How to remove Chalk Stains from your carpet

Cleaning Chalk Stains on carpet can be challenging, but following these steps will ensure the best results.

BROWSE ALL STAINS

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Chalk Stains

Clean Difficulty: Easy2 of 10

Stain:
Built-up, dull chalky color

Contains:

chalk, pigment, coloring matter

Try This Remedy:

Step 1: Vacuum away as much as possible.

Step 2: Loosen remaining material by tapping with a scrub brush or toothbrush. Tap with brush, do not scrub.

Step 3: Vacuum.

Step 4: Apply dry powder cleaner.

Step 5: Tap with brush to work powder into carpet tufts. Do not scrub.

Step 6: Let powder dry 1 hour.

Step 7: Vacuum.

Step 8: Repeat dry powder application if necessary.

Cleaning Solutions to have on hand:

1.  Detergent: Mix 1/2 teaspoon clear dishwashing detergent with one cup of warm (not hot) water.

2.  Pre-soak Solution: Mix 1 teaspoon enzyme laundry detergent (such as Axion, Biz, or others) with one cup of water.

3.  Dry Powder Cleaner: Use powdered carpet cleaners.

4.  Dry Cleaning Solvent: Non-oily, non-caustic type sold as spot removal for garments. Caution: May be flammable.

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*Note: Not all carpet fibers respond the same way when treated for stains. Before carrying out any of the above-mentioned cleaning procedures, we recommend that you contact the appropriate fiber company for their suggested maintenance guidelines. Failure to follow these carpet stain removal guidelines may void your warranty.For more information, please contact Diversified Flooring at (907) 302-2982 or contact us.