How to remove vomit stains from carpet dm909getty images start by scraping off excess vomit.
Remove dry vomit stain from carpet.
To rid your carpet of foul smells first blot any strongly affected spots with a damp cloth.
Now give the rug a healthy sprinkle of.
Then sprinkle baking soda or cornstarch on the stain to soak up as much puke as possible.
If there s still baking soda or borax on the carpet or fabric clean it up with a damp sponge and then lay a dry towel over the top to absorb the moisture before vacuuming it again.
Let the powder sit overnight and then vacuum it up in the morning.
Just remember to spot test an area first.
Use a commercial or homemade cleaning solution to remove the last of the stain from the carpet.
Blot the stain with a clean dry cloth or a paper towel soaking up the water and the stain and replacing the cloth as it becomes wet.
Let the water stand for 30 seconds.
You will need to use an anti bacterial disinfectant to remove vomit odour from the carpet.
Make sure you test this on the carpet somewhere inconspicuous first.
Follow the steps for cleaning dried vomit from carpets by wetting it with warm water until it breaks down and can be removed.
White vinegar or diluted hydrogen peroxide are both great diy cleaners.
The odour is caused by the bacteria in the vomit.
Mist this mixture over the stain then blot with paper towel or a clean dry cloth.