Adhesive Residue
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro Solve (Solvent), Power Gel and ARA
PROCEDURE:
Asphalt
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Amazing GOOFF (Solvent), Power Gel and ARA
PROCEDURE:
Banana
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Beer
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Beet Juice
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Berries
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Betadine
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief or Red 1.
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Blood
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Dirt Chaser or Pro-Zyme(Digester), Stain Magic (Oxidizer) or OSR.
PROCEDURE: (Surface Contamination):
IMPORTANT: Remember that blood is a biohazard. Protect yourself accordingly and treat it according to EPA guidelines.
PROCEDURE: (Sub-Surface Contamination):
You may experience wicking of blood on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad use steps 1-4 above and proceed with the following process.
Blush
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Last Step Rinse.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: Solvents are not as effective as Power Gel on this substance.
Candle Wax
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, steam iron, and clean terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Candy (Chocolate)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Candy (Hard)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron or steamer and a terry towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel, Red Relief or Red 1.
PROCEDURE:
Candy (Soft)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron or steamer and a terry towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel, Red Relief or Red 1.
PROCEDURE:
Cappuccino
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Caulking
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro Solve, Power Gel and ARA
PROCEDURE:
For latex or oil based caulking it’s best to remove the caulking from carpet before cleaning the area as water will dilute some of your chemical and reduce its effectiveness.
Chalk
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Trigger Sprayer and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Stain Magic.
PROCEDURE:
Cheese
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Chocolate
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) and Stain Magic (Oxidizer)
PROCEDURE:
Chocolate Milk
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Cocoa (Hot Chocolate)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Coffee
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Cooking Fat
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Copier Toner
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Trigger Sprayer and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Stain Magic.
PROCEDURE:
Correction Fluid
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Last Step Rinse.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: Solvents are not as effective as Power Gel on this substance.
Cough Syrup (Purple)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic and Power Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: Stain will disappear in 1 to 8 hours depending on severity. To speed stain removal, use the Pro's Choice DCI Light with the Chemical Activation Bulb.
Cough Syrup (Red)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Cough Syrup (Yellow)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Cranberry
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Crayon
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro Solve Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Cream
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Curry
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Pro's Choice DCI Light.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic and Power Gel.
Suggestions and Cautions:
This is considered a dispersed dye and is one of the most difficult stains you will encounter, however if you have the Pro's Choice DCI Light you can achieve miraculous results.
If you do not have a DCI Light you can use a secondary procedure with a steam iron but be advised it is possible to cause the Stain Magic to over-react and pull color from the carpet. The DCI Light is REALLY the safest and most effective way to remove these stains.
It is MOST important NOT to apply heat either from high temperature cleaning or from stain removal procedures other than the procedure, which follows:
The performance of this procedure will vary depending on three things:
PROCEDURE:
Using DCI Light:
No DCI Light:
Dirt
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Trigger Sprayer and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Stain Magic.
PROCEDURE:
Drink Mixes (Blue)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic and Power Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: Stain will disappear in 1 to 8 hours depending on severity. To speed stain removal, use the Pro's Choice DCI Light with the Chemical Activation Bulb.
Drink Mixes (Green)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Drink Mixes (Red)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Drink Mixes (Yellow)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Egg
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Elmer's Glue
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Last Step Rinse.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: Solvents are not as effective as Power Gel on this substance.
Espresso
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Feces (visible stains only)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Filtration Soil
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: PC-45 and Urine Stain Remover.
PROCEDURE:
Fingernail Polish
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro Solve Gel and Stain Magic.
PROCEDURE:
Note: Nail polish must be completely removed before stain removal procedures will work.
Fingerprint Dust
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Trigger Sprayer and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Stain Magic.
PROCEDURE:
Fruit Drinks (Blue)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic and Power Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: Stain will disappear in 1 to 8 hours depending on severity. To speed stain removal, use the Pro's Choice DCI Light with the Chemical Activation Bulb.
Fruit Drinks (Red)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Fruit Drinks (Yellow)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Fruit Juice
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Furniture Stains
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark and Plastic Sheet.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic, Rust Away and Pro Solve Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Furniture stains are normally caused by one of the following:
Tip: You will be able to remove stains caused by rust and tannin but you will not always be successful in removing stains caused by dye in the finish on the furniture.
Caution: When testing for rust test on a small area only as rust remover may set tannin and dye stains.
Furniture Stains:
A. Rust.
B. Tannin Stain.
C. Dye from furniture finish.
Gasoline
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Extreme Clean, Energy and X-Cide.
PROCEDURE:
Gatorade (Blue)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic and Power Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: Stain will disappear in 1 to 8 hours depending on severity. To speed stain removal, use the Pro's Choice DCI Light with the Chemical Activation Bulb.
Gatorade (Red)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Gatorade (Yellow)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
General Food Stains
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Glue
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Last Step Rinse.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: Solvents are not as effective as Power Gel on this substance.
Grape Juice
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Graphite
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Trigger Sprayer and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Stain Magic.
PROCEDURE:
Grass
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Gravy
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Grease
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Citra Quick (Solvent) and Power Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Gum
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Amazing GOOFF (solvent), Power Gel and ARA.
PROCEDURE:
Hair Dye
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Red Relief.
PROCEDURE:
Generally you will find this type of stain to be removable from stain resistant nylons and olefins. You will find it to be more difficult, if not impossible, to remove from wool.
Tip: DO NOT apply an oxidizing agent such as Hydrogen Peroxide or a high P.H. enzyme to hair dye stains. It will only intensify them.
Hairball (cat)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Hi-Liter Marker (Blue)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic and Power Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: Stain will disappear in 1 to 8 hours depending on severity. To speed stain removal, use the Pro's Choice DCI Light with the Chemical Activation Bulb.
Hi-Liter Marker (Green)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark and trigger sprayer
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief or Red 1.
PROCEDURE:
Hi-Liter Marker (Pink)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic and Power Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: Stain will disappear in 1 to 8 hours depending on severity. To speed stain removal, use the Pro's Choice DCI Light with the Chemical Activation Bulb.
Hi-Liter Marker (Yellow)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark and trigger sprayer
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief or Red 1.
PROCEDURE:
Ice Cream
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Ink (Ballpoint Pen)
TOOL REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark and possibly steam iron.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic, Pro Solve Liquid.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: If color from the stain remains apply Stain Magic, cover with damp towel and steam heat for 15 seconds, checking the stain every 3 seconds.
Ink (Crayola Marker)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark and trigger sprayer.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic and Power Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: If stain remains apply Stain Magic, cover with damp towel and steam heat for 15 seconds.
Ink (Felt Tip Pen)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark and trigger sprayer.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic and Power Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: If stain remains apply Stain Magic, cover with damp towel and steam heat for 15 seconds.
Ink (Ink Jet Printer Ink)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark and trigger sprayer.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic and Power Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: If stain remains apply Stain Magic, cover with damp towel and steam heat for 15 seconds.
Ink (Newspaper Print)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark and trigger sprayer.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic and Power Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: If stain remains apply Stain Magic, cover with damp towel and steam heat for 15 seconds.
Ink (Permanent Marker)
TOOL REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark and possibly steam iron.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic, Ink Out, Pro Solve Gel, and Power Gel.
PROCEDURE:
FOR UPHOLSTERY:
IF ONLY STAIN COLOR REMAINS (synthetic fibers only):
FOR CARPET:
Tip: If stain remains apply Stain Magic, cover with damp towel and steam heat for 15 seconds.
Iodine
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Jelly/Jam
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Joint Compound & Texture
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel
PROCEDURE:
Ketchup
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Kool Aid (Blue)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic and Power Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: Stain will disappear in 1 to 8 hours depending on severity. To speed stain removal, use the Pro's Choice DCI Light with the Chemical Activation Bulb.
Kool Aid (Green)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Kool Aid (Red)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Kool Aid (Yellow)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Latte
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Laundry Detergent
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Sprayer
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Last Step, Crystal Foam Kill, and ARA.
PROCEDURE:
Lipstick
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Last Step Rinse.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: Solvents are not as effective as Power Gel on this substance.
Margarine
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Mascara
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Last Step Rinse.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: Solvents are not as effective as Power Gel on this substance.
Mayonnaise
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Meat
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Mildew
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and a hand brush or Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Stain Magic (Oxidizer).
PROCEDURE:
Milk
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Mold
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and a hand brush or Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Stain Magic (Oxidizer).
PROCEDURE:
Mustard
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Pro's Choice DCI Light.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic and Power Gel.
Suggestions and Cautions:
This is considered a dispersed dye and is one of the most difficult stains you will encounter, however if you have the Pro's Choice DCI Light you can achieve miraculous results.
If you do not have a DCI Light you can use a secondary procedure with a steam iron but be advised it is possible to cause the Stain Magic to over-react and pull color from the carpet. The DCI Light is REALLY the safest and most effective way to remove these stains.
It is MOST important NOT to apply heat either from high temperature cleaning or from stain removal procedures other than the procedure, which follows:
The performance of this procedure will vary depending on three things:
PROCEDURE:
Using DCI Light:
No DCI Light:
Mystery Stains
Not all stains are easily identified and this guide is by no means a complete reference. If you have additional questions contact technical support at (800) 368-1247.
Nicotine
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and a hand brush or Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Stain Magic (Oxidizer).
PROCEDURE:
Orange
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Paint
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, steam iron, and lightweight terry cloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro Solve Gel, Power Gel and Last Step Textile Rinse.
PROCEDURE (If paint is still wet):
PROCEDURE (If paint is dry):
Peanut Butter
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Pipe Thread Compound
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Last Step Rinse.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: Solvents are not as effective as Power Gel on this substance.
Plant Stains
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Plumbers Putty
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Solve Gel (solvent), Power Gel and ARA.
PROCEDURE:
Popsicle (Blue)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic and Power Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: Stain will disappear in 1 to 8 hours depending on severity. To speed stain removal, use the Pro's Choice DCI Light with the Chemical Activation Bulb.
Popsicle (Green)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Popsicle (Red)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Rubber Cement
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Solve Gel (solvent), Power Gel and ARA.
PROCEDURE:
Rust
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Rust Away
PROCEDURE:
Rust is one of the worst appearing yet easy to remove stains.
Tip: Rust Away is very effective. You will probably see the rust disappear before you have a chance to agitate the fibers.
Salad Dressing
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Shampoo
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Sprayer
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Last Step, Crystal Foam Kill, and ARA.
PROCEDURE:
Shoe Polish
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Trigger Sprayer and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Stain Magic.
PROCEDURE:
Silicone
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel, Pro Solve and Last Step
To successfully remove silicone sealant you must begin your procedure before the deposit dries to a solid! Once dry, silicone cannot be removed chemically without carpet damage.
PROCEDURE:
Silly Putty
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Solve Gel (solvent), Power Gel and ARA.
PROCEDURE:
Soap
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Sprayer
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Last Step, Crystal Foam Kill, and ARA.
PROCEDURE:
Soda (Brown)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Sprayer
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Stain 1
PROCEDURE:
Soda (Red)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Soda (Yellow)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark, trigger sprayer, steam iron and a terrycloth towel.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Red Relief
PROCEDURE:
Tips: Usually incomplete stain removal is the result of insufficient heating time (high temperature is not necessary but dwell time is important).
Red Relief will continue to work on stains which have penetrated dye sites even after you have rinsed the carpet clean. Because of this, you will find that if the slightest tinge of red remains following your treatment, it will disappear overnight.
The type of iron you use is IMPORTANT, here's why... Conventional irons can work against you because of uneven heat/steam application to the carpet. The iron that will serve you best is an iron which has steam vents covering the ironing surface rather than one with with a single row of vents around the perimeter of the ironing surface.
Soot
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Trigger Sprayer and Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Stain Magic.
PROCEDURE:
Spaghetti Sauce
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Sugar
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Syrup
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and ARA Anti Re-Soiling Agent
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Sticky substances like Syrup may leave a residue that will attract soil Use ARA as a finishing touch to crystallize any sticky residues.
Tar
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Amazing GOOFF (solvent), Power Gel and ARA.
PROCEDURE:
Tea
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Tobacco (chewing)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Toilet Bowl Blue
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Tomato
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Tomato Paste
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Turmeric
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Pro's Choice DCI Light.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic and Power Gel.
Suggestions and Cautions:
This is considered a dispersed dye and is one of the most difficult stains you will encounter, however if you have the Pro's Choice DCI Light you can achieve miraculous results.
If you do not have a DCI Light you can use a secondary procedure with a steam iron but be advised it is possible to cause the Stain Magic to over-react and pull color from the carpet. The DCI Light is REALLY the safest and most effective way to remove these stains.
It is MOST important NOT to apply heat either from high temperature cleaning or from stain removal procedures other than the procedure, which follows:
The performance of this procedure will vary depending on three things:
PROCEDURE:
Using DCI Light:
No DCI Light:
Urine (visible stains only)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Varnish
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark and Plastic Sheet.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic, Rust Away and Pro Solve Gel.
PROCEDURE:
Furniture stains are normally caused by one of the following:
Tip: You will be able to remove stains caused by rust and tannin but you will not always be successful in removing stains caused by dye in the finish on the furniture.
Caution: When testing for rust test on a small area only as rust remover may set tannin and dye stains.
Furniture Stains:
A. Rust.
B. Tannin Stain.
C. Dye from furniture finish.
Vomit (visible stains only)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Water Stains
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and a hand brush or Carpet Shark.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Stain Magic (Oxidizer).
PROCEDURE:
White Out
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Power Gel and Last Step Rinse.
PROCEDURE:
Tip: Solvents are not as effective as Power Gel on this substance.
Windex (Window Cleaner)
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE, Carpet Shark. and Pro's Choice DCI Light.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Stain Magic and Dry Citric Acid.
PROCEDURE:
Wine
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Yellowing from high pH cleaner
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and a pump sprayer.
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Last Step Rinse and CSS (Color Stabilizer and Souring Agent).
PROCEDURE:
This yellowing effect most frequently results from several sources:
Tip: Groom carpet and allow to dry before use. Discoloration should disappear as carpet dries.
Yogurt
TOOLS REQUIRED: HWE and Carpet Shark
CHEMICALS REQUIRED: Pro-Zyme (Enzyme Spotter) Stain Magic (Oxidizer), and Stain Blotter (possibly)
PROCEDURE:
IMPORTANT: Do not use high temperature cleaning or heat activated stain removal procedures on these types of stains.
SUGGESTIONS AND CAUTIONS:
Also, you may experience wicking on heavier deposits. If deposit is heavy enough to have soaked through backing and into pad, replace the contaminated pad and clean carpet backing as outlined in Steps 1 through 5 above.
Wicking can be corrected by using an absorbent powder such as Stain Blotter. Simply cover spot liberally with Stain Blotter following your stain removal process. The wicking will go into the Stain Blotter and can then be vacuumed away when dry.
TIP: Stain 1 will make most re-occurring stains disappear.
Reduce/Oxidize:
Dissolve/Emulsify:
Acid/pH Shift:
Bleach Spot Correction:
Protein Spotters:
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