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| Caring for Your Carpets |
Stain Removal Guide
With most spills, time is of the essence. No carpet is fully stainproof. But STAINMASTER® Stain Resistant technology keeps the liquid on the fiber's surface so you can absorb it. The longer the spill sits on the fibers, the more chance it has to penetrate and leave a stain.
Basic Cleaning Steps for all Food and Beverage Spills:
- Scoop up as much of the spill as possible, with a towel or a spoon.
- Blot the spot, don't rub or scrub. Gently press clean cloths into the stained area to remove moisture. Scrubbing can damage the fiber and set the stain into the carpet.
- Apply warm, not hot, water to the stained area and blot until the stain stops transferring to the cloth.
- If you can still see the stain, make a Detergent Solution by adding 1/4 teaspoon dishwashing liquid to one cup warm water. Don't use too much soap, because it's difficult to rinse out of the carpet.
- Apply the detergent solution, let sit five minutes, then rinse with clear warm water. Repeat until all the detergent is removed.
- Place layers of white paper towels on the spill to absorb the liquid. Weight down the towels with a non-staining glass or ceramic object. You can let them sit overnight.
- When the carpet is dry, vacuum to restore the texture.
- If you can see the stain after all this, repeat steps 3 through 7. It means the stain penetrated deep into the pile and has wicked up to the surface.
Acne medicine*
Butter
Chocolate
Hand Lotion
Linseed Oil
Milk
*Note - Most of these stains are difficult to completely remove from a carpet. Many will leave residue behind, which may not be visible. Over time this residue will collect soil and the spot will reappear. So the stain may require several follow-up cleanings before it is finally removed.
- Scoop up and blot as much of the spill as possible.
- Prepare suggested cleaning solutions below, beginning with the first one listed.
- Pretest the cleaning solution on an inconspicuous spot of carpet to ensure it does not discolor or damage the carpet.
- Apply the cleaning solution to the stain area. Work from the outside of the stain toward the center.
- Allow the cleaning solution to remain on the spill for at least five minutes.
- Blot with a clean white cloth until no more stain transfers to the cloth. Do not rub the stain area or you might damage the carpet fibers.
- Rinse with cold water.
- If you can still see the stain, repeat the above process until either the stain is removed or the stain no longer transfers to the cloth.
- If the stain remains, try the next solution on the list and follow the same protocol above.
- If the stain persists after trying each of the solutions, contact a professional cleaner.
- Once the stain is removed, place layers of white paper towel on the site to absorb any moisture. Weight down the towels with a non-staining glass or ceramic object. You can let them sit overnight.
- When the carpet is dry, vacuum to restore the texture.
Dry Cleaning Fluid
- or a liquid spot remover from the grocery store or hardware store. Buy non-flammable if possible.
Detergent Solution
- Mix 1/4 teaspoon mild liquid dish soap with one cup warm water.
Ammonia Solution
- Mix 2 tablespoons clear, white non-suds ammonia and 4 cups warm water.
Vinegar Solution
- Mix 2 tablespoons white vinegar with 4 cups warm water.
Alcohol
Catsup
Cough Syrup
Feces
Fruit Juice
Methiolate (mercury-based antiseptic)
Plant Food*
Salsa
Vomit*
*Note - Most of these stains are difficult to completely remove from a carpet. Many will leave residue behind, which may not be visible. Over time this residue will collect soil and the spot will reappear. So the stain may require several follow-up cleanings before it is finally removed.
- Scoop up and blot as much of the spill as possible.
- Prepare suggested cleaning solutions below, beginning with the first one listed.
- Pretest the cleaning solution on an inconspicuous spot of carpet to ensure it does not discolor or damage the carpet.
- Apply the cleaning solution to the stain area. Work from the outside of the stain toward the center.
- Allow the cleaning solution to remain on the spill for at least five minutes.
- Blot with a clean white cloth until no more stain transfers to the cloth. Do not rub the stain area or you might damage the carpet fibers.
- Rinse with cold water.
- If you can still see the stain, repeat the above process until either the stain is removed or the stain no longer transfers to the cloth.
- If the stain remains, try the next solution on the list and follow the same protocol above.
- If the stain persists after trying each of the solutions, contact a professional cleaner.
- Once the stain is removed, place layers of white paper towel on the site to absorb any moisture. Weight down the towels with a non-staining glass or ceramic object. You can let them sit overnight.
- When the carpet is dry, vacuum to restore the texture.
Detergent Solution
- Mix 1/4 teaspoon mild liquid dish soap with one cup warm water.
Ammonia Solution
- Mix 2 tablespoons clear, white non-suds ammonia and 4 cups warm water.
Vinegar Solution
- Mix 2 tablespoons white vinegar with 4 cups warm water.
Asphalt
Crayon
Grease
Machine Oil
Mascara
Oil
Oil-based Paint
Paste Wax
Shoe Polish
Tar
Vaseline
*Note - Most of these stains are difficult to completely remove from a carpet. Many can leave residue behind, which may not be visible. Over time this residue will collect soil and the spot will reappear. So the stain may require several follow-up cleanings before it is finally removed.
- Scoop up and blot as much of the spill as possible.
- Prepare suggested cleaning solutions below, beginning with the first one listed.
- Pretest the cleaning solution on an inconspicuous spot of carpet to ensure it does not discolor or damage the carpet.
- Apply the cleaning solution to the stain area. Work from the outside of the stain toward the center.
- Allow the cleaning solution to remain on the spill for at least five minutes.
- Blot with a clean white cloth until no more stain transfers to the cloth. Do not rub the stain area or you might damage the carpet fibers.
- Rinse with cold water.
- If you can still see the stain, repeat the above process until either the stain is removed or the stain no longer transfers to the cloth.
- If the stain remains, try the next solution on the list and follow the same protocol above.
- If the stain persists after trying each of the solutions, contact a professional cleaner.
- Once the stain is removed, place layers of white paper towel on the site to absorb any moisture. Weight down the towels with a non-staining glass or ceramic object. You can let them sit overnight.
- When the carpet is dry, vacuum to restore the texture.
Dry Cleaning Fluid
- or a liquid spot remover from the grocery store or hardware store. Buy non-flammable if possible.
Detergent Solution
- Mix 1/4 teaspoon mild liquid dish soap with one cup warm water.
Beer
Bleach*
Chalk
Charcoal
Dirt
Graphite
Soft Drinks
Toilet Cleaner*
White Glue
*Note - Most of these stains are difficult to completely remove from a carpet. Many will leave residue behind, which may not be visible. Over time this residue will collect soil and the spot will reappear. So the stain may require several follow-up cleanings before it is finally removed.
- Scoop up or blot as much of the spill as possible. Vacuum area thoroughly for dusts or dry spills.
- Prepare the suggested cleaning solution below.
- Pretest the cleaning solution on an inconspicuous spot of carpet to ensure it does not discolor or damage the carpet.
- Apply the cleaning solution to the stain area. Work from the outside of the stain toward the center.
- Allow the cleaning solution to remain on the spill for at least five minutes.
- Blot with a clean white cloth until no more stain transfers to the cloth. Do not rub the stain area or you might damage the carpet fibers.
- Rinse with cold water.
- If you can still see the stain, repeat the above process until either the stain is removed or the stain no longer transfers to the cloth.
- If the stain still persists, contact a professional cleaner.
- Once the stain is removed, place layers of white paper towel on the site to absorb any moisture. Weight down the towels with a non-staining glass or ceramic object. You can let them sit overnight.
- When the carpet is dry, vacuum to restore the texture.
Detergent Solution
- Mix 1/4 teaspoon mild liquid dish soap with one cup warm water.
Blood
(Special note for removing blood stains, always use cold water)
- Scoop up and blot as much of the spill as possible.
- Prepare suggested cleaning solutions below, beginning with the first one listed.
- Pretest the cleaning solution on an inconspicuous spot of carpet to ensure it does not discolor or damage the carpet.
- Apply the cleaning solution to the stain area. Work from the outside of the stain toward the center.
- Allow the cleaning solution to remain on the spill for at least five minutes.
- Blot with a clean white cloth until no more stain transfers to the cloth. Do not rub the stain area or you might damage the carpet fibers.
- Rinse with cold water.
- If you can still see the stain, repeat the above process until either the stain is removed or the stain no longer transfers to the cloth.
- If the stain remains, try the next solution on the list and follow the same protocol above.
- If the stain persists after trying each of the solutions, contact a professional cleaner.
- Once the stain is removed, place layers of white paper towel on the site to absorb any moisture. Weight down the towels with a non-staining glass or ceramic object. You can let them sit overnight.
- When the carpet is dry, vacuum to restore the texture.
Ammonia Solution
- Mix 2 tablespoons clear, white non-suds ammonia with 4 cups warm water.
Detergent Solution
- Mix a 1/4 teaspoon mild liquid dish soap with one cup warm water.
Candle Wax
Rubber Cement
- Break off as many chunks of wax as possible and discard.
- Prepare suggested cleaning solutions below, beginning with the first one listed.
- Pretest the cleaning solution on an inconspicuous spot of carpet to ensure it does not discolor or damage the carpet.
- Apply the cleaning solution to the stain area. Work from the outside of the stain toward the center.
- Allow the cleaning solution to remain on the spill for at least five minutes.
- Blot with a clean white cloth until no more stain transfers to the cloth. Do not rub the stain area or you might damage the carpet fibers.
- Rinse with cold water.
- If you can still see the stain, repeat the above process until either the stain is removed or the stain no longer transfers to the cloth.
- If the stain remains, try the next solution on the list and follow the same protocol above.
- If the stain persists after trying each of the solutions, contact a professional cleaner.
- Once the stain is removed, place layers of white paper towel on the site to absorb any moisture. Weight down the towels with a non-staining glass or ceramic object. You can let them sit overnight.
- When the carpet is dry, vacuum to restore the texture.
Non-acetone Nail Polish Remover
- use the nail polish remover undiluted.
Dry Cleaning Fluid
- or a liquid spot remover from the grocery store or hardware store. Buy non-flammable if possible.
Detergent Solution
- Mix a 1/4 teaspoon mild liquid dish soap with one cup warm water.
Carbon Black
Drain Cleaner*
Dye*
Flea/Tick Powder or Spray*
Fungicide**
Hair Oil
Hair Spray
Makeup
Solder*
Soot*
*Note - Most of these stains are difficult to completely remove from a carpet. Many will leave residue behind, which may not be visible. Over time this residue will collect soil and the spot will reappear. So the stain may require several follow-up cleanings before it is finally removed.
**Note - Some fungicides, insecticides and pesticides may harm carpet stain resistance.
- Scoop up and blot as much of the spill as possible.
- Prepare suggested cleaning solutions below, beginning with the first one listed.
- Pretest the cleaning solution on an inconspicuous spot of carpet to ensure it does not discolor or damage the carpet.
- Apply the cleaning solution to the stain area. Work from the outside of the stain toward the center.
- Allow the cleaning solution to remain on the spill for at least five minutes.
- Blot with a clean white cloth until no more stain transfers to the cloth. Do not rub the stain area or you might damage the carpet fibers.
- Rinse with cold water.
- If you can still see the stain, repeat the above process until either the stain is removed or the stain no longer transfers to the cloth.
- If the stain remains, try the next solution on the list and follow the same protocol above.
- If the stain persists after trying each of the solutions, contact a professional cleaner.
- Once the stain is removed, place layers of white paper towel on the site to absorb any moisture. Weight down the towels with a non-staining glass or ceramic object. You can let them sit overnight.
- When the carpet is dry, vacuum to restore the texture.
Detergent Solution
- Mix 1/4 teaspoon mild liquid dish soap with one cup warm water.
Dry Cleaning Fluid
- or a liquid spot remover from the grocery store or hardware store. Buy non-flammable if possible.
Chewing Gum
- Freeze the gum with ice cubes.
- Shatter the gum with a blunt spatula or spoon.
- Vacuum up the pieces.
- Place layers of white paper towel on the wet area to absorb the liquid. Weight down the towels with a non-staining glass or ceramic object. You can let this sit overnight.
- When the carpet is dry, vacuum to restore the texture.
Coffee
Mustard
Tea
Toothpaste
Urine
Wine
- Scoop up and blot as much of the spill as possible.
- Prepare suggested cleaning solutions below, beginning with the first one listed.
- Pretest the cleaning solution on an inconspicuous spot of carpet to ensure it does not discolor or damage the carpet.
- Apply the cleaning solution to the stain area. Work from the outside of the stain toward the center.
- Allow the cleaning solution to remain on the spill for at least five minutes.
- Blot with a clean white cloth until no more stain transfers to the cloth. Do not rub the stain area or you might damage the carpet fibers.
- Rinse with cold water.
- If you can still see the stain, repeat the above process until either the stain is removed or the stain no longer transfers to the cloth.
- If the stain remains, try the next solution on the list and follow the same protocol above.
- If the stain persists after trying each of the solutions, contact a professional cleaner.
- Once the stain is removed, place layers of white paper towel on the site to absorb any moisture. Weight down the towels with a non-staining glass or ceramic object. You can let them sit overnight.
- When the carpet is dry, vacuum to restore the texture.
Detergent Solution
- Mix 1/4 teaspoon mild liquid dish soap with one cup warm water.
Vinegar Solution
- Mix 2 tablespoons white vinegar with 4 cups warm water.
Ammonia Solution
- Mix 2 tablespoons clear, white non-suds ammonia and 4 cups warm water.
Furniture Polish
Ink
Lacquer
Latex Paint
Nail Polish
Shellac
Varnish
- Scoop up and blot as much of the spill as possible.
- Prepare suggested cleaning solutions below, beginning with the first one listed.
- Pretest the cleaning solution on an inconspicuous spot of carpet to ensure it does not discolor or damage the carpet.
- Apply the cleaning solution to the stain area. Work from the outside of the stain toward the center.
- Allow the cleaning solution to remain on the spill for at least five minutes.
- Blot with a clean white cloth until no more stain transfers to the cloth. Do not rub the stain area or you might damage the carpet fibers.
- Rinse with cold water.
- If you can still see the stain, repeat the above process until either the stain is removed or the stain no longer transfers to the cloth.
- If the stain remains, try the next solution on the list and follow the same protocol above.
- If the stain persists after trying each of the solutions, contact a professional cleaner.
- Once the stain is removed, place layers of white paper towel on the site to absorb any moisture. Weight down the towels with a non-staining glass or ceramic object. You can let them sit overnight.
- When the carpet is dry, vacuum to restore the texture.
Non-acetone Nail Polish Remover
- Use it undiluted.
Dry Cleaning Fluid
- or a liquid spot remover from the grocery store or hardware store. Buy non-flammable if possible.
Detergent Solution
- Mix a 1/4 teaspoon mild liquid dish soap with one cup warm water.
Ammonia Solution
- Mix 2 tablespoons clear, white non-suds ammonia and 4 cups warm water.
Furniture Stain Grass Lipstick
- Scoop up and blot as much of the spill as possible.
- Prepare suggested cleaning solutions below, beginning with the first one listed.
- Pretest the cleaning solution on an inconspicuous spot of carpet to ensure it does not discolor or damage the carpet.
- Apply the cleaning solution to the stain area. Work from the outside of the stain toward the center.
- Allow the cleaning solution to remain on the spill for at least five minutes.
- Blot with a clean white cloth until no more stain transfers to the cloth. Do not rub the stain area or you might damage the carpet fibers.
- Rinse with cold water.
- If you can still see the stain, repeat the above process until either the stain is removed or the stain no longer transfers to the cloth.
- If the stain remains, try the next solution on the list and follow the same protocol above.
- If the stain persists after trying each of the solutions, contact a professional cleaner.
- Once the stain is removed, place layers of white paper towel on the site to absorb any moisture. Weight down the towels with a non-staining glass or ceramic object. You can let them sit overnight.
- When the carpet is dry, vacuum to restore the texture.
Non-acetone Nail Polish Remover
- Use it undiluted.
Dry Cleaning Fluid
- or a liquid spot remover from the grocery store or hardware store. Buy non-flammable if possible.
Detergent Solution
- Mix 1/4 teaspoon mild liquid dish soap with one cup warm water.
Ammonia Solution
- Mix 2 tablespoons clear, white non-suds ammonia and 4 cups warm water.
Vinegar Solution
- Mix 2 tablespoons white vinegar with 4 cups warm water.
Insecticide**
Iodine*
*Note - Most of these stains are difficult to completely remove from a carpet. Many will leave residue behind, which may not be visible. Over time this residue will collect soil and the spot will reappear. So the stain may require several follow-up cleanings before it is finally removed.
**Note - Some fungicides, insecticides and pesticides may harm carpet stain resistance.
- Scoop up and blot as much of the spill as possible.
- Prepare suggested cleaning solutions below, beginning with the first one listed.
- Pretest the cleaning solution on an inconspicuous spot of carpet to ensure it does not discolor or damage the carpet.
- Apply the cleaning solution to the stain area. Work from the outside of the stain toward the center.
- Allow the cleaning solution to remain on the spill for at least five minutes.
- Blot with a clean white cloth until no more stain transfers to the cloth. Do not rub the stain area or you might damage the carpet fibers.
- Rinse with cold water.
- If you can still see the stain, repeat the above process until either the stain is removed or the stain no longer transfers to the cloth.
- If the stain remains, try the next solution on the list and follow the same protocol above.
- If the stain persists after trying each of the solutions, contact a professional cleaner.
- Once the stain is removed, place layers of white paper towel on the site to absorb any moisture. Weight down the towels with a non-staining glass or ceramic object. You can let them sit overnight.
- When the carpet is dry, vacuum to restore the texture.
Detergent Solution
- Mix 1/4 teaspoon mild liquid dish soap with one cup warm water.
Dry Cleaning Fluid
- or a liquid spot remover from the grocery store or hardware store. Buy non-flammable if possible.
Ammonia Solution
- Mix 2 tablespoons clear, white non-suds ammonia and 4 cups warm water.
Vinegar Solution
- Mix 2 tablespoons white vinegar with 4 cups warm water.
Rust
- Scoop up and blot as much of the spill as possible.
- Prepare suggested cleaning solutions below, beginning with the first one listed.
- Pretest the cleaning solution on an inconspicuous spot of carpet to ensure it does not discolor or damage the carpet.
- Apply the cleaning solution to the stain area. Work from the outside of the stain toward the center.
- Allow the cleaning solution to remain on the spill for at least five minutes.
- Blot with a clean white cloth until no more stain transfers to the cloth. Do not rub the stain area or you might damage the carpet fibers.
- Rinse with cold water.
- If you can still see the stain, repeat the above process until either the stain is removed or the stain no longer transfers to the cloth.
- If the stain remains, try the next solution on the list and follow the same protocol above.
- If the stain persists after trying each of the solutions, contact a professional cleaner.
- Once the stain is removed, place layers of white paper towel on the site to absorb any moisture. Weight down the towels with a non-staining glass or ceramic object. You can let them sit overnight.
- When the carpet is dry, vacuum to restore the texture.
Detergent Solution
- Mix 1/4 teaspoon mild liquid dish soap with one cup warm water.
Vinegar Solution
- Mix 2 tablespoons white vinegar with 4 cups warm water.
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