Remove these 5 common carpet stains before the holidays!

With the holidays fast approaching you’re likely gearing up for loads of visitors and are busy tidying your home for the endless flow of traffic. With tons of people visiting it’s only natural to want your home looking it’s best, including tidying up any stains.

Remove these top 5 stains painlessly before the holidays begin.

To remove juice stains (including kool-aid) from carpet:

• Blot the stain. Never rub or smear to avoid spreading the stain.
• Mix ¼ cup of white vinegar, and 1 tablespoon Dawn dish soap in a bottle. Fill the rest with water.
• Spray the stained area and allow the mixture to soak for 5-10 minutes.
• Blot with a clean, dry towel until the stain is removed.

To remove pet stains from carpet:

• First, clean up the mess.
• Remember: Blot wet messes to avoid spreading them
• If the stain is dried on the carpet, the best way to clean it is to moisten it.
• Use a pet stain specific cleaner on the affected area 
• To neutralize odors, create a solution of ½ vinegar and ½ warm water. Spray the solution onto the spot and allow it to soak for several minutes Proceed with blotting until the area is almost completely dry then sprinkle baking soda over the soiled area. Mix half a cup of hydrogen peroxide with one teaspoon of liquid detergent together. Pour the mixture over the baking powder and rub the into the carpet. Allow the mixture to dry completely then vacuum.

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To remove coffee stains from carpet:

• Dry the spot by blotting.
• Mix ¼ cup of white vinegar, and 1 tablespoon Dawn dish soap in a bottle. Fill the rest of the bottle with water.
• Spritz the area until saturated and blot to dry. 

To remove blood stains from carpet:

• Treat the stain as soon as possible. A quick response is key to completely removing blood stains.
• Use cold water instead of warm or hot water as it prevents the blood from further penetrating the carpet.
• Add 2 teaspoons of liquid dish soap in a bottle full of cold water and spray the solution on the stain. Moisten the carpet ensuring the stain is completely saturated by the cold water solution.
• Use a paper towel or dry cloth to blot the stain up.
• Rinse with cold water and repeat as needed.

To remove ink stains from carpet:

• Dampen a clean cloth with isopropyl alcohol and dab it on the ink stain.
• Do not rub or scrub! This could distribute the ink to a larger area.
• Repeat the process as needed. 
• Ensure you rinse with water and blot dry. 

Different types of carpet will react differently to stain removal mixtures or products. Ensure you test each mixture/product in a small concealed area to ensure that there will be no discoloration to your carpet. 

No time for stain removal before your guests arrive? Give us a call today and check cleaning and stain removal off your to do list!