There are correct and incorrect procedures to cleanup accidental spills on your carpeting. What you should not do, is just as important as what you should do. Today’s newer generation carpeting resists spots and stains much better than those manufactured even a couple of years ago, however, they are still susceptible to spots and should be treated quickly to avoid a permanent stain.
STEP 1: Blot up as much of the spill as you can. Make sure you blot-don’t scrub. Scrubbing will only work the spill deeper into the fiber, and may leave a wear mark. Use a white paper or white cotton towel to blot. Fold the towel and press it into the spill. Rotate the towel often so a clean surface is always against the carpet . Continue to blot until no more of the spill transfers to the towel. Remove any solid material with a rounded spoon or the edge of a dull knife.

Step 2: Cover the blotted area with a fresh white towel. Weight the towel with something that will not transfer color to the carpet or towel. Leave this in place for 15-20 minutes to remove any remaining spill. Should the carpet remain stained by  the spill go to step three.
Step 3: Spotting the remaining stains in your carpet requires care and patience.  You cannot apply most household cleaners
to the stain without further damaging the carpeting. Many common  cleaners contain dyes and chemicals that will discolor the carpeting and permanently set the stain. If you can locate the literature you received when you purchased the carpeting,  it should contain spotting procedures for you to follow.
To remove most common household spills, follow the procedures on  this page. 

Do not proceed if any carpet color changes, try an alternate cleaner, or call a professional. If the test is successful, spot the stain by alternately applying a few drops  of cleaner followed by blotting . Always blot, never scrub, and do not over wet. Work from the outer edge of the stain to the center. Continue this process until the stain is gone or no more color transfer to the white towel. The final step is to gently rinse all remaining moisture with absorbent towels.
Should a stain persist, contact Cathy or George at
Enviroclean of Illinois, Inc.  847-683-7020 for assistance.