How to Clean Blood Out of Carpet?

This guide explains how you can remove fresh and dried blood stains from the carpet.

Remove Fresh Blood Stains from the Carpet

This method works best to remove fresh blood stains from carpets. 

• Spray the cold water over the blood-stained area on your carpet.
• Dab the cold water using a cotton towel. 
• Blot the targeted area instead of rubbing as it can spread the stains.
• Repeat this method until the blood stain is removed. 
• Dry your carpet with a vacuum at the end. 

Remove Dried Blood Stains from the Carpet

It takes extra time and effort to remove dried blood stains from carpets. However, you have the option to try 5 different methods to remove dried blood stains.

1. Salt Paste

• Make a thin paste of salt and cold water.
• Apply the salt paste on dried blood stains and leave it for 3-5 minutes. 
• After 5 minutes, start blotting the stain with a dry towel or a rag until the stain disappears.
• Repeat if needed. 

2. Dish Soap

• Take a bowl and add a tablespoon of dish soap with 2 cups of cold water. 
• Apply this dish soap solution to the blood stain.
• Now blot this stain with a dry and clean cloth or a towel. You have to repeat the process until the blood spot disappears.
• Take a sponge dipped in cold water and cleaned the blood stain area with the sponge. 
• Use a dry clean rag to blot it dry. You can also vacuum your carpet with a wet vac. 

3. Ammonia

Always use ammonia in a 1:4 ratio with water. Ammonia can damage wool and silky carpets; test on a hidden spot before using.

• Take one tablespoon of ammonia and half a cup of water. Mix it well.
• Damp a sponge with the solution and blot the dried stain until it disappears.
• Use another sponge to apply clean cold water to the stained area. 
• Blot it to remove the stain completely. Use a dry towel or cloth to dry the targeted area and vacuum it up. 

4. Hydrogen Peroxide

Test hydrogen peroxide on a hidden spot on your carpet, and never use it on colored carpets.

• Take a cotton swab and dip it into the hydrogen peroxide. Apply this swab onto the dried blood stains to disappear them. 
• Soak the stain with the cotton swab for about an hour. 
• After an hour, rinse the area using a clean wet cloth. 
• Allow the carpet to air dry or vacuum it up afterward. 

5. Baking Soda and White Vinegar

• Take a bowl and add two cups of warm water, two cups of white vinegar, and 4 tablespoons of baking soda. Mix all these ingredients well and add the solution into a spray bottle.
• Spray the solution on the dried blood stains and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. 

• Use a clean and damp cotton cloth to blot the carpet. 
• Allow the treated area to dry before using the carpet.

Also Read: How to Get Dried Slime Out of Carpet?

Precautions for Removing Blood Stains

Each carpet is different and must be cleaned carefully. The goal here is to avoid carpet damage and stain removal. 

• Nylon: It can fade/discolor. Always test the cleaner on a hidden surface and never scrub nylon carpet. 
• Polyester: It is stain-resistant, and you can clean it via blotting.
• Wool: Never scrub a woolen carpet; always blot. Avoid using harsh chemicals on woolen carpets.   
• Olefin: It is stain resistant but gets damaged if scrubbed. Always blot clean olefin carpets.  
• Acrylic: These carpets show stains quickly; clean the carpet as soon as possible. 

Why can’t I use warm water to clean blood stains?

Blood is a protein. Warm water can cause blood clots and make the stain difficult to remove.

Does shaving cream remove blood from the carpet?

Yes. Spray a generous amount of shaving cream on blood stains, and then after a while, blot it with cold water. 

Will Rug Doctor remove blood stain?

Yes. Rug Doctor’s “Urine Eliminator” and “Rug Doctor Spot and Pre-Treat Dual Action Cleaner” effectively remove blood stains on carpets.  

Will Oxiclean remove blood stains from the carpet?

“Oxiclean Versatile Stain Remover” cleans blood stains from rugs and carpets. It can remove both fresh and dried blood stains from carpets.

Does steam cleaning remove blood stains from the carpet?

Steam cleaners are not recommended for blood cleaning from carpets. Hot water will set the stain on the carpet, making it difficult to remove.