How to remove Cough Syrup from your carpet

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

BROWSE ALL STAINS

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Cough Syrup

Clean Difficulty: Moderate6 of 10

Stain:
Usually absorbed with an irregular edge, sticky when wet, stiff when dry.

Contains:
Honey, sugar, syrup, menthol, alcohol, flavoring, coloring matter

  1. Apply detergent solution, blot.
  2. Apply ammonia solution, blot.
  3. Apply vinegar solution, blot.
  4. Apply enzyme detergent, blot.
  5. Rinse thoroughly with water, blot until dry.

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.