Having a home with rugs and carpets is never easy because there will always be spills even if you are careful all the time. How to remove carpet stains is something we are asked all the time. For most stains and spills, the first thing you do is the most important in determining the end result. So after any kind of spill don’t panic and grab the first carpet cleaning product you see! If you are in any doubt by the way, it might just be best to give Health Rangers a call let’s help you get rid of the stains PROFESSIONALLY.
The first step is to try to remove as much of the spill as possible, so use a clean white cloth or towel to soak up any spilled liquid on the carpet. Also gently scrap off any solids.
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Removing Red/Brown Stains
Stains such as coffee, wine, and soft drinks stains have a low PH level. The lower the Ph the more likely it is that the substance will leave a stain. To neutralize acidic stains you can use a few drops of dish washing detergent mixed with warm water. Lightly put the liquid onto the stain (do not over wet the carpet). Then gently rub off with a clean dry towel. Repeat until the stain has gone and make sure you dry the area well. If this method fails to remove all traces of the stain, then use hydrogen peroxide dab a little on the stain, wait an hour and repeat if necessary.
P:S – Do not use any product containing bleach.
Time is also important as the longer the stain is left on the rug the harder it is to remove.
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Removing Red/Brown Stains
Stains such as coffee, wine, and soft drinks stains have a low PH level. The lower the Ph the more likely it is that the substance will leave a stain. To neutralize acidic stains you can use a few drops of dish washing detergent mixed with warm water. Lightly put the liquid onto the stain (do not over wet the carpet). Then gently rub off with a clean dry towel. Repeat until the stain has gone and make sure you dry the area well. If this method fails to remove all traces of the stain, then use hydrogen peroxide dab a little on the stain, wait an hour and repeat if necessary.
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Protein Based Stains
Substances that contain living organisms such as blood, egg and milk contain protein and we recommend you call us to remove these types of stains rather than attempting to remove them yourself. The spots can be hazardous and require specialized handling. They also need to be thoroughly rinsed from the carpet after stain removal and this is best done with an extraction machine.
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Protein Based Stains
Stains such as rust, ink, paint, oil, grease, and other non-water soluble substances should not be removed with water as you will only make the stain worse. Call us for help and advice. We do not recommend you try to remove the stains yourself. Make sure you thoroughly rinse the chemicals from the carpet after stain removal and therefore an extraction machine is essential.
Help is just a phone call away, so call us to help you get rid of those stains.