Removing Goo Gone Residue from Carpeting
Goo Gone is meant to tackle messes like gum or half-eaten candy, but when it leaves an oily film on your carpet—whether from normal use or an accidental spill—you’ll need some effort to get it out completely.
By Charlie Watson4 steps
Goo Gone works well for removing gum and lipstick from your carpeting, but can leave a residue.
If you've just used Goo Gone to lift something off your carpet, or you've accidentally tipped it over, the slick residue it leaves behind can be a nuisance. It's formulated to handle sticky situations like gum or partially chewed candy, not to create new ones. Either way, eliminating every trace of Goo Gone from your carpet will require a bit of scrubbing and patience.
Step 1
Take a paper towel and press it onto the area soaked with Goo Gone to absorb as much of the liquid as you can. If needed, grab additional paper towels. Keep going until no more moisture is drawn up.
Step 2
In a bowl, mix a small amount of dish soap—about the size of a dime—with warm water. Submerge the rag, then squeeze out the excess. Use the soapy water to scrub the spot until the Goo Gone residue is gone.
Step 3
Rinse the area by pouring a cup of water over it to remove the soap. If suds are still visible, repeat this step.
Step 4
Use two or three more paper towels to blot the carpet until it's only slightly damp. Let the carpet air dry for four to five hours.
