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Rust Stain on Carpet - Removal

Rust stains on carpetFollow These Steps to Remove Rust from Carpet:

  1. We strongly suggest that you practice on some carpet scraps to develop the technique before using the product and technique on a customer’s carpet.
  2. Test in an inconspicuous area for color fastness prior to use.
  3. Vacuum up loose rust.
  4. Extraction rinse the area first to remove oils and any other possible contaminants.
  5. Apply undiluted Rust Away directly to the rust stain.
  6. Agitate with Carpet Shark.
  7. Allow to work about 1 minute.
  8. Extraction clean area.
  9. Dry blot.
  10. Repeat if needed.
  11. To prevent wicking, heavily sprinkle Stain Blotter Anti-Wicking Absorbent Powder on area to absorb any material that wicks up. The customer can vacuum up the Stain Blotter the next day.
  12. CAUTION: Removal of some of the carpet dye is always possible in this type of system!
  13. Do not use on natural fibers, such as wool and silk.
  14. Note: Some nylon carpets will turn pink when treated with a strong acid due to use of an “indicator dye”. Should this happen, simply apply non-sudsing ammonia to the area and allow to dry.

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