A basic guide for spot & stain removal from The National Carpet Cleaners Association.
Please feel free to download the Spot & Stain Removal Guide.

ALCOHOL / TEA / COFFEE / URINE

  • Blot up surplus spillage using absorbent cloth or white kitchen towel. Apply lots of pressure to absorb as much liquid as possible.
  • Working from the outer edge of the stain inwards, use a detergent vinegar solution, a little at a time.
  • Frequently blot with dry cloths.
  • SEE FINAL RINSE PROCEDURE.

CHOCOLATE / SWEETS / ICE CREAM / VOMIT

  • Scrape up any excess using a blunt knife.
  • Working from the outer edge of the stain inwards, use a detergent solution. Blot dry.
  • Follow up with ammonia solution. Blot dry.
  • SEE FINAL RINSE PROCEDURE.

FATS / CHEWING GUM / SHOE POLISH

  • Scrape up any excess using a blunt knife.
  • Working from the outer edge of the stain inwards, use a dry cleaning solution followed by a detergent vinegar solution. Blot dry.
  • SEE FINAL RINSE PROCEDURE.

ITEMS & SOLUTIONS NEEDED

  • A Clean White Absorbent Cloth or Towel
  • Dry Cleaning Solution
  • Surgical spirit (usually available from local chemists).
  • Detergent Solution
    One teaspoon of gentle detergent for washing woollens, to half a pint (0.3 litres) of warm water
  • Detergent Vinegar Solution
    Add a teaspoon of white (NOT malt) vinegar to the detergent solution.
  • Ammonia Solution
    One teaspoon of branded household ammonia to one cup of warm water.

FINAL RINSE PROCEDURE

  • Mix one part white vinegar and four parts water.
  • Pour mixture into a spray bottle and spray over the stain
  • Blot dampened area (do not rub) to remove excess moisture
  • Spread white kitchen towel (6-8 sheets deep) or absorbent cloth over the affected area and place something weighted on top

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