Removing Red Potter's Clay

• When removing red potter's clay, vacuum the stained site to remove any loose pieces of clay. The remaining embedded pieces will need to be removed with a cleanser mixture.
  
  

Cleanser Recipe for Red Clay Removal

• To make the cleanser, mix 1 tsp. of neutral detergent and 1 tsp. of white vinegar with 1000 ml of warm water. Rub the mixture into the carpet, allow it to dry completely and vacuum again.
  
  

Removing Play Dough

• When removing play dough clay (hard and soft) from carpet, first loosen the clay using a plastic fork. Next, wet a paper towel or white washcloth with rubbing alcohol and dab at the remaining clay. This will loosen the clay and help remove any color from the stain.
  
  

Cleanser for Play Dough

• When the alcohol solution seems to stop working, use an alternate mixture to remove the remaining clay. Combine a mixture of 1 tbs. clear dish soap and 1 cup of water. Put the mixture into a spray bottle. Spray the stained area and alternate blotting the spot with a towel. Try to remove leftover pieces with your fingers.
  
  

Rinsing the Cleanser From the Carpet

• Rinse with clear water while alternately blotting with a clean, dry towel to remove any cleansers. If any additional removal steps are necessary, allow the carpet to dry completely before moving on to another method.
  
  

Stubborn Clay Stains

• A final step for removing play dough clay is to spray hydrogen peroxide on the spot and let it sit for one to two hours. Blot with a clean towel, and allow the area to dry again. Repeat this method until the entire stain is removed.