Spot Removal Steps

1. Act Quickly! Most carpet available today has been treated with a stain-resist treatment, which means that many spills can be removed if immediate action is taken. The longer the delay, the higher the probability that a spill will damage your carpet and create a permanent stain. Remember, stains will happen with regular wear and are influenced by many factors.

2. Blot liquids with a dry, white, absorbent cloth or white paper toweling (no printing).

3. Do not scrub the area! Scrubbing may cause pile distortion in the affected area. Use a dry cloth or paper towels and blot the area until it is completely dry. For semi-solids, gently scrape up with a rounded utensil such as a spoon. Solids should be broken up and vacuumed until completely removed before scrubbing. If the spot can be identified, locate the substance in the spot removal computer and follow the directions carefully.

4. Pre-Test the spot removal agent in an inconspicuous area to be certain the solution will not damage the fiber or the dye. After applying several drops to the testing area, hold a white cloth on the wet area for 10 seconds. Examine the carpet and cloth for color transfer, color change, or damage to the carpet. If a change occurs, another cleaning solution should be selected.

5. Apply a small amount of the selected cleaning solution to a white cloth and work in gently.

6. Work from the edges of the spill to the center to prevent the spill from spreading. Do not scrub! Blot to absorb as much of the stain as possible. Repeat if necessary.

7. Continue using the first cleaning solution as long as there is a transfer of the spill to the cloth. It is not necessary to use all of the cleaning solutions if the first solution removes the spill.

8. Be patient! Complete removal of the spill may require repeating the same step several times. Do not continue to step 9 until the stain has been completely removed.

9. Rinse the affected area thoroughly with cold water, and blot with a dry cloth until all of the solution has been removed. Some cleaning solutions will cause rapid soiling if the solution is not completely removed.

10. Apply a one-half inch layer of white paper towels to the affected area, and weigh it down with a flat, heavy object. Continue to change paper towels as needed. A dry, absorbent, cleaning compound may be used as a substitute to accelerate drying time.

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For more detailed information on a specific spill, please call Chem-Dry San Antonio at (210) 680-1370 to see if we can help. Many fiber manufacturers also provide a toll-free cleaning assistance and advice.