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Washable Dry Erase Markers on Carpet

Dampen a sponge with rubbing alcohol and use a blotting motion to absorb the marker stain, changing the sponge as often as needed.  Apply upholstery/rub shampoo according to the directions on the container.  If stain remains, use Capture spot and soil remover according to the directions on the container.

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    Wipe all stains with a whiteboard cleaner according to the directions on the container.  If any stain remains, apply all purpose cleaner according to the directions on the container.  If the stain persists, saturate a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol, blot the remaining stain and rinse.  Or, you may use Clorox Clean-Up (spray bottle) according to the directions on the container.  You may also try the following:  Use another color dry-erase marker over the stain and wipe off while ink is still wet.  Sometimes, using another color marker over the color, lifts the under color when erased.

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  • 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.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Paper Towels
    Carpet or Upholstery Cleaner Such as Spot Shot Professional or Woolite or Oxiclean Carpet Cleaner

    Use a paper towel to blot as much of the stain as possible.  Use carpet cleaner according to the directions on the container.  Repeat as necessary.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Oxiclean Carpet Cleaner
    Paper Towels
    Spot Shot Carpet Stain Remover
    Woolite Spot

    Using a blotting motion, remove as much of the stain as possible with a dry paper towel. Apply any of the above carpet cleaning products according to directions on packaging. Repeat as necessary until stain is removed. SPECIAL PRECAUTION: Do not leave Spot Shot on carpet for more than 8 hours. Check after 4 hours.

  • 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.