SPOT REMOVAL STEPS - THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW
Act Quickly! Most carpet available
today has been treated with a stain-resist treatment, so many spills
can be removed if immediate action is taken. The longer the delay,
the higher the probability of a spill becoming a permanent stain.
Remember, staining is influenced by many factors, and no carpet is
completely stain proof.
Blot Liquids with a dry, white,
absorbent cloth or or white paper toweling (no printing).
Do Not Scrub The Area! Scrubbing may
cause pile distortion in the affected area. Continue to use a dry
cloth or paper towels until the area is completely dry. For
semi-solids, gently scrape up with a rounded spoon. Solids should be
broken up and vacuumed until completely removed. If the spot can be
identified, locate the substance in the spot removal computer and
follow the directions carefully .
Pretest any 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.
Apply a small amount of the selected
cleaning solution to a white cloth and work in gently.
Work from the edges of the spill to the
center to prevent the spill from spreading. Do not scrub! Blot in
order to absorb as much as possible, and repeat if necessary.
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.
Be Patient! Complete removal of the
spill may require repeating the same step several times. After the
spill has been completely removed, 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. Apply a
one-half inch layer of white paper towels to the affected area, and
weigh down with a flat, heavy object. Continue to change paper
towels as needed.