Carbon Black on Carpet (DIY)
Carbon Black / Toner / Soot Removal from Carpet
- It is EXTREMELY important that you NOT get this type of material wet initially!
- Vacuum thoroughly until you see no more then vacuum some more! Be sure to clean off the vacuum cleaner brush when done!
- Blot with odorless mineral spirits or alcohol on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you may destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together.
- Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water.
- Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
- If unsuccessful:
- Call the Bane-Clene locator service at 1-800-428-9512 (U.S. ONLY!) for a professional in your zip code area.
- Or use our Find a Cleaner function to locate a cleaner in your area.

