best way to clean up vomit

First, scoop the chunky offenders with paper towels, then blot—not scrub—the rest so you don’t massage eau de spew deeper into the fibres.

Cover the area with bicarb soda to dry it out, wait 10–15 minutes, and vacuum like you mean it.

Next, dab on a mix of cold water and white vinegar (about 2:1), then follow with an enzyme cleaner if it’s organic nasties—pet owners swear by the stuff.

On car seats or carpet, repeat the blot–bicarb–enzyme cycle, then crack a window and let it fully dry to dodge lingering aromas.

If the smell returns, it’s because residue survived; re-treat and consider a steam clean, but avoid hot water at first—it can set proteins like a badly timed barbecue.