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Brad26
11-24-03, 02:59 PM
My 18-month old son recently decided to play in the fireplace. Although we have gas logs, he found some ash and pulled it onto the tan carpet. When I tried to wipe it off, it smeared and left a long black streak. Vacuuming and washing with soap & water had no effect.

Does anybody have any cleaning ideas for this?

TIA,
Brad in KY

twelvepole
11-24-03, 09:30 PM
Ater vacuuming to remove excess ash and residue, you will need to collect white rags and solvent cleaner such a dry cleaning fluid or denatured alcohol. Work from outside stain from middle to prevent spreading. Blot, do not rub fibers. Change rags as needed. If in doubt call a professional.