Stain Removal Guide

helpful tips from Destin Premier Carpet Cleaning

Some helpful tips from Destin Premier Carpet Cleaning. Please refer to this handy Carpet Spot Removal Guide to help you with any "accidents" on your rug or carpet. Remember … spills and stains should be treated immediately - the longer a spot remains, the more difficult it will be to remove.

Cleaning solutions recommended

The following four solutions will be required, together with a white, absorbent cloth or tissue.

1. Detergent Solution		Destin Premier Spotout or mix 1-teaspoon of clear, mild liquid dishwashing detergent with 1-cup of lukewarm water.
2. Ammonia Solution		Mix 1-tablespoon of household ammonia with 1/2 - cup of warm water. (Refrain from a stronger ammonia solution on wool carpet.)
3. Vinegar Solution		Mix 1/3 cup of white, household vinegar with the 2/3 cup of water.
4. Enzyme Detergent		Commercial enzyme detergent such as Nature’s Miracle ®.
5. Dry Cleaning Solvent		Commercial volatile dry spotter.

Recommended Procedure

Test the solution on a small, inconspicuous area, then tackle the stain by working from the outer edge towards the center and blot, don’t rub.
The final spot removal step is always to gently rinse the area with water and then absorb all the remaining moisture with absorbent towels.
When finished, place a 1/2” inch pad of white, absorbent paper towels over affected area and weight down with a flat, heavy object.
Change absorbent pad until transfer of spilled substance or residue is no longer visible on absorbent pad.

stain specific cleaning instructions

Blood	Remove excess with a blunt knife. Apply cool Detergent solution and blot. If stain remains, apply cool Ammonia solution and blot. Apply Enzyme Detergent, if necessary, and blot. Rinse and blot dry.
Chewing Gum	Remove excess with blunt knife. Apply Dry Cleaning Solvent and blot, followed by Detergent solution. Rinse and blot dry.
Chocolate	Remove excess with a blunt knife. Apply cool Detergent solution and blot. If stain remains, apply Ammonia solution and follow with Vinegar solution. Apply Enzyme Detergent. Rinse and blot dry.
Catsup / Tomato Sauce	Remove excess with a blunt knife. Apply cool Detergent solution and blot. Apply Ammonia solution and follow with Vinegar solution. If stain remains, apply Enzyme Detergent. Rinse and blot dry.
Coffee / Tea	Blot up the surplus spillage. Apply Detergent solution and blot, and follow with Vinegar solution. If stain remains, apply Enzyme Detergent, if necessary. Rinse and blot dry.
Fats	Remove with a blunt knife. Apply Dry Cleaning Solvent and blot. If stain remains, apply Detergent solution and follow with Vinegar solution. Rinse and blot dry.
Fruit Juice	Blot up the surplus spillage. Apply Detergent solution and blot. If stain remains, apply Ammonia solution and follow with Vinegar solution. Rinse and blot dry. If stain remains, apply Enzyme Detergent. Rinse and blot dry.
Glue	Remove excess with a blunt knife. Use Detergent solution and blot. If stain remains, apply Ammonia solution and follow with Vinegar solution. Rinse and blot dry.
Gravy	Remove excess with a blunt knife. Apply Detergent solution and blot. If stain remains, apply Ammonia solution and follow with Vinegar solution. If stain remains, apply Enzyme Detergent. Rinse and blot dry.
Grease	Remove excess with a blunt knife. Apply Dry Cleaning Solvent and blot. If stain remains, apply Detergent solution and blot. Apply Ammonia solution and follow with Vinegar solution. Rinse and blot dry.
Ice Cream	Remove excess with a spoon. Apply Detergent solution and blot. If stain remains, apply Ammonia solution and follow with Vinegar solution. Rinse and blot dry.
Lipstick	Remove excess with a blunt knife. Apply Dry Cleaning Solvent and blot. If stain remains, apply Detergent solution and blot. Apply Ammonia solution and follow with Vinegar solution. Rinse and blot dry.
Milk	Blot up the surplus spillage. Apply cool Detergent solution and blot. If stain remains, apply Ammonia solution and follow with Vinegar solution. Apply Enzyme Detergent, if necessary. Rinse and blot dry.
Nail Polish	Remove excess with a blunt knife. Cautiously blot repeatedly with nail polish remover. If stain remains, apply Dry Cleaning Solvent and blot. Apply Detergent solution. Apply Ammonia solution followed by Vinegar solution. Rinse and blot dry.
Oil	Remove excess with a blunt knife. Apply Dry Cleaning Solvent and blot. Apply Detergent solution. Rinse and blot dry.
Paint	Oil-base: Remove excess with a spoon. Apply Dry Cleaning Solvent and blot. If stain remains, apply Detergent solution. Apply Ammonia solution and follow with Vinegar solution. Rinse and blot dry. Water-base: Remove excess with a spoon. Apply Detergent solution and blot. Apply Ammonia solution and follow with Vinegar solution. If stain remains, apply Dry Cleaning Solvent. Rinse and blot dry.
Shoe Polish	Remove excess with a blunt knife. Apply Dry Cleaning Solvent and blot. Apply Detergent solution. If stain remains, apply Ammonia solution and follow with Vinegar solution. Rinse and blot dry.
Soft Drinks	Blot up the surplus spillage. Apply cool Detergent solution and blot. If stain remains, apply Ammonia solution and follow with Vinegar solution. Rinse and blot dry.
Urine	Blot up as much as possible, if still wet. Apply Detergent solution and blot. If stain remains, apply Ammonia solution and follow with Vinegar solution. Rinse and blot dry.
Vomit	Remove excess with a spoon. Apply Enzyme Detergent and blot. Apply Ammonia solution and follow with Vinegar solution. Rinse and blot dry.
Wax	Remove excess with a blunt knife. Apply Dry Cleaning Solvent followed by Detergent solution. Rinse and blot dry. For persistent wax residue, and on nylon carpet only, place a white absorbent towel on the wax area. Heat an iron to "low heat" and place on the towel for 30-seconds to melt and absorb the wax. Move the towel as needed. Caution: This procedure can damage the carpet if not done very cautiously.
Wine	Blot up the surplus spillage. Apply cool Detergent solution. If stain remains, apply Ammonia solution and follow with Vinegar solution. Rinse and blot dry.

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