Perform steps in order (1,2,3,etc.) while following the spot Removal Directions

*For a more comprehensive listing of common household stains and removal suggestions,

contact the Carpet and Rug Institute for a copy of "Carpet and Rug Spot Removal Guide."

Dry Cleaning Fluid

Nail Polish Remover

Detergent Solution

Warm Water Rinse

White Vinegar

Ammonia

Spot Removal Kit

Call Professional

Alcoholic Beverages

1

4

3

2

5

Blood*

2

3

1

4

5

Cadle Wax

2

1

3

Chewing Gum*

1

2

Chocolate

1

2

5

4

3

6

Coffee

1

3

2

4

5

Crayon

2

1

3

Dye

3

1

2

4

Fingernail Polish

1

2

3

4

Hand Lotion

1

2

4

3

5

Ice Cream

1

2

5

4

3

6

Ink (ballpoint)*

2

1

3

6

5

4

7

8

Kool-Aid®

1

3

2

4

5

Latex Paint

1

3

2

4

5

Lipstick

2

1

3

6

5

4

7

8

Mustard

1

3

2

4

5

Rust*

2

3

1

4

5

Shoe Polish

2

1

3

4

5

Soft Drinks

1

4

3

2

5

6

Tomato Sauce

1

3

2

4

5

Unknown

2

1

3

6

4

5

7

8

Urine

1

2

3

4

5

Vomit

1

4

3

2

5

6