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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.
Stop Stains Before They Start
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
Try This Remedy:
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.
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Beer
Try This Remedy:
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.
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Berries
Try This Remedy:
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.
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Blood
Try This Remedy:
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.
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Butter
Try This Remedy:
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.
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Candle Wax
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Candy
Try This Remedy:
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.
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Catsup
Try This Remedy:
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.
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Chalk
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Chewing Gum
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Chocolate
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Coffee
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Cooking Oil
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Dyes - Blue/Black/Green/Red
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Excrement
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Foundation Makeup
Try This Remedy:
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.
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Fruit Juice
Try This Remedy:
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.
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Furniture Polish
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Grease-Food
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Grease - Auto
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Glue - White
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Glue - Hobby
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Ice Cream
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Ink - Ball Point Pen
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Ink - India
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Ink - Marking Pen
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Juice Drinks - Artificially colored
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Kool-Aid
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Lemonade
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Lipstick
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Mascara
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Mayonnaise
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Mercurochrome
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Methiolate
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Milk
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Mixed Drinks (Liqueurs)
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Mud
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Mustard
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Nail Polish
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Paint - Latex
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Paint - Oil
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Pet Food
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Papier-Mâché
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Shoe Polish
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Shortening
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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Soft Drink
Try This
Remedy:
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.
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