The best cure for
a spill is a fast response. If a
spill is allowed to become a
stain, it will be much more
difficult to remove. Here are
some tips for eliminating stains
and spills.
There are
three important steps that you
must use to treat a stain,
hopefully before it has a chance
to set in your carpet:
Apply:
Wet a clean, white (not printed)
paper towel with a cleaning
solution. Then dampen the carpet
with it. Avoid wetting the
carpet through to its backing.
Blot:
Absorb the excess liquid from
the carpet by pressing straight
down with a clean, dry, white
paper towel. Do not rub. Place a
half-inch thick pad of clean,
dry, white paper towels with a
weight on top and leave
overnight if necessary.
Scrape:
Gently scratch the soiled area
with the blunt edge of a spoon.
Scrape from the outside edge of
the spot toward the center.
Asphalt
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Cleaning solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Beer
Step 1: Blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent solution
(see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel.
Step 3: Blot-don't
rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a damp
towel.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 7: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Berries
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Blood
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel.
Step 3:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a
damp towel.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply water with
damp sponge.
Step 7: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a
half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture.
Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Butter
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Candle Wax
Step 1: Scrape off excess wax.
Step 2: Cover with brown
paper.
Step 3: Apply warm iron until remaining wax is absorbed. Be
sure paper is large enough to cover the stained area. Take care never to
touch the iron to the carpet as the fiber might melt.
Step 4:
Change paper or rotate to clean area and repeat until all material is
absorbed.
... OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Freeze with ice
cubes.
Step 3: Shatter with blunt object like the back of a large
spoon.
Step 4: Vacuum chips away before they melt.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Candy
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel.
Step 3:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a
damp towel.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply water with
damp sponge.
Step 7: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a
half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture.
Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Catsup
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply dry baking
soda.
Step 3: Scrape and vacuum.
Step 4: Apply water using a
damp sponge to rinse remaining baking soda. Don't over wet.
Step 5:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply pre-soak Solution (see "Cleaning
Solutions") using a damp towel.
Step 7: Rinse with water as
above.
Step 8: Blot-don't rub-dry well.
Step 9: Apply dry
powder cleaner (see "Cleaning Solutions").
Step 10: Vacuum.
... OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Blot again. Finish by
weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all
the moisture. Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Chalk
Step 1: Vacuum away as much as possible.
Step 2: Loosen
remaining material by tapping with a scrub brush or toothbrush. Tap with
brush, do not scrub.
Step 3: Vacuum.
Step 4: Apply dry
powder cleaner.
Step 5: Tap with brush to work powder into carpet
tufts. Do not scrub.
Step 6: Let powder dry 1 hour.
Step 7:
Vacuum.
Step 8: Repeat dry powder application if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Chewing Gum
Step 1: Apply a dry cleaning solvent, using a damp towel.
Step
2: Blot-don't rub.
Step 3: Repeat solvent application as
above.
Step 4: Blot-don't rub.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
towel.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Step 7: Rinse with water as
above.
Step 8: Blot-don't rub-dry well.
Step 9: Apply dry
powder cleaner (see "Cleaning Solutions").
Step 10: Vacuum.
... OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Freeze with ice
cubes.
Step 3: Shatter with blunt object like the back of a large
spoon.
Step 4: Vacuum chips away before they melt.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Chocolate
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel.
Step 3:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a
damp towel.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply water with
damp sponge.
Step 7: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a
half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture.
Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Coffee
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Cooking Oil
Step 1: Apply a dry cleaning solvent, using a damp towel.
Step
2: Blot-don't rub.
Step 3: Repeat solvent application as
above.
Step 4: Blot-don't rub.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
towel.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
... OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply dry baking
soda.
Step 3: Scrape and vacuum.
Step 4: Apply water using a
damp sponge to rinse remaining baking soda. Don't over wet.
Step 5:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply pre-soak Solution (see "Cleaning
Solutions") using a damp towel.
Step 7: Rinse with water as
above.
Step 8: Blot-don't rub-dry well.
Step 9: Apply dry
powder cleaner (see "Cleaning Solutions").
Step 10: Vacuum.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Dyes - Blue/Black/Green/Red
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Blot again. Finish by
weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all
the moisture. Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Excrement
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply dry baking
soda.
Step 3: Scrape and vacuum.
Step 4: Apply water using a
damp sponge to rinse remaining baking soda. Don't over wet.
Step 5:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply pre-soak solution (see "Cleaning
Solutions") using a damp towel.
Step 7: Rinse with water as
above.
Step 8: Blot-don't rub-dry well.
Step 9: Apply dry
powder cleaner (see "Cleaning Solutions").
Step 10: Vacuum.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners such as.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily,
non-caustic type sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be
flammable.
Foundation Makeup
Step 1: Apply a dry cleaning solvent, using a damp towel.
Step
2: Blot-don't rub.
Step 3: Repeat solvent application as
above.
Step 4: Blot-don't rub.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
towel.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
... OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel.
Step 3:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a
damp towel.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply pre-soak
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions") using a damp towel.
Step 7:
Blot-finish with weighted pad of towels
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Fruit Juice
Step 1: Blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply dry baking
soda.
Step 3: Scrape and vacuum.
Step 4: Apply water using a
damp sponge to rinse remaining baking soda. Don't over wet.
Step 5:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply pre-soak solution (see "Cleaning
Solutions") using a damp towel.
Step 7: Rinse with water as
above.
Step 8: Blot-don't rub-dry well.
Step 9: Apply dry
powder cleaner (see "Cleaning Solutions").
Step 10: Vacuum
... OR:
Step 1: Blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent solution
(see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Blot again. Finish by
weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all
the moisture. Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Furniture Polish
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Grease-Food
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Grease - Auto
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Glue - White
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel.
Step 3:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a
damp towel.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply water with
damp sponge.
Step 7: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a
half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture.
Leave overnight if necessary.
... OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply dry baking
soda.
Step 3: Scrape and vacuum.
Step 4: Apply
water using a damp sponge to rinse remaining baking soda. Don't over
wet.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply pre-soak solution
(see "Cleaning Solutions") using a damp towel.
Step 7: Rinse with
water as above.
Step 8: Blot-don't rub-dry well.
Step 9:
Apply dry powder cleaner (see "Cleaning Solutions").
Step 10:
Vacuum
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Glue - Hobby
Step 1: Apply a dry cleaning solvent, using a damp towel.
Step
2: Blot-don't rub.
Step 3: Repeat solvent application as
above.
Step 4: Blot-don't rub.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
... OR:
Step 1: Apply nail polish remover (non-oily type)-use cotton swab to
apply to the spill. Don't wet through to carpet backing.
Step 2:
Pick up softened materials -use clean white paper towel and push toward
the center of the spill to avoid spreading.
Step 3: Repeat above
-soften and carefully remove a layer of the spill each time. Haste may
spread the stain and/or damage the carpet.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Ice Cream
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel.
Step 3:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a
damp towel.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply water with
damp sponge.
Step 7: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a
half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture.
Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Ink - Ball Point Pen
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Ink - India
Step 1: Apply a dry cleaning solvent, using a damp towel.
Step
2: Blot-don't rub.
Step 3: Repeat solvent application as
above.
Step 4: Blot-don't rub.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
... OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Blot again. Finish by
weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all
the moisture. Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Ink - Marking Pen
Step 1: Apply a dry cleaning solvent, using a damp towel.
Step
2: Blot-don't rub.
Step 3: Repeat solvent application as
above.
Step 4: Blot-don't rub.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
towel.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
... OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Blot again. Finish by
weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all
the moisture. Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Juice Drinks - Artificially colored
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply dry baking
soda.
Step 3: Scrape and vacuum.
Step 4: Apply water using a
damp sponge to rinse remaining baking soda. Don't over wet.
Step 5:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply pre-soak solution (see "Cleaning
Solutions") using a damp towel.
Step 7: Rinse with water as
above.
Step 8: Blot-don't rub-dry well.
Step 9: Apply dry
powder cleaner (see "Cleaning Solutions").
Step 10: Vacuum.
... OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Blot again. Finish by
weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all
the moisture. Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Kool-Aid
Step 1: Blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply dry baking
soda.
Step 3: Scrape and vacuum.
Step 4: Apply water using a
damp sponge to rinse remaining baking soda. Don't over wet.
Step 5:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply pre-soak solution (see "Cleaning
Solutions") using a damp towel.
Step 7: Rinse with water as
above.
Step 8: Blot-don't rub-dry well.
Step 9: Apply dry
powder cleaner (see "Cleaning Solutions").
Step 10: Vacuum.
... OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Blot again. Finish by
weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all
the moisture. Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Lemonade
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply dry baking
soda.
Step 3: Scrape and vacuum.
Step 4: Apply water using a
damp sponge to rinse remaining baking soda. Don't over wet.
Step 5:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply pre-soak solution (see "Cleaning
Solutions") using a damp towel.
Step 7: Rinse with water as
above.
Step 8: Blot-don't rub-dry well.
Step 9: Apply dry
powder cleaner (see "Cleaning Solutions").
Step 10: Vacuum.
... OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Blot again. Finish by
weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all
the moisture. Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Lipstick
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Mascara
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Mayonnaise
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel.
Step 3:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a
damp towel.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply water with
damp sponge.
Step 7: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a
half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture.
Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Mercurochrome
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Blot again. Finish by
weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all
the moisture. Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Methiolate
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Blot again. Finish by
weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all
the moisture. Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Milk
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel.
Step 3:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a
damp towel.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply water with
damp sponge.
Step 7: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a
half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture.
Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Mixed Drinks (Liqueurs)
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Mud
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel.
Step 3:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a
damp towel.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply water with
damp sponge.
Step 7: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a
half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture.
Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Mustard
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply dry baking
soda.
Step 3: Scrape and vacuum.
Step 4: Apply water using a
damp sponge to rinse remaining baking soda. Don't over wet.
Step 5:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply pre-soak solution (see "Cleaning
Solutions") using a damp towel.
Step 7: Rinse with water as
above.
Step 8: Blot-don't rub-dry well.
Step 9: Apply dry
powder cleaner (see "Cleaning Solutions").
Step 10: Vacuum.
... OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Blot again. Finish by
weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all
the moisture. Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Nail Polish
Step 1: Apply nail polish remover (non-oily type)-use cotton swab to
apply to the spill. Don't wet through to carpet backing.
Step 2:
Pick up softened materials -use clean white paper towel and push toward
the center of the spill to avoid spreading.
Step 3: Repeat
above-soften and carefully remove a layer of the spill each time. Haste
may spread the stain and/or damage the carpet.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Paint - Latex
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel.
Step 3:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a
damp towel.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply water with
damp sponge.
Step 7: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a
half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture.
Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Paint - Oil
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Pet Food
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply dry baking
soda.
Step 3: Scrape and vacuum.
Step 4: Apply water using a
damp sponge to rinse remaining baking soda. Don't over wet.
Step 5:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply pre-soak solution (see "Cleaning
Solutions") using a damp towel.
Step 7: Rinse with water as
above.
Step 8: Blot-don't rub-dry well.
Step 9: Apply dry
powder cleaner (see "Cleaning Solutions").
Step 10: Vacuum.
... OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Blot again. Finish by
weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all
the moisture. Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Papier-Mâché
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel.
Step 3:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a
damp towel.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply water with
damp sponge.
Step 7: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a
half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture.
Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Shoe Polish
Step 1: Apply a dry cleaning solvent, using a damp towel.
Step
2: Blot-don't rub.
Step 3: Repeat solvent application as
above.
Step 4: Blot-don't rub.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
towel.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
... OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Blot again. Finish by
weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all
the moisture. Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Shortening
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Soft Drink
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply dry baking
soda.
Step 3: Scrape and vacuum.
Step 4: Apply water using a
damp sponge to rinse remaining baking soda. Don't over wet.
Step 5:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply pre-soak solution (see "Cleaning
Solutions") using a damp towel.
Step 7: Rinse with water as
above.
Step 8: Blot-don't rub-dry well.
Step 9: Apply dry
powder cleaner (see "Cleaning Solutions").
Step 10: Vacuum.
... OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Blot again. Finish by
weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all
the moisture. Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Tar
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Tea
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
sponge.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Urine - Dry
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel.
Step 3:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a
damp towel.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply water with
damp sponge.
Step 7: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a
half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture.
Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Urine - Fresh
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel.
Step 3:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a
damp towel.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply water with
damp sponge.
Step 7: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a
half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture.
Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Vomit
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply dry baking
soda.
Step 3: Scrape and vacuum.
Step 4: Apply water using a
damp sponge to rinse remaining baking soda. Don't over wet.
Step 5:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply pre-soak solution (see "Cleaning
Solutions") using a damp towel.
Step 7: Rinse with water as
above.
Step 8: Blot-don't rub-dry well.
Step 9: Apply dry
powder cleaner (see "Cleaning Solutions").
Step 10: Vacuum.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners such as.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily,
non-caustic type sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be
flammable.
Wine - Red
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel, and leave 3-5
minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar
(undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Blot again. Finish by
weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all
the moisture. Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Wine - White
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel.
Step 3:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a
damp towel.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply water with
damp sponge.
Step 7: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a
half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture.
Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
Unknown
Step 1: Apply a dry cleaning solvent, using a damp towel.
Step
2: Blot-don't rub.
Step 3: Repeat solvent application as
above.
Step 4: Blot-don't rub.
Step 5: Apply water with damp
towel.
Step 6: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch
thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave
overnight if necessary.
... OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions"), use damp towel.
Step 3:
Blot-don't rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a
damp towel.
Step 5: Blot-don't rub.
Step 6: Apply pre-soak
solution (see "Cleaning Solutions") using a damp towel.
Step 7:
Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper
towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave overnight if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:
1. Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with
one cup of warm (not hot) water.
2. Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1
teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one
cup of water.
3. Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet
cleaners.
4. Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type
sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.
