How To Get Gum Out Of Carpet

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How To Spot Clean Gum Out Of Your Carpet - Zerorez® Tips

Whether you have kids who don't quite know how to keep their gum in their mouth, or you've tracked in gum on your shoes from outside, there's nothing quite like trying to pick this sticky mess out of your carpet fibers.

The issue with gum on your carpet is that it remains sticky, which ultimately attracts more dirt to the area. This leaves you with matted fibers and an unsightly stain on your carpet. What can you do to avoid it? Zerorez® has some quick and easy tips and tricks for gum removal so you don't have to worry about trying to cut it out of your carpet.

How to Get Gum Out of Carpet?

Getting gum out of carpet requires a strategic approach based on whether the gum is fresh or ground in.

If Gum is NOT Ground into Your Carpet:

  1. Place ice cubes in a plastic bag and put it on top of the gum.

  2. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.

  3. Remove the bag of ice and gently scrape the gum off the carpet with a butter knife or spatula.

  4. Repeat as necessary.

Other Stains

If Gum IS Ground into Your Carpet:

  1. Follow the above steps to remove as much gum as possible.

  2. Mix 1 tablespoon of lemon essential oil with 1 cup warm water.

  3. Puncture the gum with a needle.

  4. Gently blot the citrus solution onto the gum.

  5. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes.

  6. Gently scrape with a butter knife or spatula to remove as much gum as possible.

  7. Repeat as necessary.

  8. Follow Basic Steps 4, 2 (In that order).

If the gum persists, call Zerorez for a professional stain removal consultation.

How Do You Remove Dried Gum?

Removing old, dried gum requires a bit more effort, but it's still possible. Follow the steps outlined above for ground-in gum, ensuring you use the citrus degreaser solution and allow it to sit on the gum for the recommended time. Patience and persistence are key when dealing with dried gum.

Does Alcohol Remove Gum from Carpet?

While alcohol can be effective in removing gum, the lemon essential oil solution mentioned in our guide is a more natural and less harmful way to break down the gum's stickiness. Lemon essential oil has natural degreasing properties that allow it to penetrate and lift the gum and sticky residue.

Troubleshooting Tips for Gum Removal

  • Act Swiftly: The sooner you address gum stains, the easier they are to remove.

  • Patience is Key: Especially when dealing with dried or ground-in gum, allow the solutions to work and repeat the process as needed.

  • Professional Consultation: If gum persists, Zerorez offers professional stain removal consultations to ensure comprehensive treatment.

How Zerorez Carpet Cleaning Can Help:

If the recommended steps do not fully address the issue, contacting Zerorez for a professional stain removal consultation can help. Attempting further removal without professional guidance may risk damage to your carpet.

For more information on spot removal and our services, visit our website's spot removal techniques page.

Trust Zerorez to keep your carpets spotless and free from sticky situations!

Gum Removal

Follow Basic Steps 1,2,3,4. Repeat until stain is gone.

If stain remains, call Zerorez® to set up a professional stain removal consultation.

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