“For upholstery, you want to remove any solid matter first, and then blot up what you can with a paper towel or an old towel to remove as much liquid as possible. Step two is to flush the area with water, then repeat—this is to rinse away any bile or stomach acid. Sprinkle baking soda over the area to manage odours, then vacuum it up using a car vacuum (think: gas station). If the odour persists, I’d recommend having your car professionally detailed. And for leather, it’s best to have the car professionally cleaned so you don’t damage the interior.”—Melissa Maker, the author of Clean My Space
This article was originally published in the Winter 2020 issue of Cottage Life.
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