Monday, May 10, 2010

How do I get fingernail polish out of carpet?? I have a 6yr old diva!!!?

Nail Polish Removal from Carpet





Before using any of the methods outlined below, first test the process on a hidden or inconspicuous area to make sure they don鈥檛 damage or discolor your carpet.





Method 1: Scissors


If the stain is very small and confined to the tips of the carpet fibers, you may be able to cut away the stained portions. Don鈥檛 try this on larger stains though - taking off too much WILL be noticeable.





Method 2: OxyClean





1. Using a blunt edge (like that of a non-serrated butter knife or spoon), gently scrape up any excess from the surface .


2. Make an OxyClean paste by adding just a tiny bit of water to a about a teaspoon or two of OxyClean powder.


3. Cover the stain with the paste, saturating it and allow it to sit for about 10 minutes.


4. Gently scrub the stain with a scrub-brush until the stain has diminished.


5. If discoloration remains, re-saturate the stain with more paste, allow it dry, then vacuum up the remaining OxyClean powder. Repeat until the stain is either gone, nor no longer lightens.





Method 3: Acetone





1. Using a blunt edge (like that of a non-serrated butter knife or spoon), gently scrape up any excess from the surface .


2. Dab the surface of the stain with a clean, white towel soaked in an acetone solution (either acetone based nail polish remover or acetone from your local hardware store). Be very careful 鈥?if the acetone saturates the carpet it can dissolve the backing underneath the carpet! This will also dissolve any stain-guard treatments in the area in which it is used.


3. Just have patience and continue gently dabbing the area. Light and gentle scrubbing with a toothbrush may also be used. If you think the carpet is getting oversaturated, immediately stop and dab the area with a clean, dry towel to remove excess acetone.


4. Repeat steps 2-3 until the stain is gone.How do I get fingernail polish out of carpet?? I have a 6yr old diva!!!?
Depending on the fibers, use nailpolish remover. Test an inconspicuous corner first. Or if it is a shaggy rug, snip the polish out with a scissors. Good Luck1How do I get fingernail polish out of carpet?? I have a 6yr old diva!!!?
Nail polissh or acetone and and a rag. Clean the area Immediately afterwards.

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