Carpet Cleaning Stain Index For Stain/Spot Removal

Cosmetic Stains

Nail Polish - Remove nail polish from carpet with acetone and denatured alcohol. First absorb as much of the stain with a cotton ball with acetone. Shampoo the carpet if needed

Lipstick - Remove lipstick from the carpet with denatured alcohol and liquid dishwashing detergent that does NOT contain lanolin or bleach. The denatured alcohol works on the color pigments, dishwashing detergent works on the oils. If the stain remains, try a mixture of hydrogen peroxide, 50-50 mix with water. Moisten the area and let it sit for up to 30 min. Keep applying the hydrogen peroxide until the stain is completely removed.

Red Wine, Red, Kool-Aid Stains

Step 1 - Pour cold water on the stain immediately

Step 2 - Blot with an absorbent cloth

Step 3 - Sprinkle salt onto the stain, wait 2-3 min

Step 4 - Rinse with cold water while rubbing out the stain

Step 5 - Repeat steps 1-4 until no more red stain can be removed

Step 6 - Rub with laundry detergent, let it sit for up to 5 min, rinse thoroughly with cold water

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