How Do You Remove Burn Marks On Rugs?
If a cigarette or candle burn on your carpet has you steaming, here’s a solution that will cool you off. While there’s no way to make your carpet look brand-new, you can remove and replace the singed fibers so that you’re the only one who’ll know the marks were there. Gently rub the burned area with lightweight sandpaper or steel wool to remove the melted fibers. Brush or vacuum the burned area to remove any ashes or loose singed fiber. If the burn marks are gone, you can stop here. If you can still see the burn, you’ll need to remove and replace that area of carpeting (steps 3 through 8). Carefully cut out the damaged area with a carpet knife or a utility knife (see A), extending your cut at least 2 inches (5 cm) beyond the burn edges. Make sure you cut only the carpet backing–not your floor beneath.
If a cigarette or candle burn on your carpet has you steaming, here’s a solution that will cool you off. While there’s no way to make your carpet look brand-new, you can remove and replace the singed fibers so that you’re the only one who’ll know the marks were there. Gently rub the burned area with lightweight sandpaper or steel wool to remove the melted fibers. Brush or vacuum the burned area to remove any ashes or loose singed fiber. If the burn marks are gone, you can stop here. If you can still see the burn, you’ll need to remove and replace that area of carpeting (steps 3 through 8). Carefully cut out the damaged area with a carpet knife or a utility knife (see A), extending your cut at least 2 inches (5 cm) beyond the burn edges. Make sure you cut only the carpet backing–not your floor beneath. Place the cutout on a piece of paper. Trace with a pencil and cut out the pattern. Place your template on a carpet remnant. Or you can use carpet from an inconspicuous area, such as the
