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How to Remove Stains from Synthetic Fibre Carpets

June 19, 2014

Carpets are warm and comfortable but they are also prone to stains. It’s just a fact of life that from time to time we’re going to have a spill or accident, but you shouldn’t stress. Regardless of the type of food or drink, there are a wide range of tested cleaning traditions that will almost always do the trick. However, stain removal tips will vary depending on the type of carpet. So let’s talk about how to remove stains from synthetic-fibre carpets based on the type of stain.

Stain type: wine, ketchup, chocolate, coffee, tea, beer, milk, tomato, berries, juice, and soda

Tips:

First, moisten a white cloth with a solution of water and detergent and gently dab the stain repeatedly. Next, firmly press the cloth to the stain for a few seconds allowing the solution to penetrate the stain. After the solution has time to break down the stain (about 15 minutes), soak up the extra liquid with a dry white cloth. Then, repeat this process with a vinegar solution in order to remove residual detergent. Finally, rinse the area by blotting with a clean cloth soaked in warm water. If you notice that the stain is lighter but not completely removed, repeat this entire process until the stain is gone.

Stain type: Oil and grease

Tips:

For stains from butter, cheese, cooking oil, nail polish or other types of oil and grease apply a small amount of cleaning solution to the stain with a white cloth. Dap the stain and then press to the spot for a few seconds. Next, rinse the spot with a white cloth soaked in warm water. When the area is completely dry, check for signs of a stain, if it remains, repeat this entire process.

Stain type: Dirt and Mud

Tips:

First, vacuum the area to remove as much of the dirt as possible, but take care not to rub the dirt into the carpet. Next, with a white cloth dipped in cleaning solution, dab the spot repeatedly. Press the spot to the stain for a few seconds and allow 15 minutes for the detergent to work on the stain. Finally, soak up excess liquid with a dry cloth and then dab the spot repeatedly with a cloth soaked in warm water.

Stain type: gum, wax

Tips:

Fill a re-sealable bag with ice cubs and gently rub the stain until the wax or gum hardens. Next, break the stain with a blunt object and vacuum away the loose pieces. Blot the stain with a white cloth lightly dipped in cleaning solution and then rinse the area with a cloth soaked in warm water.
As you can see, there are many different kinds of stains with slightly different techniques required for cleaning. Nevertheless, with a little elbow grease you can remove just about any stain and leave your carpets looking like new.