Stain removal suggestions - red Jell-O?

Barb Jones
by Barb Jones
Teenager left for Basic Training. While doing a once over and subsequently re-cleaning the room she was to have packed and move out ready for when she returns and heads off to college, I discovered (among other science experiments that were missed) 1 over-turned bowl of red Jell-O that has since stained the beige carpet. I have tried a Bissell Spot Carpet cleaning machine & carpet cleaner, but all that did was lighten it one shade of red. I also tried vinegar and that didn't work. Suggestions?
  3 answers
  • Hannah V Hannah V on Sep 16, 2014
    @CreekLineHouse . posted about a great tough stain remover for carpets, perhaps she can help?
  • Patti Patti on Sep 17, 2014
    Try baking soda or club soda or both. Add a little bit of water to baking soda to make a paste. Gently rub into the stain. Let sit for 30-60 minutes. Rinse out with rags or sponge. Club soda on its own works as well but this stain sounds like a tough one. I have removed red wine and dark food stains with this meothod - and they were not fresh stains. For more ideas go to youtube and type in red jello stains. Lots of ideas will come up.
  • Jeanette S Jeanette S on Sep 18, 2014
    If Resolve does not get it, set a piece of furniture over it! Explain all questions why there is a table in the room...."That is the new trend"! HA! (Don't you just hate it when this happens?!