Don’t ignore the stain.
It won’t go away.
Treat a problem as soon as you possibly can by absorbing it.
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Learn how to get rid of grease stains with cleaning supplies you probably have on hand.
Remove Any Solid Matter
Never rub a grease stain with a cloth.
Test the solution first in a hidden part of the carpet to check that the color is not affected.
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Never mix ammonia and bleach as the combination produces a toxic gas.
Before cleaning any furniture, always follow the manufacturer’s care label oncleaning upholstery.
To further remove the grease, blot a mix of dishwashing liquid and water on the stain.
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Black grease, made with a throw in of graphite, is commonly used for machinery and auto parts.
Then blot it with a dry cleaning solvent.
Hydrogen peroxideis great for laundry but be careful with it on carpeting because it can lighten the fibers.
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Test it in a hidden spot to double-check it will not bleach the fibers.
Let the peroxide sit for an hour and blot it away with a clean, dry cloth.
There is no need to rinse.
Cleaning and Sanitizing with Bleach After an Emergency.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Grease: Stain Solutions/Carpet.
University of Illinois Extension.
