Top 8 Hardest Carpet Stains to Remove

A new carpet feels great and can also enhance your home’s appearance. However, with time, you may likely have a stain or two. Don’t wait— act fast if anything spills on your carpet. Below you will find the top 8 hardest carpet stains to remove and how to address them. 

Some stains are harder to remove compared to others. For example, consider the top 8 hardest carpet stains to remove.

1. Blood: While your priority is tending to the bleeding person, cleaning your carpet should happen soon after things have settled. Blood on your carpet can be one of the most difficult stains to remove. Focus on blotting the blood with a paper towel by working outside. Once you have blotted the blood, use cold water and dishwashing liquid, then continue blotting the stain. Use gloves as blood is a bodily fluid that can pose serious safety issues. If there is a lot of blood, it’s likely a professional job. Professional carpet cleaning can help you remove tough stains. 
2. Red Wine: Cleaning up spilled red wine is similar to cleaning up blood. They both have an intense reddish color that can seep into your carpet. Begin by blotting the stain from the outer edge to the center with a paper towel or cloth. Use cold water and a carpet cleaning solution to blot out the stain. You will want to avoid strokes back and forth over the stain as it can cause the stain to spread out further.
3. Colored Drinks: Dark juices, sodas, and other colored drinks can seriously impact your carpet. Dye stains are difficult to remove from your carpet, but you can treat them like red wine stains. Always use cold water when cleaning up the spill. Add carpet cleaner to your water mixture after completely draining the excess liquid.
4. Coffee: Coffee is a problematic liquid to clean up as it is dark brown. You can use water and white vinegar to clean the mess, unlike the other stains. Before applying the solution to the stain, blot everything up first from the outside. This helps control the stain’s circumference, so you avoid spreading it further.
5. Ink: Whether it’s a busted pen, a printer malfunction, or another type of ink, it can be difficult to remove. To remove ink from your carpet, use isopropyl alcohol. Most nail polish removers are made of this, so you may have it on hand. Blot the stain just like you would any other stain. However, before you apply isopropyl alcohol, test it on a small, inconspicuous area of your carpet. Depending on your carpet’s material, it can be damaged, so it’s important to double-check before cleaning up the stain. If you have any doubts, contact professional carpet cleaners, who are experts in all kinds of stains.
6. Animal urine not only leaves visible stains but also has a smell that can be extremely difficult to remove. Urine is acidic, so any messes need to be addressed right away. Once you notice the animal urine, blot up the excess as quickly as possible. Once you have blotted as much as possible, put baking soda over the stain. Leave it for 15 minutes and vacuum it up. You may need to blot the area and remove any residual stains, but this should help reduce the stain’s impact on your carpet.
7. Other Bodily Fluids: Vomit, feces, or other bodily fluids can have serious consequences when it comes to your carpet, and they can stain and leave a horrible smell. Addressing these stains right away is important. Pick up any solids, blot any liquid, and treat it like animal urine. Leaving baking soda for 15 minutes can help neutralize the issue. However, if the stain is too bad, you may need to call a professional.
8. Cooking Oil: Oil must be dealt with immediately, as it is extremely difficult to remove. You’ll need an enzyme-based cleaner and a hot steamer to remove the oil. Oil stains are tough, so it may be better to call a professional carpet cleaning service to avoid further damage to your carpet. 

Contact WoW Total Cleaning for Professional Carpet Cleaning

Wow’s professional carpet cleaner can remove tough stains that regular cleaning cannot, giving your carpets a fresh, hygienic look. Our carpet cleaning solutions are designed to break down hard-to-remove substances embedded in the carpet fibers. Professional carpet cleaning can also extend the life of your carpets, saving you from having to replace them sooner. For residential and commercial carpet cleaning, choose Wow Total Cleaning, serving Austin and its surrounding areas since 2003.