Betadine and Iodine Spot & Stain Removal from Carpet

Betadine is a common treatment for wounds and for prep before surgery in hospitals.
It is a very common stain also in nursing homes.
Betadine severely stains fabrics, rugs and carpet.

Betadine Stain

  1. Thoroughly extract the area. If a heavy spill, use the Water Claw®.
  2. Apply Red Relief (mixed solution) to the stained SYNTHETIC textile fibers - use Red Relief for Wool if a natural fiber.
  3. Cover the spot with a damp, lightweight terry towel.
  4. Apply steam heat from a steam iron set at mid range temperature.
  5. Allow the iron to treat the spot for 1 to 2 minutes checking every 30 seconds.
  6. Stop if carpet dye is being removed.
  7. Remove iron and towel - spot should be gone.
  8. Rinse spot and leave as dry as possible.
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