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Blot as much as possible with white towels. Do not use too much detergent because the residue will contribute to rapid re-soiling.ī. Rinse thoroughly by spraying with clean water, and then blot or extract. Spray lightly onto the spot and blot repeatedly with white towels, working from the outer edge in toward the center of the spot to avoid spreading. If any of the stain remains, use the detergent previously described. Blot the stained area with white towels dampened with cool water until there is no more transfer of the stain onto the towels. Absorb as much as possible with white towels. The following recommendations are for spot cleaning.Ī. Draw out any remaining moisture by placing several layers of white towels over the spot and weighing them down with a heavy object that will not transfer color.Always follow up with water to remove detergent residue that may become sticky and cause rapid re-soiling.When blotting, work from the outer edge in toward the center of the spot to avoid spreading the spill. Always blot never rub or scrub abrasively, as a fuzzy area may result.Absorb wet spills as quickly as possible by blotting repeatedly with white paper of cloth towels.Remove as much of food spills as possible by scraping gently with a spoon or dull knife.Prompt attention to spots and spills is essential. Non-flammable spot remover specifically for grease, oil, or tar, such as Carbona, Energine, or K2R. Chewing gum remover (freeze or solid type).ħ. An ammonia solution of one tablespoon of ammonia to one cup of water. A solution of white vinegar and water (1 part vinegar to 1 part water).Ĥ. Do not use detergents which are cloudy or creamy because they may leave a sticky residue.Ģ. A clear, non-bleach liquid dishwashing detergent such as Dawn, Joy, or clear Ivory is recommended. A solution of a mild liquid detergent (no more than 1/4 teaspoon of detergent to 32 ounces of water). Do not use any household cleaners other than those listed, since many household products contain chemicals that may permanently damage your carpet.ġ. A good checklist to handle spills should include the following items.