CARPET REMEDIES AND TIPS
**The information disclosed is only a RECOMMENDATION. Scott’s Cleaning Service is not liable for any damage (if any) caused by these remedies. (HINT: ALWAYS test a small portion of your carpet to ensure no further damage will be obtained!)**
Carpet Odor Remedies
Pet Odors:
Step 1. Blot up as much as you can with paper towels (the more you can get out before it dries, the easier it will be to remove the odor)
Step 2. Apply a small amount of clean water with a little mild dish-washing liquid and then blot dry with paper towels or a white cloth (Preferred method: obtain a free bottle of ‘Spot Out’ from Scott’s Cleaning Service. Come by our office or give us a call today to obtain your free bottle)!
Step 3. Apply baking soda (odor neutralizer) to mask and soak up what is still left in the carpet.
Step 4. Allow baking soda to remain until it dries, then vacuum it up.
Vomit Stain/Odors:
Step 1: Remove (scrape up) as much of the vomit as possible to prevent stains
Step 2: Blot the area with a paper towel or white cloth (DO NOT SCRUB) this step will help keep the stain from spreading and most of the stain will be removed.
Step 3: Pour a generous amount of basic clean water on the stain
Step 4: Blot the stain to soak up as MUCH water as possible with a paper towel or a clean white cloth
Step 5: Put a generous amount of club soda on the stain (Preferred method: obtain a free bottle of ‘Spot Out’ from Scott’s Cleaning Service. Come by our office or give us a call today to obtain your free bottle)!
Step 6: Blot the stain to soak up as much of the club soda as possible with a paper towel or a clean white cloth
Step 7: (If club soda doesn’t work) add a small amount of dish-washing liquid to a very damp WHITE cloth and GENTLY rub into the stain (DO NOT USE MUCH PRESSURE)
Step 8: Use a clean white dry towel to blot up the liquid (if the area is a little soapy, add a little more water to the area and blot it up again)
Step 9: Carpet deodorizer MUST be used to remove the smell (try applying baking soda)
Carpet Stain Remedies
General Carpet Stains:
Step 1: Blot the stain with a paper towel or white cloth (DO NOT SCRUB) this step will help keep the stain from spreading and most of the stain will be absorbed.
Step 2: Pour a generous amount of basic clean water on the stain
Step 3: Blot the stain to soak up as MUCH water as possible with a paper towel or a clean white cloth
Step 4: Put a generous amount of club soda on the stain (Preferred method: obtain a free bottle of ‘Spot Out’ from Scott’s Cleaning Service. Come by our office or give us a call today to obtain your free bottle)!
Step 5: Blot the stain to soak up the club soda with a paper towel or a clean white cloth
Step 6: (If club soda doesn’t work) add a small amount of dishwashing liquid to a very damp WHITE cloth and GENTLY rub into the stain (DO NOT USE MUCH PRESSURE)
Step 7: Use a clean white dry towel to blot up the liquid (if the area is a little soapy, add a little more water to the area and blot it up again)
Ink Stains:
Step 1: Blot the stain with a paper towel or white cloth (DO NOT SCRUB) this step will help keep the stain from spreading and most of the stain will be absorbed.
Step 2: Pour a little bit of rubbing alcohol onto a white cloth and blot the area (Preferred method: obtain a free bottle of ‘Spot Out’ from Scott’s Cleaning Service. Come by our office or give us a call today to obtain your free bottle)!
Wine Stains:
Step 1: Blot the stain with a paper towel or white cloth (DO NOT SCRUB) this step will help keep the stain from spreading and most of the stain will be absorbed.
Step 2: Apply a generous amount of white wine or club soda and blot the area (Preferred method: obtain a free bottle of ‘Spot Out’ from Scott’s Cleaning Service. Come by our office or give us a call today to obtain your free bottle)!
Chocolate Stains:
Step 1: Soak the area using 1/2 cup hydrogen peroxide mixed with 1 teaspoon of ammonia for approximately 20 minutes
Step 2: Blot the stain to remove the excess liquid and the chocolate should be gone
Step 3: Flush the area with club soda (Preferred method: obtain a free bottle of ‘Spot Out’ from Scott’s Cleaning Service. Come by our office or give us a call today to obtain your free bottle)!
Step 4: Blot the area one last time to remove the club soda
Coffee Stains:
Step 1: Blot the stain with a paper towel or white cloth (DO NOT SCRUB) this step will help keep the stain from spreading and most of the stain will be absorbed.
Step 2: Put a generous amount of club soda on the stain (Preferred method: obtain a free bottle of ‘Spot Out’ from Scott’s Cleaning Service. Come by our office or give us a call today to obtain your free bottle)!
Step 3: Blot the stain to soak up the club soda with a paper towel or a clean white cloth
Step 4: (If club soda doesn’t work) try pouring some hydrogen peroxide onto the area
Step 5: Blot the stain to soak up the peroxide with a paper towel or a clean white cloth
Step 6: Pour a generous amount of basic clean water on the area
Step 7: Blot the area to soak up the water with a paper towel or a clean white cloth
Gum Removal:
Step 1: Try to pull off as much gum as possible (don’t put any pressure on the gum as it will seep deeper into the fibers)
Step 2: Put 1 or 2 ice cubes in a plastic bag and seal it
Step 3: Lay the plastic bag over the top of the wax for approximate 5 minutes (or until gum is frozen)
Step 4: Very carefully and patiently, start from the bottom of one side of the gum and peel it from the carpet (you can use a butter knife to do this)
Step 5: If there is any remaining gum residue on your carpet, spray some gentle solvent (ex: Goo be Gone) onto the affected area and blot with a paper towel or a clean white cloth (Preferred method: obtain a free bottle of ‘Spot Out’ from Scott’s Cleaning Service. Come by our office or give us a call today to obtain your free bottle)!
Candle Wax Removal:
Step 1: Next to the stain, lay down a clean cloth and set aside 2 long pieces of a brown paper bag
Step 2: Set your iron to high – no steam
Step 3: Lay the top of the paper bag on the wax and press the iron onto the bag for a few seconds. (As you move the paper out and continue ironing SLOWLY be sure to keep the bag that contains the melted wax, onto the cloth to ensure none of the melted wax gets back onto the carpet)
Step 4: This is a bit of a slow process, but as long as it keeps melting onto the brown paper bag, most or all of the wax should be removed. Keep ironing onto each of the bags until the wax is fully removed. You will know when it’s fully removed when the wax stop melting onto the bag
Step 5: After all of the wax is removed, saturate the affected area with all-purpose spotter (Preferred method: obtain a free bottle of ‘Spot Out’ from Scott’s Cleaning Service. Come by our office or give us a call today to obtain your free bottle)!
Step 6: Fold a clean dry cloth onto the saturated area
Step 7: Firmly press the iron on top of the cloth and steam away any residue for about 20-30 seconds
Odor/Stain Removing Tips:
Tip #1: For most cases, you will start with the basics, such as blotting and then applying CLEAN water to the area, re-blotting, and then going from there (Preferred method: obtain a free bottle of ‘Spot Out’ from Scott’s Cleaning Service. Come by our office or give us a call today to obtain your free bottle)!
Tip #2: Ordinary carpet shampoo removes dirt so ALWAYS apply carpet deodorizer (try baking soda) to remove any smells
Tip #3: Sprinkle baking soda on carpet with odors (pets, smoke, etc) and leave it on overnight to allow it to soak in as much of the odor as possible (Vacuum up the baking soda the following day. This should remove MOST of the odors)
Carpet Care Tips:
Tip #1: Dirt and sand is sharp and can cut through carpet fibers. With damaged carpet, stains are harder to remove and it’s easier for stains to set in. Vacuuming often will not only remove dirt but your carpet will last a lot longer.
Tip #2: Using area rugs on heavy traffic areas and having a mat outside of the front door brings less dirt into your home, causing less damage and extending the life of your carpet
Tip #3: Removing your shoes before entering your home is a sure way to extend the life of your carpet.
Tip #4: Carpet protector keeps carpet more clean and safe from spills and stains from soaking into it.
Carpet Stain Do’s and Don’ts:
Tip #1: ACT QUICKLY! The longer a stain dries the more it will set and the harder it is to remove
Tip #2: OBTAIN a free bottle of ‘Spot Out’ from Scott’s Cleaning Service Come by our office or give us a call today!
Tip #3: NEVER try to scrub a stain out, as it may spread the stain and even deeper into the fibers
Tip #4: ALWAYS use a white towel to blot up any stains, as colored towels can ‘bleed’ causing more damage to the stain(s)
If you find that none of these remedies work to your satisfaction, give us a call RIGHT AWAY. The sooner Scott’s Cleaning Service can come in to remove the stains/odors, the more successful the outcome will be! Remember, you can always call or come in to obtain your FREE bottle of ‘Spot Out’ or if you have any questions, we are more than happy to assist you in any way we can.
