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Ballpoint Pen
How To Remove It:
To remove ink stains, first blot the stain with a dry cloth, then apply a vinegar and water solution before blotting with baking soda. Finally, rinse and dry the area thoroughly.
Barbecue Sauce
How To Remove It:
To remove barbecue sauce stains, first blot the stain with a dry cloth, then apply a solution of dish soap and water before blotting with baking soda. Finally, rinse and dry the area thoroughly.
Battery Acid
How To Remove It:
This is a dangerous substance and should only be handled by professionals.
Beer
How To Remove It:
To remove beer stains, blot the stain, apply a solution of dish soap and water, and blot with baking soda. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Bleach
How To Remove It:
Unfortunately, bleach stains on carpets are often permanent. DO NOT try to clean it with an ammonia based cleaner. Vacuum the bleach out and rinse with water.
Blood
How To Remove It:
To remove blood stains, blot the stain with a cold water dampened cloth, then apply a solution of dish soap and cold water before blotting with baking soda. Finally, rinse and dry the area thoroughly.
Important Note: Always use cold water for blood stains, as hot water can set the stain.
Chocolate
How To Remove It:
To remove chocolate stains, first scrape off any excess chocolate, then blot the stain with a dry cloth. Apply a solution of dish soap and water, then blot with baking soda. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Coffee
How To Remove It:
To remove coffee stains, blot the stain with a dry cloth, then apply a solution of white vinegar and water (1:1 ratio). Blot with baking soda, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
Cooking Grease
How To Remove It:
To remove cooking grease stains, blot the stain with a dry cloth, then apply a solution of dish soap and water. Blot with baking soda, rinse, and dry thoroughly. For stubborn grease stains, you can try using a small amount of cornstarch to absorb the grease before cleaning.
Cooking Oil
How To Remove It:
To remove cooking oil stains, blot the stain with a dry cloth, then apply a solution of dish soap and water. Blot with baking soda, rinse, and dry thoroughly. You can also try using cornstarch to absorb the oil before cleaning.
Dry Erase Marker
How To Remove It:
To remove dry erase marker stains, blot the stain with a dry cloth, then apply rubbing alcohol or a solution of dish soap and water. Blot with baking soda, rinse, and dry thoroughly. You can also try using a non-gel toothpaste to remove the stain.
Feces
How To Remove It:
For feces stains, it's best to contact a professional carpet cleaner like Mr. Steam. Feces can contain harmful bacteria and require specialized cleaning to ensure proper sanitation and odor removal.
Food Coloring
How To Remove It:
For food coloring stains, it's best to contact a professional carpet cleaner like Mr. Steam. Food coloring can be very difficult to remove, especially if it has set into the carpet fibers. Professional cleaners have the expertise and specialized solutions to effectively address these types of stains.
Fruit Juice
How To Remove It:
To remove fruit juice stains, blot the stain with a dry cloth, then apply a solution of white vinegar and water (1:1 ratio). Blot with baking soda, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
Gum
How To Remove It:
To remove gum, harden the gum with ice cubes in a plastic bag, then carefully scrape it off with a blunt object. You can try using a cleaning solution of dish soap and water for any remaining residue, then blot, rinse, and dry.
Honey
How To Remove It:
To remove honey stains, blot the stain with a dry cloth, then apply a solution of dish soap and water. Blot with baking soda, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
Ketchup
How To Remove It:
To remove ketchup stains, blot the stain with a dry cloth, then apply a solution of dish soap and water. Blot with baking soda, rinse, and dry thoroughly. You can also try using a solution of white vinegar and water (1:1 ratio) for stubborn stains.
Kids' Marker
How To Remove It:
For kids' marker stains, it's best to contact a professional carpet cleaner like Mr. Steam. Different types of markers require different cleaning approaches, and professional cleaners have the expertise and solutions to effectively remove these stains without damaging your carpet.
Makeup
How To Remove It:
To remove makeup stains, first blot the stain with a dry cloth to remove any excess makeup. Then, apply a solution of dish soap and water, and blot with baking soda. Rinse and dry thoroughly. For stubborn makeup stains, you can try using rubbing alcohol or a specialized makeup remover.
Milk
How To Remove It:
To remove milk stains, blot the stain with a dry cloth, then apply a solution of dish soap and water. Blot with baking soda, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
Motor Oil
How To Remove It:
For motor oil stains, it's best to contact a professional carpet cleaner like Mr. Steam. Motor oil can be very difficult to remove and may require specialized cleaning solutions and techniques.
Mustard
How To Remove It:
To remove mustard stains, blot the stain with a dry cloth, then apply a solution of dish soap and water. Blot with baking soda, rinse, and dry thoroughly. You can also try using a solution of white vinegar and water (1:1 ratio) for stubborn stains.
Paint
How To Remove It:
For paint stains, the best approach depends on the type of paint.
Water-based paint: Blot the stain with a damp cloth, then apply a solution of dish soap and water. Blot with baking soda, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
Oil-based paint: It's best to contact a professional carpet cleaner like Mr. Steam, as oil-based paint can be very difficult to remove.
Permanent Marker
How To Remove It:
For permanent marker stains, it's best to contact a professional carpet cleaner like Mr. Steam. Permanent marker is designed to be, well, permanent! Professional cleaners have specialized solutions and techniques that may be able to remove or minimize the appearance of these stains without damaging your carpet.
Plant Water
How To Remove It:
To remove plant water stains, blot the stain with a dry cloth, then apply a solution of white vinegar and water (1:1 ratio). Blot with baking soda, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
Rust
How To Remove It:
For rust stains, it's best to contact a professional carpet cleaner like Mr. Steam. Rust can be difficult to remove and may require specialized cleaning solutions.
Shoe Polish
How To Remove It:
To remove shoe polish stains, first blot the stain with a dry cloth to remove any excess polish. Then, apply a solution of dish soap and water, and blot with baking soda. Rinse and dry thoroughly. For stubborn shoe polish stains, you can try using rubbing alcohol or a specialized leather cleaner.
Soot
How To Remove It:
For soot stains, it's best to contact a professional carpet cleaner like Mr. Steam. Soot can be difficult to remove and may require specialized cleaning solutions and techniques.
Spaghetti Sauce
How To Remove It:
To remove spaghetti sauce stains, blot the stain with a dry cloth, then apply a solution of dish soap and water. Blot with baking soda, rinse, and dry thoroughly. You can also try using a solution of white vinegar and water (1:1 ratio) for stubborn stains.
Tar
How To Remove It:
For tar stains, it's best to contact a professional carpet cleaner like Mr. Steam. Tar can be very difficult to remove and may require specialized cleaning solutions and techniques.
Tea
How To Remove It:
To remove tea stains, blot the stain with a dry cloth, then apply a solution of white vinegar and water (1:1 ratio). Blot with baking soda, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
Vomit
How To Remove It:
For vomit stains, it's best to contact a professional carpet cleaner like Mr. Steam. Vomit can contain harmful bacteria and requires specialized cleaning to ensure proper sanitation and odor removal.
Wax
How To Remove It:
To remove wax, harden the wax with ice cubes in a plastic bag, then carefully scrape it off with a blunt object. You can try using a cleaning solution of dish soap and water for any remaining residue, then blot, rinse, and dry. For stubborn wax stains, you can try using rubbing alcohol or a specialized wax remover.
Red Wine
How To Remove It:
To remove red wine stains, blot the stain with a dry cloth, then apply a solution of white vinegar and water (1:1 ratio). Blot with baking soda, rinse, and dry thoroughly. You can also try using salt to absorb the wine before cleaning.
White Wine
How To Remove It:
To remove white wine stains, blot the stain with a dry cloth, then apply a solution of dish soap and water. Blot with baking soda, rinse, and dry thoroughly.