Carpet Stain Removal Guide
Specific recommendations
for carpet stain removal are listed below for each type of carpet
stain. If you have a stain that is not on the list, follow the
procedures on the page, How
To Get Out Carpet Stains Of All Types. It is recommended
that you read that page first in any case, so you are familiar
with the general guidelines for carpet stain removal.
Acidic Substances: Strong acids are found
in batteries, some tile cleaning compounds, and some drain cleaners.
Refer to the page; How
To Clean Carpet Stains: Acids, for detailed removal instructions.
Bleach: Bleach stains on carpet
can't be removed, since the dye has actually been removed from
the carpet. A carpet cleaner that does dyeing can spot-dye the
bleached area to match the surrounding carpet.
Blood: Blood stains on carpet
will come out if you get to them quickly. Heat will set the stain,
so use only cold water with your cleaning solution. For complete
instructions, see the page; Blood
Stain Removal.
Burns: See the page; Carpet
Burns - How To Repair Them. This covers genearl burns and
cigarette holes.
Chewing Gum: See the page; How
To Remove Chewing Gum From Carpet.
Coffee: Use carpet coffee stain
removers sold at Walmart and other stores. You can also try white
vinegar. Heat the area with a hot, wet cloth, dab with vinegar,
rinse, extract, and repeat. Dry the carpet well when you are
done.
Dye Stains: Dyes from medicines, foods,
cosmetics, crayons and other household products can each react
differently with carpet. Try the procedures on the page; How To Get Out Carpet Stains
Of All Types. If the stain is permanent, it may be possible
to hide it by spot-dyeing. Call a carpet cleaner that does this.
Fingernail Polish: Apply non-acetate fingernail
polish remover to a white cotton cloth and dab the area, working
from the edges towards the center. Leave it for a few minutes,
then blot it, rinse it, blot it, and repeat if necessary.
Ink: See the page; How
To Remove Ink Stains From Carpet.
Kool Aid: See the page; Kool
Aid And Other Red Stains In Carpet.
Mustard: Depending on the type
of mustard, it may be necessary to cut out the stain and insert
an undamaged piece of carpet. Try general cleaning procedures
first.
Red Stains: See the page; Kool
Aid And Other Red Stains In Carpet.
Red Wine: Extract the remaining
liquid (blot or vacuum). Apply white wine. This recreates the
initial conditions, especially on old stains, making it easier
to remove. Extract and
repeat, or do this in conjunction with a commercial spot cleaner.
Rinse well and dry the carpet quickly.
Rust: If it is a fresh stain,
try general cleaning procedures. Professionals can remove almost
all rust stains, but the chemicals used are somewhat hazardous
for casual use.
Urine: See the page; How
To Get A Urine Stain Out Of Carpet.
Wax: See the page;
How To Get Candle Wax Out Of Carpet.
Carpet stain removal
for other types of stains not listed here may be accomplished
using the general procedures found on the page; How
To Get Out Carpet Stains Of All Types.
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