How to Clean Milk in Carpet

There is no longer a reason to stress about removing a milk stain from your otherwise spotless carpeting. This method will allow you to remove milk with relatively no elbow grease. If a stain remains after completing the first section, complete the steps in the second section.

Things You'll Need

• Sponge
• Baking soda
• Spray bottle of water
• Small scrub brush
• Vacuum cleaner
• Lemon juice
• Paper towel

Instructions

Method 1

1. Blot the milk spot with a sponge.

2. Sprinkle baking soda on the milk spot.

3. Mist the milk stain with the spray bottle of water.

4. Allow the spot to dry overnight.

5. Brush the area with a small scrub brush to loosen dried baking soda.

6. Vacuum the area.

Method 2

1. Apply lemon juice to the stained area.

2. Allow the juice to sit for 20 minutes.

3. Spray the area with water.

4. Blot the area with paper towels.

5. Repeat if needed.

Tips & Warnings

• If baking soda is unavailable, cornmeal can be substituted.

• But sure to treat milk stains as soon as possible to prevent sour milk odors from setting into carpets.

References

• MrsCleanUSA.com: Tips on Removing Milk Stains