Don't let the fun of a craft project come to an end just because you spill white glue on your carpet. What seems like a sticky situation can be resolved with a little know-how. I've compiled a list of different methods for removing glue from carpet below. Time is of the essence! The quicker you can remove the glue, the easier cleaning will be.

Note: When removing a stain you should generally blot rather than rub, as rubbing could embed the stain further into the carpet fibers. Additionally, when using a cleaning solution you should always test it on a small hidden spot first to ensure it won't damage your carpet.

Before choosing one of the methods below, gently scrape or wipe away excess glue. This will make cleaning a little less problematic. After that's done, you're ready to tackle the task of removing the remaining glue stain.

Fresh Glue

1) Mix 1 teaspoon of dish soap with a cup of warm (not hot) water and apply to the glue. Blot or (if needed) very gently rub the glue out of the carpet. Try not to use much pressure so you won't push the glue further into the carpet fibers.

2) Make an ammonia solution containing 1 tablespoon of ammonia in ½ a cup of water and apply to the stain. Blot, rinse and repeat as needed.

3) Gently scrub the glue away with a clean white cloth dipped in white vinegar. Then soak the area with warm water and repeat as needed.

Dried Glue

Sadly, dried glue can be nearly impossible to remove from carpet. You can try the above methods, but if they prove futile you might very carefully trim the carpet fibers to remove the glue. If the spot is small enough, you might also try the method discussed in our Cigarette Burn Repair blog!

If you have another method for removing white glue from carpet you can post it in a comment at the end of this blog!