The key to successful spot removal is getting to it as quick as possible. Keep this page book marked, or make a copy of it so you will be able to refer to it when you need it. Be sure to let your friends and family know about this spotting guide so they will be able to use it as well.
YOUR BASIC SPOT REMOVAL KIT
Keep the following items on hand so you will be prepared to handle fresh spills on your carpet: Neutral dish detergent such as Joy® or Dawn® (dilute 20:1); clear household ammonia; white vinegar (dilute 1:1); wet spotter such as Spot Gone®; dry spotter such as Dissolve®; paint thinner; hydrogen peroxide (3% solution) for bleaching; denatured or isopropyl alcohol; a good supply of white terry cloths; and a spotting brush. If you have pets, stock a bacteria/enzyme digester such as Liquid Alive®. A wet/dry vac is great to have as well.
THE 6 STEPS TO REMOVING SPOTS
1. Catch it while it's fresh, when chances of removal are 75% better. Don't iron or hot-air dry until the stain is gone. Heat will set most stains.
2. First blot up all the liquid and scrape up all the solids you can. On a large liquid spill you can use a wet/dry vac. Be careful not to spread the stain.
3. Test any chemical you intend to use in a hidden area to make sure it won't discolor or damage the surface.
4. Apply spotter and work from the outside of the stain in, to avoid spreading. Blot, don't scrub; strike with the flat face of a spotting brush if needed to help break up the stain.
5. Rinse chemical spotters out with water, blot the area dry and feather the edges. Brush or fluff up pile or nap.
6. On carpet and upholstery, put a thick pad of toweling over the spot, weight it down with books, and leave it there overnight to "wick up" any remaining moisture.
As a professional carpet cleaner the one question I almost always hear at the end of every cleaning job is, "What do I do if I spill something on the carpet after you're gone?" While some stains require the expertise of a trained professional there is now a way that you can remove the vast majority of spots and spills yourself-when you have the proper products.
Until now, consumers have only had access to "one product" spotters available at supermarkets or hardware stores. And while these products might remove some of the most basic spots, they fail on more difficult spotting problems.
The reason for this is simple. Because there are many different types of spots you need different types of spotting agents to remove them! One spotting agent simply can't do the job on every ype of spot and spill.
Five Spotters for the Five Types of Spots
There are five categories of spots typically found in the home. Whether or not you get certain types of spots in your home depends on your lifestyle. For example, if you don't have pets you are unlikely to need a pet stain or odor remover. But if you have small children you may often run into juice and dy stains from food and beverage spills. For these reasons, five specialty spotters have been developed for each group of spots found in the home. You can select only those necessary for your particular lifestyle!
General Spotter
Every household should have a bottle of General Spot Remover on hand! That's because this product will remove more common spots and stains than any other single spot remover. It will quickly and easily remove most water-based spots. It will also eliminate combination oil and water spots like salad dressing as well as protein spots such as food, milk, grass, blood, dirt and the vast majority of carpet stains!
Gum, Tar and Grease Remover
When oil based, greasy, sticky spots happen, Gum, Tar and Grease Remover is the answer. This citrus based spotting agent will remove most oily stains and spots with ease. In addition to gum, tar, and grease, this spotter is excellent on crayon, lipstick, shoe polish, wax, inks, adhesives, glues and many other oil based stains.
Coffee and Tea Stain Remover
Coffee and tea drinkers know how difficult it is to remove stains left behind by their favorite beverages. That's because typical supermarket spotters are not designed for the particular chemistry of coffee and tea stains. But Coffee and Tea Stain Remover has been specially formulated to remove coffee and tea stains and it will also remove many other yellowish or brown "tannin" type stains. When the spilled coffee or tea contains large amounts of cream and/or sugar, pre-spot with General Spotter.
Juice and Dye Stain Remover
If you have small children you know that spills are simply a part of life. And because vivid colors and dyes are so common in childrens' food, beverages and medications tough dye stains can occur frequently. Juice and Dye Stain Remover does an amazing job removing these dye stains including fruit juices and other colored drinks. This spotter is also excellent for removing wine stains.
Pet Stain and Odor Remover
Even the most well trained pet gets sick or has an occasional accident, which is why every pet owner should have a bottle of Pet Stain and Odor Remover on hand. And if you have a beloved, older pet that can't help but have accidents, this product can be a lifesaver! This remarkable spot remover has been specially formulated to remove stains and odors caused by pet urine and feces (human, too), vomit and other organic related stains and odors. It uses bio-enzymatic action to break down organic materials making stains and odors easy to remove. This is our number one selling carpet spot remover!
These products are highly effective and very safe when used as directed. Each product is simple and easy to use with clear directions!
Packaged in quarts instead of small bottles like most carpet spotters, these products are not only an outstanding value but you'll have the product when you need it!
To order just call us toll-free at (800) 337-7679 or (618) 277-4450 / 656-1223.
These products are available for the cost of $15.00 per bottle or you may purchase 4 bottles of your choice and receive a fifth bottle for free.
What happens if you aren't able to remove a spot or stain by yourself? Not to worry! We are always available to provide professional spot removal for difficult problems. Just give us a call!
All carpeting requires professional cleaning at least once a year to keep it clean, fresh and looking its best. Plus, regular cleaning protects your warranty and your investment in carpeting as a floor covering.
And research now shows that carpet acts as a filter, trapping all sorts of indoor pollutants. But these pollutants need to periodically be removed from your home by professional cleaning. Having carpeting and having it professionally cleaned on a regular basis can help make your home a healthy one!
We are making these spotters available to help our customers keep their carpet looking its best between cleanings. By having the correct spotting agents on hand, you can take care of spots and spills immediately, keeping your carpeting looking great and preventing a small problem from turning into a big one.