Don’t let a spilled cup of coffee ruin your morning.

These simple carpet care tips will help you treat the stain quickly and efficiently.

Plus, it can be done using products you probably already have in the home.

mug with coffee spilled on beige carpet

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In the BHG Testing Lab,we’ve tried over 100 carpet cleanerson various stains and spills.

We found that OxiClean Carpet Stain Remover performed the best at removing stains from carpet.

We also recommend Wine Away for removing tannin stains, including red wine, tea, and coffee stains.

Allow the stain remover to sit for 20 minutes to break down the tannins.

Rinse the cloth as needed and repeat the firm but gentle blotting until the stain is gone.

Gentle blot at the area where the stain was to remove residue from the stain remover.

Then, allow the carpet to air dry before walking on it and/or putting furniture back.

Extract as much water and cleaning solution as possible, working patiently and thoroughly.

Allow the carpet to air dry before walking on it and/or putting furniture back.