The infamous coffee spill on the carpet is felt nationwide whether it is at home or at a place of business. Here we will give you a step by step process to remove this spot. 1. Blot up as much of the spilled coffee as possible. 2. Use plain water or mix one tablespoon of liquid hand dish washing detergent and one tablespoon of white vinegar with two cups of warm water. 3. Using a clean white cloth, sponge the stain with plain water or the detergent/vinegar solution. Apply a little at a time, blotting frequently with a dry cloth until the stain disappears. 4. If using a detergent/vinegar solution, sponge with cold water and blot dry to remove the solution.