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You probably know what turmeric is if you like Indian cuisine. The bright yellow spice is a relative of the ginger family and is widely used in curry recipes due to its supposed health advantages, which include lowering inflammation and boosting mental function. It is incredible. Only catch? If it gets on somewhere, it shouldn’t; like your carpet, the bright yellow hue may be tough to get out.
The likelihood of this spice getting spilled on the floor, especially the carpet, increases as more people use it. Many people use turmeric as a dye, so it’s no surprise that the spice may leave a stain on the carpet, whether in liquid or powder form.
It’s crucial to act quickly when a carpet gets stained by something like turmeric so that you can remove the stain before it sets. The color will be much more difficult to remove when it has dried. This article post will teach you how to clean turmeric stains from carpets and the different methods.
The Use of Baking Soda:
The cleansing power of baking soda is well-known. It helps remove stains from carpets and other fabrics. As the paste dries, it will absorb the turmeric stain and release the colour. The approach works equally well on dry or wet stains, making it ideal for removing something like curry powder from your clothes or dishes.
Note: When dealing with a stain like a curry or something similar, it’s best to use a dry white towel to absorb as much liquid as possible. Blot dry the affected area and eliminate any extra moisture to keep the stain from becoming permanent.
Procedure:
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1 tbsp Dish soap, 1 tbsp baking soda, and a cup of water should be mixed in a cup until the detergent and soda are dissolved.
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Soak a rag in the baking soda solution. Apply pressure to the rag and rub it over the stain until it is completely saturated.
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Scrub the stain in a circular motion with a soft toothbrush. Begin working the outside and making your way in.
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To avoid spreading the color, refrain from scrubbing or pressing too firmly. Wet and blot every so often. You’ll see the stain gradually disappear. Repeat this process until the stain disappears.
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If any stain remains after vacuuming, sprinkle it with a commercial carpet spray and let it soak for 5-30 mins.
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Lastly, use a clean, soft cloth to blot the spill. If you follow these steps, you should be able to eliminate the stain.
The Dishwashing and Vinegar Solution
One of the best cleaning tools available is liquid dish soap or detergent. Soaps are already beneficial for washing dishes and mopping up spills, so it seems they would also be effective at removing stains.
However, you’ll see that more than regular dish soap is needed. You’ll combine it with another cleaning product to create a powerful solution to get that spills out of the carpet. Never use a combination of vinegar and ammonia in this case.
Procedure:
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Combine one tablespoon of dish soap, 2 cups of ice water, and 1 tbsp of either white distilled vinegar or ammonia.
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Use a cloth soaked in the solution to wipe the spill.
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The stain should be left treated for around 5 minutes.
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Blot the carpet spill with a moist, clean cloth. It would be best if you did it until the fabric absorbs no more color.
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Wet a fresh towel and blot the area to remove any lingering stains.
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Use a dry, clean cloth to absorb the extra moisture.
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Carpets need to dry in the open air.
If the stain persists after pretreatment, apply the solution to the cloth and dab the affected area, then let it soak for 30 minutes to an hour. Use a dry towel to blot, and then let air dry. Carpet fibers can be removed by vacuuming.
The Mixture Of Peroxide And Dish Detergent
Adding dish soap to hydrogen peroxide is another effective method for removing stubborn stains, such as those caused by curry.
Procedure:
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Bring a wet cloth and dab the stain on the carpet until it is mostly gone.
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Next, you should combine liquid detergent with water. Apply the soap solution by soaking a sponge and dabbing it on the stain until it disappears. Ten minutes of waiting is appropriate.
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You can get the turmeric out of the carpet by blotting the surface with a clean cloth. When the area you are drying off becomes soiled, move the towel to a new spot and repeat the process. Do this until the curry powder or turmeric has been lessened.
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Scrub the carpet for a few minutes with a gentle brush. Use a towel to scrub instead of a brush if the stain is light enough.
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Fill a spray bottle with water and hydrogen peroxide to disinfect the area. It would help if you used a 9:1 water-to-hydrogen peroxide ratio while making the combination. Spray the solution onto the carpet and allow it to sit for 2 hours.
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Use a soft brush or towel and some liquid soap to clean the area. Any spots on the carpet should now be gone.
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Keep the carpet free of dirt, growth, and mold by drying it with a fan. Use a steam cleaner or wet vacuum to complete the carpet cleaning process.
Home Items
There are numerous methods for removing curry or turmeric stains from your carpet. Among these methods is making use of things you already have lying around the house. You can avoid going out to acquire a stain remover by keeping some of these ingredients on hand. Some of these alternatives are also environmentally beneficial.
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Using talcum powder on recently spilled stains.
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Flour can absorb liquid and contain stains, making it beneficial for spillage.
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You can use lemon juice or white vinegar to remove stains because they are like bleaches.
After treating your carpet with one of these methods, depending on its size, you can place it in direct sunshine. If your carpet is white, proceed with caution.
Conclusion
You will need to repeat these techniques to remove previous stains caused by turmeric from the carpet. On the other hand, the longer a spill has the opportunity to sit, the more difficult it will be to eliminate. If following these instructions does not allow you to remove the turmeric stain from your carpet, you must contact a professional carpet washer or cleaning service.