Basic Spots and Spills

Basic Spots & Spills
Grease and Oil Marks - Gently apply talcum powder, cornmeal or cornstarch. Let it set and then brush or sponge powder away.
Mustard Stains - Soak stained area with diluted ammonia. Then dry with a hairdryer.
Pet Urine - Dampen area with equal parts white vinegar and water. Then blot dry.
Red Wine - Use club soda to flush the wine from the carpet fibers.
Blood Stains - Flush with cold water. Avoid hot water as heat will set the blood stain.
Soft Drinks – Apply a solution of one quart water with one teaspoon of white vinegar.
Gum – Freeze the gum with ice and use a dull knife to remove.
Candle Wax - Put a brown paper bag over the dried wax and run a hot iron over it. The bag will absorb the hot wax.
Latex Paint - Soak with dish detergent diluted with 20 parts water. agitate the area, blot, rinse and blot again.
Ball Point Ink - Use hair spray and be sure to rinse the entire area well with water when finished