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tina m
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tina m asked in Home & GardenCleaning & Laundry · 1 decade ago

Removing black ink from a carpet?

I was refilling my printer cartridge and accidentally dripped ink on my beige carpet. Anyone know of any ways to clean it?

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
    Favorite Answer

    Rubbing alcohol

  • 1 decade ago

    1. Saturate the ink stain with hair spray.

    2. Allow the stain to fully dry.

    3. Mix a solution of one part water to one part white vinegar.

    4. Pour the solution on the stain.

    5. Brush the area lightly with a medium-bristle brush, preferably a toothbrush.

    6. Continue brushing until the stain is gone.

    7. Blot the area with a dry, white cloth.

    8. Flood the area with water.

    9. Blot again.

    10. Allow to dry.

    Tips:

    Always test the cleaning solutions on an inconspicuous part of the carpet before using on a large area.

    Brush from the outer edges of the stain inward to prevent the stain from spreading.

    Use a white cloth rather than a colored one to prevent any dyes from coming off on the carpet.

    Source(s): www.ehow.com/how_10702_clean-ink-carpet.html
  • 1 decade ago

    Good luck on this one. Use hairspray, the kind in a can. Spray, blot, spray, blot. You may also want to try cold water after you spray. Note that will spread it so I'd wait until it's almost out before I add the water. Again, good luck.

  • 1 decade ago

    you could try putting hairspray on it then scrubbing it, i know it sounds crazy but it works on fabric and clothing and purses. its worth a try........ if they don't work, try getting or renting a carpet cleaner........maybe that will help........good luck.........

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