Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 3: Neutralizing Carpet Bleach
• Method 2 of 3: Neutralizing Bleach on Fabric
• Method 3 of 3: Neutralizing Bleach on Wood Furniture
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

If you spill bleach or use it to dye fabric or bleach furniture, follow these tips to neutralize the bleach spill.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Neutralizing Carpet Bleach

1. 1 Absorb bleach spills with vinegar to neutralize it. This action will prevent further damage to your carpet.
2. 2 Wait and examine the affected area. If the carpet is synthetic, the bleach may not discolor. If the color has changed, seek the help of a professional carpet cleaner for advice on how you can restore your carpet to its original color.

Method 2 of 3: Neutralizing Bleach on Fabric

1. 1 Rinse the fabric in water after bleaching it to the desired shade.
2. 2 Fill a small bucket or large bowl with a solution of 1 part hydrogen peroxide to 10 parts water. Soak the cloth in the solution for 10 minutes. You can also soak a cloth in a solution of 1 part chlorine detergent and 1 liter of water.
3. 3 Wash the neutralized cloth in warm, soapy water. Rinse fabric thoroughly and lay flat to dry.

Method 3 of 3: Neutralizing Bleach on Wood Furniture

1. 1 Wipe the wood surface of the wood with a sponge dipped in vinegar.
2. 2 Immediately after applying the vinegar, rinse the surface with water and a clean sponge.
3. 3 Let the wood dry completely.

Tips

• Buy neutralizing products at the supermarket or online.
• If you add bleach during washing, rinse the laundry thoroughly to neutralize the bleach.

Warnings

• Many neutralization products are non-toxic, but you must make sure of this, follow the manufacturer's instructions, and keep such products out of the reach of children and animals.

What do you need

• Bleach
• Neutralizing agent such as hydrogen peroxide, vinegar or sodium thiosulfate