How to Lighten the Color of Carpeting

How to Lighten the Color of Carpeting
Written By
Sidney Johns
Sidney Johns
Published: Sep 27, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

When this happens, instead of purchasing new carpet, save the money and lighten the color yourself.

Things You Will Need

  • White distilled vinegar
  • Spray bottle
  • Scrub brush
  • Carpet cleaner
  1. Mix 1 cup white distilled vinegar with 1 gallon warm water and stir well.

  2. Fill a spray bottle with the mixture and spray the carpet evenly. Work left to right back and forth across the room to ensure all the area is covered.

  3. Allow the mixture to sit for 20 to 30 minutes or until the carpet appears lighter in color.

  4. Rinse the carpet with a machine designed to shampoo the carpet. Follow the directions on the machine carefully to remove the vinegar from the carpet.

The Drip Cap

  • It's possible to lighten carpet at home without using harsh chemicals or hiring a professional.
  • When purchasing carpet, it is sometimes hard to determine how it will look when it's installed in your home.
  • Mix 1 cup white distilled vinegar with 1 gallon warm water and stir well.

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Sidney Johns

Sidney Johns began her writing career in 1993 after moving to Florida. The former teacher and surgical technician worked in the home improvement industry prior to earning a Bachelor of Science in education from Indiana University. While on…

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