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The first two steps to any stain removal are the same:

  1. Remove any solids
    • Start from the outside and work in toward the center
  2. Blot the excess liquids
    • Use paper towels or a clean towel, do not press hard or scrub

Find the type of Stain below and follow the instructions:

Stain Type  Cleaning Mixture Instructions
Water Soluble
ie. Cola, Gravy, Mud, Juice
Jelly, etc		  1/4 teaspoon of  white vinegar mixed with 32 ounces of water. Spray on mixture or blot on with clean towel.  Blot dry, repeat as necessary.
Blood, Red wines, Coffee, Mustard,
Kool Aid, Tea, etc		 1 tablespoon of ammonia mixed with 1 cup of water Spray on mixture or blot on with clean towel.  Blot dry, repeat as necessary.
Pet accidents one part white vinegar to one part water
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1/2 teaspoon of dish detergent mixed with 32 ounces of water 		Spray on vinegar mixture or blot on with clean towel and blot dry, then Spray on detergent mixture or blot on with clean towel and blot dry.

 Scrubbing stains with a towel or brush or pressing hard will push the stain further into the fibers of the carpet or down into the carpet padding.  Ensure when cleaning a stain that you only blot.

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