COMMON STAINS AND CLEANING TREATMENTS
TREATMENT METHODS
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Remove excess material; if the stain is liquid blot excess liquids with a dry cloth or paper towel, if the material is a
solid remove it by scraping it with a dull edge (butter knife).
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Clean the remaining stain as directed by the chart below. Always follow the directions on the container. Apply the
cleaning material directly to the stain (avoid over wetting the carpet or upholstery). Remove the loosened stain
material with a white absorbent cloth, tissue, or paper towel.
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When the carpet is dry, gently brush the carpet pile to restore its appearance.
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Treat unknown stains with a volatile solvent first and follow with other agents as required. If you are uncertain of the
effect of the cleaning agent on the carpet fiber or dye, test on an inconspicuous area first.
STAIN TYPE
TREATMENT MATERIAL
Asphalt
Volatile solvent / detergent
Beer
Liquid detergent, White vinegar
Berry Stain
Liquid detergent, Ammonia 3 - 6%, Water
Bleach
Liquid detergent, Water
Blood (dried)
Warm detergent, Ammonia 3 - 6%, Water
Blood (wet)
Liquid detergent, Water
Butter Volatile
solvent
Catsup or Mustard
Liquid detergent
Chewing Gum
Volatile solvent
Chocolate
Liquid detergent, Ammonia 3-6%, Water
Coffee
Detergent, White vinegar, Volatile solvent
Cola Drink
Liquid detergent
Crème de Menthe (green)
Liquid detergent
Egg (raw)
Liquid detergent
Food Dye
Liquid detergent, Water
Furniture Dye Polish
Paint/Oil/Grease remover, Detergent
Gravy Liquid
detergent
Lipstick
Paint / Oil / Grease remover,
Mascara
Paint remover, Volatile solvent, Detergent, Water
Milk Liquid
detergent
Orange Drink
Liquid detergent, Water
Shoe Polish
Heated iron into clean towel, Volatile solvent
Tea Liquid
detergent
Tomato Juice
Liquid detergent
Urine
Liquid detergent, Water
Vomit
Warm detergent, Water, White vinegar
Wine
Liquid detergent, Ammonia 3 - 6%, Water, Vinegar
