Kool-Aid Stain / Treats
| Clean Difficulty: Hard | 8 of 10 |
Stain:
Colorless, yellowish, reddish, or brownish, darkening with age
Contains:
Tannin, sugar, vegetable coloring, flavoring, fruit extracts
Try This Remedy:
Step 1: Blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply dry baking soda.
Step 3: Scrape and vacuum.
Step 4: Apply water using a damp sponge to rinse remaining baking soda. Don’t over wet.
Step 5: Blot-don’t rub.
Step 6: Apply pre-soak solution (see “Cleaning Solutions”) using a damp towel.
Step 7: Rinse with water as above.
Step 8: Blot-don’t rub-dry well.
Step 9: Apply dry powder cleaner (see “Cleaning Solutions”).
Step 10: Vacuum.
… OR:
Step 1: Scrape or blot up excess spill.
Step 2: Apply detergent solution (see “Cleaning Solutions”), use damp towel, and leave 3-5 minutes.
Step 3: Blot-don’t rub.
Step 4: Apply white vinegar (undiluted), using a damp towel.
Step 5: Blot again. Finish by weighing down a half-inch thick pad of white paper towels to absorb all the moisture. Leave overnight 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.
Please keep the following text in mind:
*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.
