GENERAL STAIN REMOVAL GUIDE
These are merely suggestions.  For professional advice, ask your dealer

The following information contains general cleaning procedures for everyday spills, dirt, etc.  If your rug needs cleaning beyond any of these subjects, call us.

STAIN REMOVAL GENERAL PROCEDURE

Always rub or brush lightly from the outer edge toward the center of the stain to prevent spreading or causing "the ring" when using solvents, especially on twist rugs and pile carpets.  On old, dry or stubborn stains, saturate, blot and brush.  Repeat this operation as often as necessary to remove the stain completely.

STAIN REMOVAL PACKAGE TO KEEP ON HAND

You must move quickly, so keep a small container with the following items close:

• Clean cloths

• A clothes brush

• Mild Detergent (No bleaches or alkalies)

• White Vinegar

• Dry Cleaning Fluid

• Weak Ammonia (7% solution)

• Sponges

• Alcohol

• Glycerin

• Paper Towels

HOW TO CLEAN STAINS
 

1. Work quickly

2. Blot up excess spills with paper towels.  Do not rub.

3. Apply anidote(s) as shown on the list with a clean, cloth working from edge to center.

4. Do not soak.

5. Pat with paper towels.  Dry with fan or hair blower.

6. Restore pile with clothes brush.

BLOTTING & STAIN REMOVING

When spills occur, dilute with plenty of water.  Next, blot from the edge of the spill towards the center.  Avoid rubbing the area.  For solid spills, take a spoon and carefully scoop up the material.  It is always best to attack the spill immediately.  The Stain Removal Procedures chart will help you eliminate most stains.

REMOVING WAX

Put a blotter or brown paper bag over the spot.  Put hot iron over the blotter.  Wait a few minutes until the wax is absorbed into the blotter.  Repeat is necessary.  Move the iron constantly and do not let it stay in one place.

REMOVING INK

Saturate the spot with hairspray.  Allow it to dry.  Brush lightly with a solution of water and vinegar.

REMOVING GLUE

Saturate the spot with a cloth soaked in vinegar or alcohol.

REMOVING CHEWING GUM