How to remove a paint spill from your carpet

Effective way to remove paint from your carpet

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• water, large bowl or container, wet/dry vac

1. Remove excess paint w/ towels or scoop into a container

2. Fill a large bowl or container w/ 3-4 cups of water for a paint spill about 1 ft by 1 ft. Pour water over spill.

3. Use wet dry vac to suck up the water.(Don't forget to remove the vacuum's filter when using it to suck up liquids)

4. Repeat steps 6 to 12 more times or until paint comes out. You will be able to tell the paint is gone when the water goes from the color of the paint to clear.

5. Make sure to mop up extra water w/ a towel and place a fan or heater next to the area until it dries.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not go overboard on the water and make sure to suck up as much possible to prevent water damage

[scales]

on 11/10/2009 Can always se DIY tips! Thanks.5***** n rec

[sallyemaycreate]

on 8/25/2009 Great tip! Thanks for sharing 5*

[dorigillman]

on 8/24/2009 amazing. just water!

[denababy]

on 8/23/2009 We are getting ready to paint the house this is great advice to have on hand!

[plaisted]

on 8/23/2009 It saved the carpet on my stairs! I was able to get 100% of the paint up!