I've got a bit of a mess on my hands. My roommate and I have been living together for almost two years and are nearing the end of moving out. While disassembling his bed, I discovered that he had been using a gallon of Valspar hardwood floor finish to prop it up for nearly a decade. Unfortunately, the can finally broke, and now there's a big dried blotch from the finish on the carpet beneath.
We took care of the can, but now we're left with this unsightly stain just two days before our move-out date. Is there any way to break down the hardwood finish without ruining the carpet? I know it's an unusual situation, but any advice would be a huge help. Thanks a lot!
3 Answers
Yeah, it seems like it's a goodbye to your deposit. Carpet usually has about a 10-year lifespan depending on your place, so if you bring that up, they might not charge you too much for the damage. Just make sure to stand your ground!
I hate to say it, but there’s really no way to get that finish out of the carpet. You’ll probably need to think about replacing it entirely. Sorry to hear about your situation!
Honestly, it sounds like your best bet might be to just cut out the stained portion and replace it with a piece from somewhere else in the house, like a closet. It’s the easiest solution to avoid a big cleanup mess!
Good thought! It's also worth checking your local laws. In some places, there’s a federal guideline stating carpets have a 5-year lifespan for rentals. So if they try hitting you with a full replacement cost, push back!