Sometimes your regular carpet maintenance routine just doesn’t work because let’s face it, accidents do happen. The best way to deal with accidents is to treat them immediately. If the stain is new, you have the possibility to completely remove the stain. If left untreated until you feel like vacuuming and cleaning it, it most likely can’t be removed at all.
Removing Tricky Stains:
Remove as much stain as possible by drying or scrubbing before using carpet stain removal Point Cook. Be careful not to pass it on while doing this. Rubbing can spread the stain.
Always test a new cleaner on a small, hidden area of carpet before using it all over the carpet.
Don’t rush into carpet stains. While this can reduce your frustration, it can cause the stain to fade and become permanent. Rough scrubbing will also weaken the fibers, causing the carpet to wear out more quickly.
Never use an iron or hair dryer to dry carpet stains. This will permanently seal the stain on your rug!
Just using water can help remove most of the stain which can be removed immediately. Water and vinegar can also help. When using a store-bought product, make sure you read the manufacturer’s instructions and follow them properly.
Here are instructions for a water/vinegar solution that can be used on many stains:
Make a solution of one part of water and white vinegar.
Apply it to the stain using a spray bottle until it is saturated.
Let the stain sit for ten to fifteen minutes.
Use a sponge to clean in a gentle scrubbing motion and do it carefully so as not to spread the stain.
Rinse with warm water.
Brush the pile back in its original direction.
Using a layer of white paper towels, place a paper towel over the area, and place the book on top. Let them sit like this until the carpet dries.
Bloodstains
Clean excess blood. Rinse the stain with cold water, then scrub with moistened cornstarch. Let the area dry and then wipe off any remaining residue.
Wine stain
Pour hydrogen peroxide over the stain and wash it off. If that doesn’t work, mix in warm water and vinegar. Pat then use a sponge to scrub the rest.
Another option: When red wine spills on your carpet, dilute it with white wine, then remove the stain with cold water and cover it with table salt. Wait ten minutes, then suck on the salt.
Alcohol, urine, and chocolate
Dilute the stain immediately with cold water. Absorb excess fluid. Then mix 1 teaspoon of mild detergent, 1 teaspoon of white vinegar, and 1 liter of warm water. Apply the solution to the stain, and let the carpet dry. Vacuum gently. (With the chocolate, scrape off the remaining chocolate before applying the solution.)
Coffee stains
Remove any remaining stains if the stain is fresh, then mix 2/3 cup warm water and 1/3 cup white vinegar. Sponge on top. Pat and rinse.
Egg stain on the carpet
First, scrape the eggs as much as possible. Then mix warm water, a little dish detergent, and 2 tablespoons of white vinegar. Apply this solution to the stain and pat it dry until the area dries. Repeat once or twice with the remaining solution.
Vomit
Treat vomiting quickly (after providing relief to anyone who is vomiting, of course!) Absorb as much as possible, then dilute immediately with baking soda and water or with club soda. Apply a solution of 10 parts water with one part ammonia. Rinse with cold water, let it dry, and then vacuum.
Gum
Use ice to harden the gum and then a dull knife to scrape it off.
Mud
Let the mud dry completely and then brush or scrape off as much as possible. Mix 1 teaspoon of mild detergent, 1 teaspoon of white vinegar, and 1 liter of warm water. Apply the solution to the place. Let the carpet dry. If the stain remains, use a dry cleaning solution and pat dry. When the stain is completely dry, vacuum gently.
Deep Cleaning Your Carpet:
Sometimes this is the only way to deal with very large or difficult stains. Deep cleaning can be performed by a professional carpet cleaning Wollert company or by renting (or purchasing) a steam cleaning machine.
So hurry up, be careful, and show me who is boss.
