On occasion, half-eaten hard candies, suckers, and peppermints find their way to the ground, whether it’s the living room carpet or the floor of the car. Even worse, this sticky mess can be made messier if someone unknowingly steps on it and grinds it into the fibers.
Remove hard candy from the carpet or floor mat by following these steps:
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1Step 1Spritz with Water
Spritz plain water on the candy to help dissolve the bonded sugar. If you don’t have a spray bottle, you can also dab the candy with a wet cloth.
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2Step 2Scrape up excess candy
Use a spoon or butter knife to scrape up the candy. It may take a few moments for the water to dissolve the sugar enough for the candy to dislodge easily.
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3Step 3Apply Stain Remover
Apply stain remover to eliminate leftover candy residue or dye. Enzyme cleaners intended for pet stains work well here, though you can use any store-bought carpet cleaners. If you don’t have a stain remover, dab the stain with distilled white vinegar.
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4Step 4Blot
Blot the area with a clean, dry cloth to lift the stain.
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5Step 5Rinse
Once the stain has been eliminated, rinse away any remaining carpet cleaner by dabbing the area with a clean, damp cloth.
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6Step 6Blot Dry Again
Remove any excess moisture by blotting again with a dry cloth, then allow the area to dry.
