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It can be frustrating to remove burn marks from a carpet, whether they were caused by a match, a hot iron or even a hair dryer.For large burns, or those in the most obvious places, it may be advisable to contact a professional cleaning service.For smaller areas or less obvious points it is possible to take some essential measures to arrange the carpet.By cutting away the burnt ends and gluing on new fibers or an entire corner of the carpet, you can make it look like new again.
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Loosen the fibers with a pair of tweezers. The goal is for the fibers to be as straight as possible, so that it is easier to remove the burned ones.Use tweezers to brush them against the grain, pinching them a little to soften them.[1]
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Cut away the burnt layer with a pair of scissors. Try to cut only the brown or black part, not the intact part underneath.Go slowly and be patient, as it may be difficult at first.Continue to lift the fibers upward as you cut them, to ensure you don't leave behind any burnt sections beneath the surface layer.[2]
- You can use a pair of normal scissors or smaller, sharp ones with a curved tip, like those often used to cut hangnails.
- Set the burnt bits aside and collect them later with the vacuum cleaner or with your hands.
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Spray carpet stain remover on the rest of the stain. Follow the instructions on the bottle and rub the carpet with a clean rag, letting it absorb the solution for the time indicated on the package.[3]
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Remove some fibers from another area of the carpet if the stain is still visible. Use a sharp pair of scissors or a razor to cut away some fibers from a hidden corner of the carpet, such as the part located inside a closet or along the wall.Try to cut the fibers the same length as the burnt ones you just removed.[4]
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Glue the new fibers over the burn. Use a toothpick or small flat screwdriver to apply a light coat of clear, waterproof fabric glue to the new fibers.Glue them to the burned part and let them dry for at least 24 hours, then shorten them to bring them level with the surrounding ones, if necessary.[5]
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Cover the burn with a little fabric dye, in case you don't want to cut other parts of the carpet. Look for a waterproof paint in a color as similar to your carpet as possible.Use a thin brush to apply it to the damaged fibers, then let it dry for at least 24 hours, or for the time indicated on the product label.[6]Advertising
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Trim away the burnt portion with a sharp razor. Apply a cut to the carpet adhesive base and remove it.Try to cut out a square or rectangular area, so you can replicate it easily.[7]
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Remove a portion of carpet from a hidden area. Using the burned area you just removed as a template, cut a sample from a less exposed area of the carpet, such as the one at the bottom of the closet.If the carpet has a particular pattern, make sure the removed portion exactly matches the burned section.[8]
- You can also remove a section from some loose carpet samples that you may have left over when you put the carpet in place.
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Apply glue to the backing of the carpet and to the patch you just cut out. Cut a sample of backing that is the same size as the patch and sprinkle strong glue on the back of both and around the edge of the area where the burn was located.Let the glue sit until it is slightly tacky.[9]
- You can get carpet backing online and at most home improvement stores.
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Fix both the carpet backing and the patch. Insert the first one where the burn was present:You should be able to lift the surrounding area of the carpet to secure it better.Finally, you placed the patch on top, pressing it gently.
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Remove any loose fibers and brush the patch to match the rest of the carpet. Use a pair of small, sharp scissors to cut any loose fibers.Using a small, fine-toothed comb, gently brush the fibers of the patch to make it uniform with the surrounding part.
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Place a heavy object on the affected area and let it dry for 24 hours. Use a bulky book or heavy pot to press the patch and let it dry for the next few hours and overnight.[10]Advertising
Things you will need
Cut away burnt parts and hide burns
- Tweezers
- Scissors
- Carpet stain remover
- Glue
- Fabric dye
Remove Burnt Fibers and Patch the Affected Area
- Sharp razor
- Strong hold glue
- Backing for carpets
- Heavy book or pot
Advice
- If the burn is larger than the width of two hands or in a very noticeable place, it is best to contact a professional cleaning service.Look for one online or in the phone book.
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