Scrape off as much clay as possible. Vacuum the area. If stain persists, use a carpet cleaning product per the manufacturer's direction. Repeat as needed.
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Cleaning Materials
Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
Soft Bristle Brush
Spray Bottle With Water
Allow the air-dry clay to dry before proceeding with removal. Scrape off excess air-dry clay with dull knife or metal spoon. Brush dried air-dry clay with a soft bristle brush to remove from carpet. A light water spray may be used to remove the dust from the surface. If stain remains, repeat procedure. -
Cleaning Materials
Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
Liquid Dish Soap Preferred Dawn or Joy
Small Stiff Bristle Brush
Sponge
Allow No-Bake Sculpting Clay to dry overnight. Scrape off excess clay with a dull-edge knife or metal spoon. With a small, still bristle brush, work the stained area with a mixture of liquid dish detergent and water. Wipe stain away with a damp sponge. If stain remains, repeat the procedure. If stain persists, use Resolve carpet cleaner according to the directions on the container. -
Cleaning Materials
Cotton Balls
Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
Ice Cubes
Nail Polish Remover
Rubbing Alcohol
Scrape off as much clay as possible. Use ice cubes to chill the clay making it easier to scrape away. Saturate a cotton ball with nail polish remover and blot the stained area. Repeat as needed. Rubbing alcohol is a good substitute for nail polish remover. -
Cleaning Materials
Paper Towels
Sponge
Liquid Dish Soap Preferred Dawn or Joy
All Purpose Cleaner Windex or Formula 409
Scrape off as much clay as possible. Spray the area with All Purpose cleaner and wipe with paper towels. Remove any remaining residue with a sponge dampened with warm water and liquid dish soap. Rinse with water. Repeat as needed.
FOR STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES - Use any stainless steel cleaning product per the manufacturer’s direction. Repeat as needed. -
Cleaning Materials
Paper Towels
Resolve Carpet Cleaner
Soft Cloth
Sponge
Spot Shot Carpet Stain Remover
Woolite Oxy Deep Carpet Cleaner
1. Blot the stain with a dry paper towel until no more color can be removed.
2. Use Resolve Carpet Cleaner, Spot Shot Carpet Cleaner or Woolite® Oxy Deep Carpet Cleaner according to the directions on the container.
3. Blot the area with a paper towel, sponge or soft colorfast cloth. Continue blotting until the stain is removed. Be careful not to spread the stain.
4. Vacuum the area when dry.
5. If the stain remains, repeat steps 2-4.
We are happy to offer stain removal suggestions as a service to consumers. While our methods were tested successfully, we can't guarantee results. Test each suggestion on an inconspicuous area first. Consult a professional cleaner if needed. Recommended brands are effective, but others may work too. Methods are for adult use only. Check containers for use and warnings.
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