How to clean up vomit in a car
Cleaning the interior of a car can be a real challenge when the clutter is extensive. Spilling things like paint, milk or gasoline means difficult cleaning and probably a lingering odor. Obviously, this is not desirable, but part of the point of having a car is to carry the necessary things, no matter how unpleasant they are. Cars are also useful for transporting people.
People themselves can be a source of some pretty serious (and really dangerous) trouble. Among these, vomiting stands out as the least predictable, with the largest volume of material usually involved. Whether it is vomit from pets, friends or children, it is difficult to completely remove it from the inside of a car. There is often an odor that can linger for a very long time. But if the vomit is cleaned quickly and properly, the mess can be completely removed and no residual odors or stains will remain.
Part 1 of 2: Removing Vomit from the Inside
Necessary materials
- Universal Cleaner
- Baking soda
- face mask
- Microfiber towel
- Paper towels
- Plastic Spatula / Spatula
- Rubber gloves
- Brush
Step 1: Prepare to enter the vehicle and fix the problem. Safety and efficacy are key factors.
Some people vomit sympathetically, so if you have this problem, there are ways around it. Here are a few steps you can take before cleaning your interior:
It is recommended to wear gloves and a face mask. There are several ways to get sick from contact with vomit, so the easiest way to avoid infection is to protect yourself with rubber gloves and a disposable face mask.
If you are vomiting while being exposed to someone else's vomit, you will need to take extra care when preparing to cleanse. Sunglasses will help blur out the details of the clutter during the initial cleanup, while still allowing you to see where it is. Rubbing a mint extract or menthol cream like Vicks VapoRub into the inside of the mask will kill the odors from your surroundings.
Attention: Carry plenty of plastic bags with you and keep at least one door open while cleaning so that if things get worse, you can dump trash and supplies into the bag and continue without re-cleaning.
Step 2 Remove any hard material that can be picked up with tools.. Be sure to keep at least one door open while cleaning.
In fine weather, all doors can be opened for ventilation.
To begin cleaning, first remove all solid debris. Here's how it's done:
Take a spatula or spatula and pick up any solid matter. Collect it in a plastic bag.
Press the edge of the spatula into the carpet or fabric as you scoop up the material, this will remove more of the wet material from the surface.
Functions: Use only plastic tools to collect material - metal can damage fabric and scratch leather or vinyl.
Step 3: Remove as much moisture as possible from the vehicle interior.. This moisture contains a lot of rancid odor and can eventually cause mold or mildew.
Start by pressing the paper towels against the fabric to absorb most of the moisture.
Step 4: Apply baking soda to the stain.. It can be applied to any affected area and should be applied in a thick layer so that there is enough dry powder to absorb any remaining moisture.
Leave the baking soda on for a while, from a couple of hours to overnight. The longer the better.
If the powder forms wet spots while it sits, sprinkle them with baking soda.
Use a spatula or spatula to scoop up most of the powder. Collect the remaining powder with a vacuum cleaner, use a wet/dry vacuum cleaner if the powder is still damp.
Step 5: Thoroughly clean the entire interior of the car. Now that the hazardous substances have been removed, the entire interior can be thoroughly cleaned to ensure that no material or odor remains from the vomit.
At this point, everything in the interior should be dry and the only remaining mess should be the remaining stains or residue. To take care of this, here are a few things you can do:
Apply an all-purpose cleaner to any vinyl, plastic, and any other hard materials. Lightly dry them with paper towels first, then walk around and dry everything thoroughly with a microfiber towel.
Make a simple mixture of baking soda and water by taking half a cup of baking soda and slowly adding water until the consistency resembles dough. Use a scouring brush to apply this mixture to any soft surfaces and rub until there are no stains or marks on the fabric.
Open the windows (indoors or on a clear day) and let the interior air out. The longer the machine can be ventilated, the better.
Part 2 of 2: Deodorizing
If the vomit has been removed and the affected surfaces are thoroughly cleaned, an odor that remains for some time due to the composition of the vomit. In the end, airing out the cabin will eliminate the smell, but using some simple tricks can speed up the process.
Necessary materials
- Activated carbon
- Air fresheners
- Baking soda
- Coffee grounds
- Vinegar
Step 1: Use odor-absorbing materials to eliminate the smell of vomit.. Place small bowls of baking soda or activated charcoal in your car while it's parked.
Place two to four bowls of about half a cup of baking soda in the machine.
Keep doing this every time the car is parked for an extended period of time until the smell disappears.
If the smell persists after using the baking soda a couple of times, do the same with the activated charcoal. The only difference is the required amount; use enough activated charcoal to cover the bottom of the bowl.
Step 2: Create a nice new fragrance for your car interior.. Now that it smells like nothing, make it smell the way you want it to.
The easiest way to do this is with a standard car air freshener. Most garages have plenty to choose from.
If you don't like air fresheners, grab bowls of some coffee grounds or vinegar and leave them in your car when it's parked. These odors will eventually fade into the background and mask the smell of vomit if it still remains.
By now, that awful mess in your car should be just a distant memory, and there shouldn't be any bad smell left. If you've followed all the steps and are still having trouble removing stains or odors completely, you may want to have a professional auto repair shop evaluate your vehicle's interior.
