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Lancaster, PA Clean Carpets by Advanced II Carpet Care Spots and Stains
Lancaster carpet cleaners


We all have accidents and we know that Spots and Spills will happen....
 

Elizabethtown Carpet Cleaner

 

"Blotting and "Applying" are the basic steps of any carpet spill cleanup.
Start by blotting up the spill using clean white absorbent materials like a terry cloth or paper towels.
Work from the outer edge inward toward the center.
Keep turning or replacing the towel so a fresh surface is always being applied to the carpet.
Gently scrape up solids with the edge of a spoon.
While you work, keep an eye on the towel. As long as you are getting the color of the spill to transfer onto the towel you are making progress.
Keep blotting until you are not getting anymore transfer. NEVER RUB. Rubbing can fuzz or distort carpet fibers, as well as spread the stain.
 

 Elizabethtown PA Carpet Cleaner
NEVER USE ALL-PURPOSE SPRAY CLEANERS, BLEACH, OR ALKALINE DETERGENTS-THIS CAN DAMAGE YOUR CARPET
"Not all spots and stains can be removed !! In some cases the stain can permanently dis-color the carpet. In such cases dying or repair replacement are needed."

 

BASIC SPOT REMOVAL STEPS

  • Using white absorbent cloth or paper towels, blot up or scoop up as much of the spill as possible.
  • Never rub !! Rubbing can alter the texture of the carpet.
  • Apply (without over wetting) clean warm (not hot) water to the stained area.
  • Blot up firmly to remove as much moisture as possible. Repeat until there's no stain or no further transfer of stain color.
    If the stain remains on the carpet, apply (without over wetting) a solution of warm water and a mild NON-BLEACH liquid laundry detergent (1 teaspoon to 1 quart of water). Clear mild dishwashing liquid, without additives like hand softeners or scents, is also ok. Let stand for about 5 minutes.
  • IMPORTANT STEP Blot up the detergent. Then apply clear warm water (without overwetting). Blot up water. Once again apply clear warm water. Blot up water. Repeat until all detergent is removed. Detergent residue accelerates resoiling!!
  • Absorb remaining moisture with layers of white paper towels weighted down overnight with a non-staining glass or ceramic object.
    When completely dry, vacuum or lightly brush the pile to restore texture. After drying if the stain reappears, it may be because some of the stain remained deep in the pile and "wick'd" up to the surface. If so, repeat steps 3-6.
  • If the stain remians, it is time to call Us, the stain professionals.