How to Deal with Cooking Oil Spilled in the Car Trunk?

[LaBella]

First, soak the area with clean water and use paper towels to absorb some of the oil stains in the trunk. Next, use a cloth soaked in a diluted solution of laundry detergent or dish soap to wipe the oil stains. Finally, for areas with heavy oil stains, you can use a small brush to gently scrub them clean.

[Leila]

That day when I came back from the supermarket, the oil bottle somehow broke and spilled all over the trunk. My first reaction was to quickly soak up the oil with old towels or paper towels—acting fast is crucial to prevent the oil from seeping into the mats and liners. Next, I mixed a bit of dish soap with water and gently scrubbed the oily area with a brush, being careful not to scrub too hard to avoid damaging the material. After washing, I rinsed it with clean water and let it dry, opening the trunk for ventilation to remove odors if necessary. Oil stains can easily attract dust and bacteria, and over time, they may cause fabric deterioration or unpleasant odors, affecting passenger health. Later, I made it a habit to place a plastic tray in the trunk to prevent leaks, and similar incidents never happened again. This experience taught me that cleaning should be done promptly, and household items can handle minor accidents.