Getting Carpet Stains Out The Right Way

The vast majority of modern carpeting available today is specially treated to be very stain resistant, but stain resistant and stain proof are not the same thing. Accidents will always happen but when it comes to cleaning up accidental spills and getting stains out of a carpet how fast, and how you deal with the problem can make all the difference.

When liquid spills strike it is some people’s almost natural reaction to grab the nearest roll of paper towels and start scrubbing away at the affected spot like a maniac. This however is never a good idea. Scrubbing can not only spread the stain even further but it can also permanently damage the carpet pile. The right way to begin dealing with liquid spills is to blot them gently with a clean white paper towel or cloth, never a colored or patterned one.

If you notice a stubborn stain the carpet stain removers that are commonly found in the local grocery store can be very helpful but proceed with extreme caution. Before you use any stain remover on your carpet test it in a small inconspicuous spot to make sure that it does not damage the fiber or the dyes of your carpet, as not all stain removers are suited for use with certain carpet types.

The best way to perform this kind of test is to put a few drops onto the test area and hold a clean white cloth over it for about ten seconds. Check the cloth and the carpet itself for color changes, transfer or other damage and if all looks ok you can proceed.

When removing stains use the smallest amount of the removal agent you can and remember,blot don’t scrub. Once it looks like the stain remover has done its job rinse the whole area with clean cold water and blot it dry carefully, with yet another nice clean cloth or paper towel.

To learn more about all things carpet please visit Aladdin Carpet and Floors