How to Remove Red Wine Stains from Carpet
Red wine, created from dark-colored grape varieties, is treasured for its rich flavor and relaxing qualities, making it a favorite at dinner parties, celebrations, and cozy nights in.
Even though red wine possesses the ability to potentially improve heart health and reduce the risk of dementia and alzheimer's diseases, sometimes we have to pay the price – in stains.
When a glass full of red wine tilts, drips, and splashes all over your carpet, it leaves red wine stains that are notorious for their stubbornness due to the pigments in the wine.
Luckily, with quick action, the right cleaning process, and a reliable stain remover like Vanish, red wine stains can be easily dealt with.
Learn how to remove red wine stains from carpets, instead of letting panic ruin the festivities.
Red Wine Stains Removal from Carpet
Imediately attend to the red wine stain on your carpet as soon as you see it. Start by removing as much as excess liquid as possible, allowing you to more effectively treating the stain.
Using a clean and fresh microfiber cloth or paper towel, blot the stains as much as possible (multiple times), without aggressively rubbing it to prevent the stain from spreading further deeper int othe carpet fibers or fabric.
After blotting up the excess red wine from the carpet, follow these steps to remove the remaining stains.
INSTRUCTIONS
Pre-Treat Spray (Carpet)
Spray Vanish Oxi Action Carpet & Upholstery Pre-Treat Spray directly onto the stained area and rub gently.
Leave the spray on between 1-5 minutes before washing.
Heavy stains may require a second application.
Stain Removal Shampoo (Carpet)
Mix 1 part Vanish 3 in 1 Carpet & Upholstery Shampoo with 9 parts water (max temperature 40˚).
Whisk the solution into a foam.
Apply the foam on the stained area using a brush or sponge.
Sponge the stain with the stain remover foam solution.
Blot the stain every 5 minutes with a clean area of the cloth (or a new cloth) and some more cleaning solution.
Use a clean cloth to blot the area dry, and allow it to dry completely for one day.
Fortunately, stain-removing products like those in the Vanish range can help remove tough carpet stains, whether fresh or dried. Read our product guide for carpets to make your carpet as good as new.
FAQs
Do I treat red wine stains with hot or cold water?
Always treat red wine stains with cold water, as hot water can cause the stain to set deeper into the carpet.
How do I prevent the stain from spreading while cleaning?
To prevent the stains from spreading while cleaning:
Always blot from the outer edges toward the center of the stain.
Ensure you blot the affected area with a fresh section of clean, white cloth or paper towel each time.
Can I use bleach to remove red wine stains from the carpet?
No, you shouldn’t use bleach to remove stains from the carpet because it is going to (rather unevenly) remove the pigment from the carpet fibers.