How to Clean Aquarium Carbon Powder Out of Carpet

Detergent Method

• 1

  Mix 2 tablespoons of liquid dish-washing detergent with 2 cups of warm water in a bowl or mixing vessel with enough space for suds and that is convenient for dipping cloth. Alternately, follow the directions on a bottle of carpet shampoo for stain removal by hand.

• 2

  Saturate a clean, dry white cloth with the solution and wipe the stain as if you were using a sponge. Blot the treated area dry with another cloth until it absorbs the liquid.

• 3

  Repeat Step 2 as many times as necessary, usually about three or four times, until the stain disappears.

• 4

  Wet another clean cloth or a sponge with clean, cold water and wipe the area to remove detergent residue. Blot the area dry with a clean, dry cloth. Vacuum if necessary when the area is fully dry to restore the nap of your carpet.

Solvent Method

• 5

  Ventilate the area well. Run an electric fan pointing away from you and toward a door or other opening in the room if you cannot open your windows.

• 6

  Sprinkle the stained area with baking soda, cornstarch or a carpet absorbent and freshener. Allow the powder to stand for at least an hour and then vacuum the affected area.

• 7

  Repeat Step 2 as many times as necessary, usually two or three times, until the stain is no longer visible.

• 8

  Wet another clean cloth or a sponge with clean, cold water and wipe the area to remove solvent residue. Blot the area dry with a clean, dry cloth. Vacuum if necessary when the area is fully dry to restore the nap of your carpet.