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• Method 1 of 3: Using baking soda or cornstarch
• Method 2 of 3: Using rubbing alcohol
• Method 3 of 3: Using chemical cleaning fluid
• Tips
• Warnings

You can remove all oil stains from your carpet using the methods below. Before cleaning, place a cloth or paper towel over the stain and gently dab it. Be careful not to rub the oil deeper into the carpet fibers. Work from the edge of the stain towards the center. It does not matter what type of oil it is, because the methods below are suitable for removing motor oil, olive oil, baby oil and all other types of oil.

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Method 1 of 3: Using baking soda or cornstarch

1. Cover the stain with baking soda or cornstarch. Sprinkle a generous amount of powder on the stain and don't worry about using too much. Both baking soda and cornstarch are absorbent and absorb moisture, especially oil. Both fabrics will not stain or damage your carpet.
   • An advantage of baking soda and cornstarch is that both are relatively inexpensive.
   • Another advantage of both substances is that they are non-toxic and consist of organic materials. Baking soda and cornstarch do not negatively affect the environment or your body.
2. Rub the baking soda or cornstarch into the carpet. Do not rub too softly or too hard. Use just enough force to make sure that the baking soda or cornstarch pulls into the fibers of the carpet. Use a work brush for larger oil stains and an old toothbrush for small stains.
3. Allow the baking soda or cornstarch to soak in, then vacuum it up with a vacuum cleaner. This means that you leave the powder alone for at least 15 minutes. Now that the baking soda or cornstarch has absorbed the oil, use a vacuum cleaner to vacuum the powder from your carpet.
   • Vacuum very thoroughly to remove any powder residue.
4. Squeeze a few drops of liquid dish soap onto the stain. Rub the detergent into the carpet with a work brush or an old toothbrush. Pour a small amount of warm water on the area and immediately blot the detergent with a clean cloth or sponge.
   • Don't worry if it starts to foam. Just keep dabbing until you've removed the detergent and the carpet is relatively dry.
   • The more detergent and water you use, the longer the process will take.
5. Let the carpet dry completely. Check the fibers carefully for residual oil. If you can still see the stain, repeat the process.

Method 2 of 3: Using rubbing alcohol

1. Put a small amount of rubbing alcohol on a clean cloth or paper towel. Know that rubbing alcohol is poisonous and flammable. Always use rubbing alcohol in a well-ventilated area and wash your hands thoroughly afterwards. Keep it away from children and pets.
   • Rubbing alcohol is completely safe if you handle it with care.
   • An advantage of rubbing alcohol is that most people already have it in their medicine cabinet.
2. Push the rubbing alcohol into the stain in the carpet. After you have done this thoroughly, let the carpet dry. If you can still see the oil stain, repeat the process and use more rubbing alcohol.
   • Rubbing alcohol is a solvent, so it helps dissolve and separate the oil from the carpet fibers.
3. Remove the excess rubbing alcohol from the carpet. When the carpet has dried enough and the stain has been removed, rinse the area completely with water and blot the water with a clean cloth or paper towels. This should be enough to remove the residual alcohol and reduce the odor.
   • Do not use an air freshener or perfume to correct the smell, as that can only make the problem worse.
   • Open the windows and turn on a fan. The best method is to provide better ventilation.

Method 3 of 3: Using chemical cleaning fluid

1. Test the chemical cleaning fluid before applying it to the oil stain. Apply some chemical cleaning fluid to a clean cloth or paper towel and hold the cloth to a small, inconspicuous area of ​​your carpet. After a few minutes, grab a damp cloth and blot the solvent. Allow the area in question to dry and see if the solvent has not stained or removed any dye from the carpet.
2. Apply the chemical cleaning fluid to the oil stain. Use a cloth or paper towel and press the solvent onto the oil stain. Work from the outer edge to the center of the stain. Push hard enough to allow the solvent to penetrate deep into the carpet fibers.
3. After 5 minutes, grab a damp cloth or paper towel and blot the chemical cleaning fluid off the carpet. Then let the area with the stain dry. Try to speed up the drying process by using a fan or a dehumidifier.
4. Check the dry carpet for oil residues. If you see oil residues, repeat the process as described above. It may be necessary to clean the affected area several times to completely remove the oil stain. This is normal for oil stains as oil can rise through the fibers after the first cleaning.

Tips

• Immediately dab as much oil as possible with a cloth or paper towel when you discover the stain. If spilled oil or grease soaks into the layer under the carpet, you may need to call a carpet cleaning company. It is therefore important to soak up the oil before it soaks into the carpet.
• If you have spilled a lot of oil, you can use an old bath towel instead of a cloth or paper towels.
• If you are unable to remove the stain using one method, try another method.
• Consider trying the methods in the order listed above. Method 1 is the safest and easiest. Baking soda and cornstarch are non-toxic, and you probably already have these in your kitchen. Method 2 also uses a commonly used agent, but rubbing alcohol is poisonous and has a strong smell. Getting the chemical cleaning fluid you need for Method 3 will probably require you to go to the store specifically.

Warnings

• Be careful not to put rubbing alcohol on a stain itself. Rubbing alcohol can work well, but if you use too much, it can set into the back of the carpet. Alcohol can damage the back of your carpet by breaking the latex compound and damaging your carpet.