How to Remove Red Fingernail Polish From Carpet
If you regularly give yourself a manicure or pedicure, it's important to be careful not to knock over the bottle of nail polish--particularly if you are performing the ritual while lounging on the living room carpet. If you are using red nail polish, the damage is all the more conspicuous. Nail polish will quickly harden on the carpeting, which can ruin the carpet's unique look and texture if not treated as soon as possible. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Dull knife or spoon
- Clean cloths or paper towels
- Rubbing alcohol
- Acetone nail polish remover
- Liquid dish soap
- Lukewarm water
- Spray bottle
- Heavy object
Instructions
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Remove as much of the nail polish as possible with a dull knife or spoon. If the nail polish is still wet, scoop up the excess with a clean cloth, taking care not to rub or otherwise work the nail polish into the fibers of your carpeting.
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Select a cleaning agent. Both rubbing alcohol and acetone nail polish remover will be effective. Choose rubbing alcohol for acrylic fibers, since acetone will cause damage. Test the cleaning agent on a hidden area of your carpet before use.
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Blot the nail polish stain with a clean cloth using a small amount of cleaning agent. Continue to add more cleaning agent and blot until you have completely removed the nail polish.
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Remove the cleaning agent by blotting the area with a solution of 1/4 tsp. of liquid dish soap to 1 qt. of water.
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Rinse the liquid dish soap from the carpet by spraying the area with lukewarm water. Blot thoroughly.
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Allow the area to completely dry. To promote even and undisturbed drying, cover the area with a clean cloth or paper towels. Weigh these down with a heavy object.
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