HOW TO REMOVE LIPSTICK FROM CARPET
Solvent and Detergent Method
*Before attempting to remove the stain, test an inconspicuous area for color fastness.
Here’s What You’ll Need
- Solvent- liquid, non-oily, non-caustic type sold for spot removal from garments. Use products for grease, oil and tar removal. Such as Carbona and Afta. Important: Do not apply directly to the carpet to prevent damage to the backing.
- 1/4 teaspoon clear/transparent dish-washing detergent (Dawn, Joy, or clear Ivory)
- 1 cup warm (not hot) water for solution
- Additional warm water for rinsing
- Clean dry white cotton towels or white paper towels
- Small bowl for mixing
- Smooth/flat bottomed baking dish large enough for affected area
- Heavy object, like books or jug of water
Step 1
Apply solvent to dry towel / cloth (do not apply directly to carpet)
Step 2
Working from the outside in–blot the affected area (do not rub or scrub) Scrubbing could damage the carpet fibers.
Step 3
Repeat steps 1 and 2 until there is no longer color transfer to the towel.
Step 4
Mix the detergent and warm water in small bowl.
Step 5
Working from the outside in–blot the affected area (do not rub or scrub) Scrubbing could damage the carpet fibers.
Step 6
Using a new clean towel, apply clean water to rinse the detergent from the carpet. This ensures that you remove all the detergent residue.
Step 7
To absorb the excess water, apply a thick stack of paper towels to the area. On top of the paper towels place a flat glass baking dish weighted down with books, or other heavy objects.
Step 8
To speed up the drying process, periodically add fresh paper towels to the bottom of the stack. This wicking process may take several hours.
Step 9
If solvent remains, repeat steps 6-8.
