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Easy Ways to Get Scary Red Wine Stains off of Your Carpet

Posted in Blog, Cleaning Tips & Tricks, General Home Cleaning, Spot & Stain Removal.

What fun is having a tidy, lovely home if you never use it to host visitors occasionally? However, the occasional wine night may result in scary wine stains on your carpet. Fortunately for you, they are easily cleaned up with a few everyday home items and some persistent carpet cleaning.

In this article, we will run you through everything you need to know about removing wine stains on your carpet.

Pre-Treat Immediately

Pre-treating as soon as possible is one of the finest things you can do. Red wine will get tougher to get off your carpet, furniture, or clothes the longer it sits there. When wine spills, dab a sponge in cold water and press gently over the liquid until it is absorbed.

You may also blot the excess liquid with paper towels or a rag that can absorb liquid. This aids in avoiding more stains. Be careful not to rub it, as doing so can cause the stain to spread.

Use Absorbent Materials

Place some white absorbent material on top of the mess and wait for it to soak up all of the wine that has been spilled. Paper towels, coffee filters, and even old rags are wonderful possibilities.

Remember that these materials may take some time to soak up all of the wine stains, so be patient! As a last resort, you may try laying an absorbent sheet on top of your carpet and then covering it with a towel. This method will keep spills from spreading while providing your materials time to do their thing.

Keep Blotting

Blot up as much of the spill’s liquid as you can using paper towels before you begin mopping your floors. This will stop the cleaning agent from spreading all over your carpet.

Use a combination of one part water and one part distilled white vinegar (without scents) and apply it with a sponge or cloth if any visible stains remain after blotting. Allow settling for five minutes. Dry off with a fresh towel.

Let It Dry

Wait until the wine is completely dry before attempting to remove it from your carpet if you spill wine. Alcohol and water combine to form a faint stain resembling red wine but are more challenging to remove.

Use club soda or rubbing alcohol to blot up as much liquid as you can once your carpet has dried. Next, make a bowl-sized mixture of one part white vinegar and two parts water. Using an eyedropper, administer a few drops, and then wipe with paper towels or rags.

Getting the Help of Dishwashing Liquid

Drop a bit of dishwashing liquid and blot it with a fresh, absorbent towel after waiting 30 minutes.

If it doesn’t work, mix baking soda and water into a paste and use a brush or your fingers to distribute it over the wet area. Allow drying before wiping. Before using stronger carpet cleaners, consider using club soda or rubbing alcohol first; it can take many applications.

Conclusion

There are numerous ways to remove wine from your carpet, but the methods described here are the most commonly used. They are also the easiest and quickest ways. In the end, the method you choose is entirely up to you.

However, if none of these methods works or you don’t want to risk damaging your carpet, even more, it is best to hire the help of professional carpet cleaners.

Are you looking for carpet cleaners in Lexington, KY? Bluegrass Company & Hardwood Refinishing Company offers family-safe carpet cleaning services. Call now for a free quote!

Bluegrass Company & Hardwood Refinishing Company
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3323 Wood Valley Ct, Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 888-1515
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Thankful… for Family and a HEALTHY HOME

Posted in Blog, Cleaning Tips & Tricks.

Whether you are a new customer of BLUEGRASS CLEANING CO., or have been a client for years, we’d like to take this time to THANK YOU for your business. We know we are not the only game in town when it comes to keeping your home clean and beautiful. To show our appreciation, we’d like to offer you a few quick tips to have a cleaner, healthier home and save you a few bucks too. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) study revealed that carpet actually helps to clean out the air in our homes and offices. The carpet acts as a filter, trapping soils, gasses, and pollutants such as pet and human dander, pollen, and even air pollution. This is great news since nearly every home in America has wall-to-wall carpets installed in one or more areas. There are several things that you can do to keep your carpet looking cleaner and help it last longer.

Keep soils out by using walk-off mats at entrances and keeping outdoor walkways, stairs, and porches clean.
Use doormats at all entrances. Don’t wear street shoes in the house. Avoid going barefoot because body oils get on the carpet and attract dirt.
Vacuum often, including upholstery, at least once a week. You should vacuum more often if there are pets or small children in the home, or if anyone suffers from asthma.
Promptly attend to any spots or spills. First, blot or scrape up as much of the spill as you can before it dries into the fibers. Then apply a mild spotting agent to the carpet and gently agitate it into the spot with the back of a spoon. Blot with a white towel to absorb the spot and the cleaner. Put a little clear water on the area, agitate again and then blot as dry as possible. If this process doesn’t work, call us.

In addition to controlling soils, vacuuming often, and being attentive to spots and spills, you should include professional cleaning followed by an application of a fiber protective treatment of your carpet. Periodic professional cleaning is a major part of an effective carpet and air quality maintenance routine, eliminating the contaminants that build up over time. Of course, every household has its own unique combination of factors such as environment, number of occupants, children, pets, and smoking or non-smoking, etc. Deep cleaning of your carpets assures your carpets are brought back to a fresh, healthy condition. This is good for your health as well as your wallet. How so? Clean carpet has the ability to trap and hold airborne contaminants out of the breathing zone. In fact, studies have demonstrated that it takes ten times more wind force to dislodge the dry particulate soils that can trigger allergic reactions from carpet than from hard floor surfaces. That’s because carpet traps and holds contaminants until they are removed by vacuuming and cleaning. Carpets that are regularly maintained will last much longer because it is the dry, gritty particulate soil and old oxidized stains that cause the permanent damage that makes old carpets look dull and dirty. Regardless of how neat and tidy you are, there comes a time when you need professional carpet cleaning. And don’t forget the floors, rugs, and upholstery will last longer if they are professionally cleaned as well! Call Bluegrass Company Co. to schedule your next cleaning. You and your family will breathe easier; your carpets, rugs, and upholstery will look better and last longer, and your home will remain healthier.

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Mary Johnstone

May 30, 2025

Linda Mull

May 24, 2025

Abby Pliszka

May 23, 2025

The team that came today was great! They arrived on time, they worked quickly and efficiently, the results were fantastic, and the quote was reasonable. I was also able to schedule a same week appointment which was awesome! I’ll be using them again for sure.

Jerilyn Ehrlich

May 22, 2025

Audrey and her co-worker did a wonderful job cleaning all my carpets and rugs! Everything looks and smells fresh and clean! Thank you!

Emily Smith

May 5, 2025

They were professional and reasonably priced. Called and they were able to get me scheduled for the next morning. They did a great job. Definitely recommend them. I will be using them again.

Andy Alphin

May 2, 2025

Excellent work. Fair price.

Paul Keller

April 22, 2025

Very courteous and helpful staff !!!

Renee Duff

April 14, 2025

Professional and was able to get my carpet very clean! Also they got me an appointment very fast.

Kelli Mitchuson

March 31, 2025

Navona Mitchell

March 26, 2025

Zhael and Audrey were very professional and did a great job- both with carpets, area rugs, and upholstery. We had used Bluegrass Cleaning in the past, and will continue in the future as needs arise.

Patrick Click

March 13, 2025

3rd time using, always happy with the results. Would recommend!

Larry Bell

March 12, 2025

We appreciate the consistent quality of service that we receive from Bluegrass Cleaning. Thank you!