Stain Guide

Stain Guide In principle, stains should be dealt with as soon as possible after they occur. As more than 90% of all stains consist of residues from sugary drinks, attempts should first be made to remove the stains with luke-warm, clear water. Sugary drink stains can be dealt with in this way: Work the stained area with a wet cloth, sponge or brush. Avoid rubbing on delicate surfaces with a pile. If the stain substance is not removed by this, however, use normal stain removal agents. Dirt which resists removal should first be carefully loosened using suitable equipment (back of a knife, spatula or spoon), without damaging the pile, and the loose substances should be vacuumed up. Before using carpet cleaning agents or specialist dry cleaning materials, the carpet should be tested in an inconspicuous spot or on an off-cut for colour-fastness. Dirt containing oil or fat can be removed using suitable carpet cleaning agents or stain removers. For marks covering a large surface area, intermediate cleaning methods can be used. Use of washing-up liquid or gentle detergents, etc., is not recommended, as this increases the risk of repeat staining of the covering due to residues. Soil such as tar, asphalt, felt-pen ink, glue or paint can only be removed using organic solvents. When using these solvents, health and environmental protection directives must be followed. If possible, products with a water-soluble solvent (e.g., based on diethylene glycol ethers), which are not regarded as hazardous substances, should be used. Please note: Dissolved stain substances and, when relevant, stain removal agents must not remain in the textile floor covering in order to avoid the same stain recurring or unnecessary repeat staining. Attention must always be paid in such cases to rinsing thoroughly with water and then draining (wet vacuuming, extraction). Specific stain treatment Chewing gum Liquid agents