Does ginger ale stain carpet - Sanitisation Singapore

As its name implies, ginger ale is a well-known drink that has natural extracts and flavors of pure ginger along with some other carbonated properties. It is popular among a large community while some people consume it regularly as well. There may come a time when you get a spill on the carpet while you are organizing a party or having ginger ale by yourself.

The first thing that will come into your mind is, does ginger ale stain carpet? Well, it is true that ginger ale stains carpet but there is a solid method as well that can remove such stains. While following the recommended method, make sure you never ignore the “soap-free” factor in the first step and the “heat” factor in the last one.

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What are the ingredients in ginger ale

Ginger ale is one of the biggest names when it comes to carbonated drinks and because of its name, one can easily assume that it is manufactured using ginger in its composition.

Well, this assumption is true to a great extent as the basic flavor of the drink is derived directly from the rhizome also known as the underground stem of the ginger plant.

As it is a carbonated drink and needs to match the characteristics and look of other well-known drinks on the market, various other ingredients are also included:

Natural flavors
High fructose corn syrup
Carbonated water
Sodium benzoate
Citric acid/Tartaric acid
Citrus oils
Caramel color
Natural and artificial colors
Preservatives

Apart from this, some minor ingredients that play an important role in the outcomes of the ginger ale drink include the following:

Ingredients	Amount Per Serving (Serving Size: 12fl. oz.)
Protein	0 gm
Calories	140
Sodium	50 gm
Fat	0 gm
Carbohydrates	36 gm
Sugar	35 gm

Does ginger ale leave stains

There is no second opinion that almost all kinds of carbonated drinks leave a stain when spilled on surfaces like clothes, carpets, couches, etc. It can also stain some solid surfaces like concrete, granite, appliances, furniture, etc.

The situation is the same with ginger ale as it also leaves a yellowish or golden stain on the surfaces when spilled and not treated immediately.

There may be some variation in the toughness of the stain depending on different fabrics and colors but one thing is certain, the ginger ale will leave a stain and it can become a mess if not removed or treated immediately or properly.

Does ginger ale come out of the carpet

Ginger ale does come out of the carpet because it is a carbonated drink just like many others and all you need is to use a product that can neutralize the stain and make it easy for the residues to come out.

If you have just spilled ginger ale on the carpet, washing the area with water will be a big step as it can remove liquid before it causes the stains but this process may not bring any good results with white or light-colored carpets.

If the ginger ale liquid was left unattended for a long time, it will require to be treated with some effective stain removing products along with a proper procedure. Rest assured that you can remove ginger ale stains from the carpet, no matter how old or tough it is.

What can remove ginger ale stains from the carpet

Many commercial products in the market can help you remove ginger ale stains from the carpet but people usually prefer home remedies as they are easy to reach, inexpensive, and quite safe as well.

White vinegar is probably the biggest and most effective stain-removing agent in all categories but you need to test it on a small hidden part of the carpet to see if it is safe to be used on the fabric or causes issues.

Lukewarm or warm water
Soap-free detergent
Liquid hand dishwashing detergent
Liquid laundry detergent
Non-bleach detergent
Lemon juice
Baking soda
Corn starch
Club soda
Hydrogen peroxide
Rubbing alcohol (Isopropyl alcohol)

How do you get ginger ale stains out of the carpet

The very first step is to get rid of as much liquid as you can from the carpet. You can do this by blotting the liquid using paper towels, clean clothes, or tissues.

Simply press the paper towels onto the stain and then do the same with fresh towels. Doing so a few times will remove most of the liquid making it easy for you to remove the stain.

Firstly, pour a little amount of laundry or soap-free dishwashing detergent on the stained area.
Rub the area gently and then let the detergent stay there for a few minutes, probably 10 to 15 will be enough.
Pour water and blot detergent from the carpet.
Make a solution of ⅓ white vinegar along with ⅔ water and pour it directly onto the stain.
Rub the area or let the solution work by itself for about 5 to 10 minutes.
Remove the solution as you did with the detergent and repeat the previous 2 steps if the stain is still there.
Once the stain has been removed completely, wash the carpet as you normally do.
Let the carpet air dry and don’t expose any heat.

Does ginger ale remove stains

Ginger ale has various ingredients that can individually remove the stains from various kinds of surfaces. Some major ingredients include citric acid which is also the reason why lemon juice is considered good in terms of removing stains.

Although ginger ale can remove stains, experts recommended not to use it on carpets or clothes as it may bring more negatives than positives. If you are trying to remove stains from solid surfaces then trying ginger ale is a good idea.

No matter what surface you are applying ginger ale on, it is always a good practice to test it on a small hidden area before applying it to the actual stain.

Ginger ale stain FAQs

Is ginger ale alcoholic?

Ginger ale has quite a great taste and this is the reason that people sometimes associate it with alcoholic drinks especially because of its carbonated properties. The truth is that there is not a single ingredient in the drink that is alcohol or even related to alcohol. Ginger ale is 100% free of alcohol but if you go for the company’s other product which is known as ginger beer, it includes about 0.5% alcohol in proportion to its whole volume.

Does ginger ale stain teeth?

Ginger ale or related carbonated drinks can cause serious damage to the teeth enamel and consuming it regularly or too often is not recommended. Consuming too often can start the staining process which will eventually lead to tooth decay. Some experts claim that brushing your teeth twice a day will reduce the chances of such issues to almost zero.

Does ginger ale stain leather?

Leather often feels like nothing can damage or cause stain to its outer layer but it can also be affected by various stain causing products and ginger ale is not an exception. The good thing is that simply blotting the liquid and washing the area with liquid dishwashing or laundry detergent along with water will remove such stains in almost no time.

Do ginger ale satin couches?

Upholstery is probably the biggest type of garment used in the covering or manufacturing of the couches’ outer layer. Such fabrics are prone to getting stains and ginger ale can cause almost the same kind of stain as it causes the carpets.