How To Get Chewing Gum Out Of Carpet
Chewing gum. Your best friend when you find yourself in need of minty fresh breath, but have you ever accidentally walked chewing gum into your carpet from the sole of your shoe? Then that tasty friend becomes your worst nightmare. Gum is notoriously one of the hardest things to remove, from carpets to your car seats – but we have a solution for you. Keep reading to discover how to get chewing gum out of carpet.
Things you will need
Fingernail brush
Detergent
Clean sponge
Warm water
Step 1
Begin removing the chewing gum from carpet
Let’s get going! Firstly, spray a generous amount of WD-40 directly onto the gum. Let it sit on the gum for a few minutes. This will help the gum dislodge from the carpet fibres.
Step 2
Scrub, scrub, scrub
Next, use the fingernail brush to remove the gum, scrubbing in the same direction. If needed, reapply some more WD-40 and continue scrubbing. Repeat as much as needed.
Step 3
Remove any residue or stains
Once the gum is removed, we recommend using a carpet cleaner to remove the stain. Rinse a clean sponge with warm water and gently dab the area until the stain is no longer visible.
And You're Done
So, there you have it! A fresh, gum-free carpet - ready to impress all of your guest.
Have you ever got chewing gum stuck on the bottom of your shoes too? Well WD-40 can also remove gum from shoes. Read more in our guide How To Remove Chewing Gum From Shoes.
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