Pro’s Choice Carpet and Rug Spot and Stain Removal Procedures

from Bane-Clene®

THERE ARE 4 PRIMARY CARPET & RUG STAIN CATEGORIES

  1. Petroleum Based Stains: Petroleum Derivative - Examples: Gum, Grease, Tar, Ink, Adhesive, Glue, etc.
  2. Biological Stains: Stains originating from body secretion - Examples: Vomit, Blood, Feces, etc.
  3. Synthetic Based Stains: Stains containing man made dye - Examples: Kool-Aid, Fruit Punch, Colored Candy, Cough Syrup, etc.
  4. Organic Based Stains: Stains from a natural source - Examples: Wood Furniture, Mustard, Coffee, Mold, Tea, Urine, etc.

PROCEDURE FOR REMOVAL OF CATEGORY 1 STAINS

  1. Apply Pro-Solve Gel and agitate gently with The Carpet Shark to dissolve deposit.
  2. Apply Power Gel and agitate gently to emulsify and suspend deposit.
  3. Use hot water extraction to rinse thoroughly.

PROCEDURE FOR REMOVAL OF CATEGORY 2 STAINS

  1. Apply Pro-Zyme solution, agitate gently and allow a few minutes dwell time.
  2. Rinse thoroughly using tepid water extraction.
  3. If wicking is a concern, apply Stain Blotter to cover wet area.
  4. Vacuum thoroughly after area is completely dry.

PROCEDURE FOR REMOVAL OF CATEGORY 3 STAINS

  1. Prepare a mixture of equal parts Red Relief® solutions A & B.
  2. Wet stained fibers with this Red Relief® Solution.
  3. Cover stain with a wet terry towel from which you have squeezed the excess water.
  4. Apply steam heat from an iron set to the lowest steam setting.
  5. Check stain every 30 seconds and discontinue heat when stain has disappeared or changed to a light yellow color.
  6. Hot water extraction rinse to remove chemical residue.

PROCEDURE FOR REMOVAL OF CATEGORY 4 STAINS

  1. Prepare a mixture of equal parts Stain Magic solutions A & B.
  2. Apply Stain Magic solution liberally to stained fibers.
  3. Allow to dwell until stain disappears. This may be up to 8 hours for reaction to reach completion. For furniture stain and mustard (curry), cover the area with plastic after applying the Stain Magic and remove 8 hours later. Mustard may require the use of the Pro's Choice Energizer DCI Light.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

  • For complete stain removal techniques, review the Bane-Clene® Spotting Guide and the Pro’s Choice Stain Removal Guide.
  • Use caution when working with natural fibers as color loss may occur.
  • Always test the procedure to be performed in an inconspicuous area before proceeding.
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