Coffee on Carpet

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Coffee sets fast — the sooner you treat it, the better your chances of full removal.

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Step 1: Blot Immediately

Use a clean white cloth to blot up as much coffee as possible. Work from the outside of the stain inward to prevent spreading. Do not rub.

Step 2: Rinse with Cold Water

Flush the stain with cold water from the back of the fabric to push the coffee through and out of the fibers.

Step 3: Apply Dish Soap

Apply a small amount of liquid dish soap directly to the stain. Gently work it in with your fingers in a circular motion. Let it sit for 5 minutes.

Step 4: Rinse and Inspect

Rinse thoroughly with cold water. If the stain remains, repeat the dish soap treatment before washing or drying.

Step 5: Special Care for Carpet

After treating the stain, place a thick layer of clean white towels over the area and weigh them down. Leave for 30 minutes to absorb remaining moisture from deep in the carpet pile.

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Critical Warning

Never oversaturate carpet — excess moisture seeps into the backing and underlay, causing mould and permanent odour damage. Avoid scrubbing — it damages carpet fibres and spreads the stain. Always blot from the outside inward.