Anti-Freeze Stain in Carpet
How to Remove Anti-Freeze Spot & Stain Removal from Carpets and Rugs
Anti-Freeze is usually water and Ethylene Glycol or sometimes Propylene Glycol (both of which are water-soluble) and corrosion inhibitors. Additionally, antifreeze used in cars contains a fluorescent dye to help trace the source of leaks. The dye can be a stain problem on carpet. Antifreeze also sometimes contains lubricants to lengthen the life of the water pump, buffers and defoamer.
- Normally, simple extraction will remove anti-freeze.
- However, if the anti-freeze is in the backing, the carpet must be pulled back and the backing extracted.
- If extremely heavy, use the Water Claw® Sub-Surface Spot Lifter to more thoroughly flush out the spill.
- Heavily sprinkle Stain Blotter on area to absorb any material that wicks up.
- The customer can vacuum up the Stain Blotter the next day.
- If the anti-freeze is in the pad, the affected area of the pad must be replaced.
- If a dye stain persists on the carpet fibers, treat with Stain Magic®. If Stain Magic fails to remove the stain, flush the area and use Pro's Choice Red Relief stain remover.
- To prevent wicking, heavily sprinkle Stain Blotter on area to absorb any material that wicks up.
- The customer can vacuum up the Stain Blotter the next day.