You have probably heard a thousand different techniques for stain removal - indeed techniques are important. The following is a brief & simple tutorial that should cover the majority of common household stains. Using carbonated water in place of normal water, in our experience has very similar effects and will not harm the rug.

1) Act immediately.
2) Scrape off any solids or lumps with a table knife or spoon.
3) Do not rub or scrub the stain which may permanently distort the carpet fibres.
4) Soak up the stain with clean white towels or paper towels by pressing on stain & keep repeating with a fresh towel surface until no more stain transfers to towel.
5) For all water soluble stains such as coffee, wine, soft drinks, food stuffs; use Turco-Persian's Carpet Stain Remover, or mix 1 tspn of laundry detergent with 8 oz of warm water. Dab solution onto stain & repeat above absorption with towelling. Repeat procedure as long as stain is coming out. Be careful not to oversoak rug.
6) When no more stain is coming onto the towel, get a fresh bath towel, fold it 3-4 times in half & place on stained area. Place a telephone book on top of towel. Leave for 24-36 hrs.
7) If any trace of stain remains, wipe gently with a mild solution of white vinegar. (ie 1 oz vinegar to 6 oz cold water.

FOR URINE

1) Soak up immediately.
2) Dab on straight solution of white vinegar if stain is still wet to neutralize fresh urine.
3) Repeat folded towel procedure as above.

FOR GUM, GREASE, SHOE POLISH, OILY TYPE STAINS

1) Spot clean with odourless mineral spirits (readily available at hardware stores)
2) Put on towel & wipe the spot.
3) Do not soak rug.

Of course, if professional help is needed for tough stains on any carpet surface, call Turco Persian!

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