How to Remove Blood Stains

Step 1: Start by rinsing the stain with a little cold water by applying it to a white cloth. Blot the stain to lift the blood out of the carpet.

NorCal Pro Tip: Do no use hot water. Hot water sets the blood stains.

Step 2: If the stain left is slight, make a dawn-water solution by pouring a cup of cold water and 1/4 teaspoon in a spray bottle or container. Stir or gently shake to ensure a thorough mixture. Spray the solution onto a clean white cloth to dampen. Blot the stain to lift the stain onto the cloth

NorCal Pro Tip: Blot the stain in one direction starting from the edge of the stain working your way to the center. This will prevent spreading the stain onto other carpet fibers.

Step 3: If the dawn-water solution does not remove the stain, dampen a clean white cloth with some hydrogen peroxide. Blot the stain to work the peroxide into the stain. Use a different clean white cloth to lift the stain out of the carpet. Continue to blot until the stain has been removed.

Step 4: Rinse the area by spraying cold water onto the damp area. Blot with plain white paper towels to remove any excess moisture.

Step 5: Once the excess moisture is removed place a layer of paper towels on the area and place a small heavy object on top of the towels. Leave his will draw any remaining moisture in the carpet.

Step 6: Remove the object and paper towels and vacuum the area to restore the carpet’s resiliency