4. Pour some salt on your carpet’s wound
This is a trick that never gets old; if the stain is still wet pour some salt on it to cover it completely. Leave until the stain dries and then vacuum. The salt will have absorbed a big part of the stain, making it easier for you to finish off using a carpet cleaner or one of the following methods.
5. White wine on red wine
Although it might seem as the most unorthodox solution, pouring some white wine over a red wine stain and blotting with a clean cloth might actually help, when the stain is still wet!
6. Club soda
Pour some club soda on the stain and leave it for 15 -30 minutes. Use a damp cloth, a sponge or even an old toothbrush to absorb both the club soda and the stain! This method (along with the vinegar trick) is good for removing bad stains like coffee stains and blood stains.
7. Baking soda and water
Use some cold water to soak the stained area. Use a clean cloth to remove as much of the stain as you can and when no more of it comes out mix 1 part of baking soda with 3 parts of water and apply on the stain. Leave until it dries and then use your vacuum to remove what’s left of the stain.
8. Hydrogen Peroxide and baking soda
Spray over the stained area with hydrogen peroxide and then pour a small quantity of baking soda - enough to cover the area. Leave for 4 to 5 minutes and then remove with a wet cloth.
9. Hydrogen Peroxide and soap
Mix 1 part of hydrogen peroxide with 1 part of liquid soap (make sure it is suitable for use on fabrics). Put the mixture in a sprinkler and spray over the stained area. Wait for 1-2 minutes and then use a dry, clean cloth or a sponge mop rub gently until the stain is removed.
10. Beer over coffee
We know that this sounds like the right decision for an evening, but it’s also the right move if you accidentally spilled coffee or tea on your carpet! Just pour a small quantity of beer on the stain, leave for 2-3 minutes and then rub it off lightly with a soft cloth or an old toothbrush.
11. Ammonia
Dilute ½ cup of ammonia in 1 litre of warm water, apply on the stain and let it dry. If the stain is not removed completely, repeat once more.
12. The vinegar and liquid detergent solution
Use a mixture of ¼ warm water, 1⁄2 teaspoon of liquid detergent and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar. Make sure that you use a non-bleach and non-alkaline detergent. Dip a clean, absorbent cloth or a sponge into the mixture and blot up the stain. At the end, use a wet cloth to rinse off with water and a dry one to absorb as much of the humidity as possible. Leave until completely dry. Another variation of this solution suggests mixing 2 cups of warm water with a cup of vinegar and 1 teaspoon of dish soap. You can try both and see which one has the best results on your carpet!
13. Another liquid detergent solution
Dissolve ¼ teaspoon of liquid detergent to 1 cup of warm water. Use a clean dry cloth or a sponge mop to gently scrub the area that is stained. If the results are not as you expected, alter the proportion slightly (try ½ teaspoon of detergent to 1 cup of water). When it’s dry, use your vacuum to remove any residue.
14. Yet another vinegar solution
Mix vinegar and baking soda in equal proportions to form a thick mixture and then add as much warm water as it is needed to turn into a thin liquid. Dip a sponge or a clean cloth and scrub gently on the stain to blot it up.