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How To Remove Gum From Carpets

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Here's an easy way to remove stubborn gum from your carpet.
Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: 10 minutes

Here's How:

  1. Place an ice cube in a baggie.
  2. Put ice on gum in carpet.
  3. Wait until gum completely freezes.
  4. Scrape gum from carpet using a dull knife, such as a butter knife.

Tips:

  1. This tip also works with gum in hair and gum on clothing.

What You Need:

  • Ice
  • Baggie
  • Dull Knife
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