The Most Effective Way for Removing Silly Putty from Your Carpet

Your mouth drops and your heart races when you find that your kids have effectively trampled Silly Putty into the carpet or into their brand new pair of pants. You may think to yourself, "How in the world am I going to remove this Silly Putty?" Have no fear! You have chosen to read this article and you are on the road to successfully removing the silly putty from your brand new carpet!

This simple trick will solve your woes, remove the silly putty from your carpet and create peace once again in your household. Silly putty is a type of fun toy that can be purchased at many retail outlets and department stores. This putty is similar to a putty, clay or play-doh. Silly Putty usually comes in an egg like container that is red in color although in the 1990's it sold in a variety of bright colors. Silly putty is fun to play with but it can become less fun for a child when a mother discovers her child has accidentally pressed silly putty into carpet, clothes or a sofa. When this happens both the child and the mother's heart sink. The child thinks to himself, will my mother ever be happy with me again and the mother is thinking, "How am I ever going to get this Silly Putty out of here?"

Have no fear, this article is here! In order to quickly and effectively remove silly putty, go to the grocery store and purchase some citrus solvent. Common citrus solvents are Goo-gone, and Goof-off (W-D 40 is another agent that can supposedly work). Test the product on an area of the carpet or clothing that is not noticeable. After making sure the product does not damage the carpet or clothing, apply the Goo Gone to the item and rub it out. You will find that the silly putty quickly dissolves and the article of clothing, carpet or sofa is quickly saved.

I have used this terrific tip while babysitting and it works fabulously. Although, I don't recommend your kids to trample Silly Putty into the carpet, this tip will effectively remove it.

Remember, this author will not be held responsible for any damages after using this technique. This article is written solely based on personal experience and research and the results can not be guaranteed. It is always important to check several resources and get advice from the place where you purchased your carpet or sofa. Often the store you purchased these items at can prove to be a great resource.

Sources:

How to Remove Silly Putty From Carpet, http://www.essortment.com/home/removesillyput_sktz.htm

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Personal Experience