with a steam cleaner and carpet shampoo.

Tips & Warnings

Test the process on a small area of the carpet before applying it to the stain to see what the cleaning products or hair spray will do to the carpet.
These cleaning tips may not work on permanent marker stains.
Contact a local cleaning service if nothing else works.
Respraying carpets with stain repellent can prevent staining.

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