Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration
Spot Removal Guide
Consumer Version

Choose Spot or Stain

Acetone

• Acetone is the primary ingredient in many non-oily fingernail polishes and removers. It evaporates very rapidly and is highly flammable. Acetone dissolves acetate fibers. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water; blot with lukewarm water with a white towel; blot dry with a dry white towel. Because Acetone is such a strong solvent if it penetrated into the backing of the carpet the carpet may buckle up and come unglued. A professional may be required to re-glue the carpet or replace the damaged area.
• Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

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  Acne Medicine

  • Most acne medicines (and many other medications) contain Benzoyl Peroxide which gradually forms Hydrogen Peroxide and can eventually leave bleach spots in carpet. Blot with a non-flammable dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of household ammonia per cup of water blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water blot with lukewarm water with a white towel blot dry with a dry white towel . A professional may be required to re-dye any bleached out area.
  • Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Alcohol

  • Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Asphalt / Driveway Sealer / Parking Lot Sealer / Creosote

  • If not removed when fresh yellow stain from asphalt off parking lots and driveways is nearly impossible to completely remove without delaminating the carpet. This yellowing is particularly obvious with blue and gray carpet.
  • For small areas blot with a non-flammable dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Ball Point Pen Ink

  • Absorb all ink on surface with dry white unprinted paper towels. Blot with an Acetone-based nail polish remover or blot with Rx for Ink on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1/4 of a cup of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Beer

  • Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. If large quantity apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Berry Stain

  • Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. If large quantity has spilled apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day before attempting removal. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day. At your own risk, you can apply household peroxide to the stain and allow to dry overnight - this may bleach out the carpet!
  • Rx for Juice is specially designed for removing juice stains by the consumer.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  BHT Yellowing

  • BHT (Butylated Hydroxy-Toluene) is a preservative used in rebond pad (and bread). With stain-resistant nylon carpet sometimes BHT turns the carpet yellow especially under throw rugs under low-lying furniture and in closets. Apply a solution of 10% Citric Acid (1 pound per gallon). Citric Acid is available at some drugstores. Leave overnight. Vacuum.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Bleach

  • Permanent color damage will occur except on most solution-dyed fibers. Bleach dissolves wool!
  • Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. To neutralize the bleach with an anti-chlor make a pint of hot water containing 2 ounces of Rit Dye’s Color Remover or White Wash (obtainable in most discount stores and fabric stores). Pour the solution directly onto the affected area and work in. NOTE: while rare, this solution itself can bleach out the carpet dye. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot with a solution of 1/4 of a cup of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. A professional may be required to re-dye any bleached out area.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Blood

  • Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water.
  • Perky^® Spotter and Rx All Purpose Spotter usually will remove blood and other stains.
  • If not fully removed apply household Hydrogen Peroxide (the 3% drugstore variety) to the stain and blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. NOTE: Sometimes the Hydrogen Peroxide will bleach out the carpet fibers. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Browning / Jute Stain

  • A carpet or rug, particularly wool, will sometimes gain a brown tint on the tips if cleaned with an overly strong high pH detergent. This will sometimes occur particularly on wool if the carpet is left wet too long after cleaning, spill, flood, etc. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Butter

  • Scrape up residue. Blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Calcium Chloride Ice Melt Ice Melt Salt Snow Melting Compound

  • If dry thoroughly vacuum first. If wet blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Carbon Black / Fingerprint Dust / Dry Photocopier Toner / Soot

  • It is EXTREMELY important that you NOT get this type of material wet initially! Vacuum thoroughly until you see no more then vacuum some more! Be sure to clean off the vacuum cleaner brush when done! Blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Carbon Paper

  • Blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. NOTE: Some carbon paper inks are more readily removed with Alcohol than with dry cleaning fluid
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Chalk

  • Chalk is Calcium Carbonate. Carpenter’s chalk is simply chalk with a pigment dye added for visibility, but is usually impossible to remove. First thoroughly vacuum. Chalk is readily soluble in mild acid. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. If any stain from carpenter’s chalk is left blot with Alcohol.
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  Chewing Gum

  • Place several ice cubes in a plastic bag and press against the chewing gum so that it gets brittle and can be pulled or broken off. Small bits can be cut out.
  • For any remaining gum, blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. or Rx Spotter for Gum on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Scrape up residue. Re-clean with the dry cleaning fluid.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Chocolate / Creme de Menthe

  • Scrape off excess and absorb. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Clay / Red Clay

  • Thoroughly vacuum. If from a flower pot, blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Coffee / Tea

  • Use Rx for Coffee Spotter per directions.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Cola Drink / Soft Drink

  • A soft drink spill is usually deep into the backing and wicking with attendant resoiling can be a major problem. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Cough Medicine or Syrup / Vitamins (Liquid) / Children’s Medicine

  • Blot with Alcohol until totally removed. Blot with a solution of 1/4 of a cup of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • Rx for Juice is quite often very successful in removing dyed medications.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Crayon

  • For upholstery stain,s press transparent tape against the crayon marks to remove them. Scrape loose crayon off and pick up large pieces. Vacuum thoroughly WITHOUT brush agitation. Blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Any remaining color can usually be removed by blotting with Alcohol.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Crepe Paper Dye / Felt Pad Dye

  • Blot with Alcohol. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Dandruff Shampoo

  • Frequently contains sulfur compounds which may turn the fibers permanently brown. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Duco® Cement

  • Blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel.
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    If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Egg (Raw)

  • Immediately scrape off all excess. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • Rx for Milk Spotter was designed specifically for the consumer to remove spots like this.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Ether

  • Caution - Ether is extremely flammable and will severely damage the integrity of the carpet backing. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Towel used will be very flammable until it has dried.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Fabric Softener

  • Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Blot with Alcohol. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Food Coloring / Kool-Aid^® / Popsicle

  • For dry food dyes such as some Easter egg dye powders, THOROUGHLY vacuum before proceeding with any wet techniques. Blot with Alcohol. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. If a heavy spill apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • Rx for Juice Spotter was designed to help the consumer in removing food coloring dyes and juice stains from carpet.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Furniture Polish

  • If liquid, blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Furniture Stain

  • If liquid, blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. If down in the backing it is highly unlikely that you will get all of the stain out. The fibers will probably be permanently stained. If dry, blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1/4 of a cup of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Gentian Violet

  • Blot with Alcohol. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Grape Juice

  • If a heavy spill apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day. If any stain remains blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • Rx for Juice Spotter was designed to help the consumer in removing food coloring dyes and juice stains from carpet.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Gravy

  • Scrape up residue. Blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Grease (vehicle)

  • Scrape up residue. Blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Hair Dye

  • Hair dye is one of the most severe stains there is for carpet and can seldom be thoroughly removed! Blot with Alcohol. Blot with a solution of 1/4 of a cup of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Replacement of the stained section may even be necessary.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Ice Cream

  • Scrape up residue.
  • Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel.
  • Rx for Milk Spotter was designed specifically for the consumer to remove spots like this.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Ink (India)

  • Blot with an Acetone-based nail polish remover or blot with Rx for Ink on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1/4 of a cup of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Ink (Permanent) / Felt Tip Markers

  • Blot with an Acetone-based nail polish remover or blot with Rx for Ink on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1/4 of a cup of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Ink (Washable)

  • If a heavy spill, scrape up residue. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Blot with Alcohol.
  • Blot with an Acetone-based nail polish remover or blot with Rx for Ink on a white towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Insecticides

  • Most insecticides permanently stain bleach or discolor carpet fibers with little chance of restoring the carpet to the original color.
  • Vacuum thoroughly. Blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Iodine / Betadine®

  • Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Blot with Alcohol.
  • Perky^® Spotter and Rx All Purpose Spotter usually will remove such stains.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Fuel Oil / Gasoline / Kerosene

  • If heavily spilled on upholstery or into the backing and pad of a carpet elimination of the odor is very difficult. Pad or filler material will have to be replaced. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1/4 of a cup of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Ketchup / Catsup

  • Scrape up residue. Apply a damp WHITE towel to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day. Scrape up unabsorbed residue. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Lacquer / Linseed Oil

  • If wet, absorb with dry white towels. Scrape up any dried material. Blot with an Acetone-based nail polish remover. Blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Lipstick

  • Scrape up residue. Remove all loose material. Blot with an Acetone-based nail polish remover. Blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Mascara

  • Blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Merthiolate

  • Blot with Alcohol. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • Perky^® Spotter and Rx All Purpose Spotter usually will remove such stains.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Mildew

  • If the carpet is 100% solution dyed olefin (polypropylene), spray bleach onto the mildewed area & leave 1 hour; blot with water; dry blot with white towels. CAUTION: Do not get on any other surfaces!
  • If not 100% solution dyed olefin, blot with a solution of 1/4 of a cup of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • Microban ^® can be successfully used to treat mildew on most surfaces.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.
  • NOTE: Black mildew on fabric indicates probable severe irreversible damage. Be extremely careful - the fabric is probably very weak!

   

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  Milk

  • If souring has occurred, professional treatment or removal of the affected section of the pad will be necessary.
  • Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. If heavy spill apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • Rx for Milk Spotter was designed specifically for the consumer to remove spots like this.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Mucilage / Mucous

  • Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Blot with a solution of 1/4 of a cup of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel.
  • If unsuccessful, a stronger solution may be required, such as Rx for Adhesives or Rx for Gum.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Mustard

  • Because it contains a disperse dye, mustard is very difficult to totally remove.
  • If the carpet is 100% solution dyed olefin (polypropylene), scrape up residue, spray bleach onto the stained area leave 1 hour blot with water, dry blot with white towels. CAUTION: Do not get on any other surfaces!
  • For other surfaces scrape off loose material. Blot with a solution of 1/4 of a cup of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Nail Polish

  • Blot with an Acetone-based nail polish remover. Blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1/4 of a cup of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.
  • CAUTION: Amyl Acetate, Acetone and most nail polish removers are highly flammable and dissolve acetate fibers.

   

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  Oil (Petroleum)

  • Blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Orange Drink

  • If a heavy spill leave a weighted moist towel on the spot overnight. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • Rx for Juice Spotter was designed to help the consumer in removing food coloring dyes and juice stains from carpet.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Paint (Latex)

  • If wet and on surface, blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Paint (Oil Based) / Varnish

  • If wet, blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. If dry, scrape up residue. Blot with an Acetone-based nail polish remover. Blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1/4 of a cup of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with a solution of 2 tablespoons of HOUSEHOLD ammonia per cup of water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Phenol (1%)

  • Blot with Alcohol. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Potting Soil

  • Let dry completely before treating. Dry vacuum until all soil is removed. Soil may contain fertilizers and insecticides which often leave permanent stains. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Apply a one-half inch layer of WHITE (no printing) paper towels to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Rubber Cement

  • Scrape up residue. Blot with an Acetone-based nail polish remover. Blot with a dry cleaning fluid such as Carbona^® or Energine^® or Rx Dry Solvent Spotter or Rx for Spotting P.O.G. on a white towel. Do not pour directly on the carpet or you will destroy the latex glue holding the primary and secondary backing together. Blot with a solution of 1 teaspoon maximum of liquid HAND dish washing detergent per cup of lukewarm water. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Rust

  • Vacuum up loose rust. Blot with a solution of 1 cup of WHITE vinegar per 2 cups of water. Apply a of WHITE towel saturated with white vinegar to the affected area and weight down with a flat heavy object and remove the next day. Blot with lukewarm water with a white towel. Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel.
  • Rx for Rust was specifically designed for the consumer to use in removing rust stains.
  • If unsuccessful, Call Pro-Tech Cleaning and Restoration at (830)816-3202 Boerne, (210)680-3355 San Antonio, (800)786-2422 Outside Areas.

   

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  Shoe Polish (Liquid)

  • Blot dry with a dry WHITE absorbent towel. Blot with an