Here you will find cleaning tips for a number of common
household stains. The chart below lists the types of stains
and the solutions and steps to remove them successfully.
Simply locate the type of stain on the chart, find the type
of treatment by number in the list on the right and perform
the steps in the specified order. If you do not have a specific
stain to deal with CLICK HERE for helpful
care and cleaning tips to maintain the value and beauty
of your rugs.
Type of Treatment
- Cold water.
- Detergent solution or
Carpet Shampoo solution.
- Ammonia solution.
- Solvent.
- Chill with aerosol freezing
agent or ice cubes in a plastic bag. Pick or scrape off
gum.
- Vinegar solution.
- Warm water.
- Clear nail polish remover
(preferably acetone).
- Alcohol or methylated
spirits mineral turpentine.
- Rust remover.
- Absorbent powder (e.g.
salt, talc or proprietary absorbent powders).
- Absorbent cleaner (Host®
or Dri-Matic®).
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