baby oil on carpet - how do I remove it?

becky_sleaf

Hi there,

My daughter got hold of the baby oil & now I have two oily marks on my sandy coloured carpet...any help with how I can remove them would be appreciated!

Thanks :beer:

Dessy

Carpet
1. If possible, scrape off excess oil.
2. Sprinkle baking soda, cornstarch, or other absorbent on the stain. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes, and then vacuum.
3. Using a clean white cloth, sponge the stain with a dry-cleaning solvent.
4. Blot until the solvent is absorbed.
5. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until the stain disappears or is no longer absorbed into the cloth.
6. If the stain remains, mix one tablespoon of liquid hand dishwashing detergent and one tablespoon of white vinegar with two cups of warm water. Sponge the stain with this solution. Blot until the liquid is absorbed.
7. Sponge with cold water and blot dry to remove the detergent/vinegar solution.


From goodhousekeeping site.

HariboJunkie

Try bicarbonate of soda left on the stain for a while. This should help but you may have to resort to a stain devil specifically for oil stains.