How to get grease and oil out of carpet

Blot up excess grease or oil, cover it with baking soda first, then blot with dish soap; oily stains on carpet can remain permanent.

Blot up as much grease or oil as possible with clean cloths.
Sprinkle baking soda over the stain and let it absorb the grease or oil.
Lift away the baking soda with a dull knife or spoon for scraping.
Mix a small amount of dish soap with cold/cool water.
Apply the dish soap mixture to a clean cloth, then blot the stained area without rubbing.
Blot with a clean cloth dampened with cold/cool water.
Blot dry with clean cloths and let the carpet dry.

Don't do this

Do not rub; rubbing spreads the stain and frays pile.
Do not pour dish soap directly onto the carpet; apply it to a clean cloth first.
Do not keep adding water; excess moisture can spread the stain.

If the oily stain remains, use a commercial product made for this, used per its label. Grease and oil stains can be permanent, and a badly damaged area may need professional repair or patching.

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