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4. Grease Stains: The Power of Cornstarch
Grease stains on your carpet are relentless. They sink deep, spreading like wildfire. Here’s where you become the hero — armed with nothing more than cornstarch.
Step-by-step:
- Blot as much grease as possible with a paper towel. Blot, don’t rub!
- Reach for cornstarch — a natural grease-buster. Sprinkle it generously over the stain.
- Leave it for at least 15 minutes. Cornstarch will absorb the grease right out of your carpet.
- After it dries, vacuum the area. Repeat if necessary.
Pro tip from Everette Carpet Care & Restoration: Some grease stains are just too stubborn. If your cornstarch doesn’t do the job, call (877) 783-3606. We’ll step in with our powerful, professional-grade cleaning systems to make your carpet look like new again.
5. Ink Stains: Isopropyl Alcohol to the Rescue
Ink stains are sneaky little devils. That leaky pen doesn’t just stain your paper — it goes straight for your carpet. But don’t despair. You can beat the ink at its own game with a little help from isopropyl alcohol.
Step-by-step:
- Dab the ink stain with a cotton ball soaked in isopropyl alcohol. And here’s the golden rule: do not scrub! Scrubbing spreads the ink further.
- Keep blotting until the ink starts transferring to your cloth.
- Once the ink is nearly gone, rinse the area with cold water and blot it dry.
Pro tip from Everette Carpet Care & Restoration: Ink can be stubborn. If this technique doesn’t work, don’t stress. We’ve handled more ink stains than you can imagine. Call us at (877) 783-3606, and we’ll erase the problem completely.
6. Blood Stains: Cold Water & Peroxide to the Rescue
Blood stains can make your carpet look like a crime scene. The secret? Act fast and use cold water. Never use hot water, as it will set the stain. And for those tougher spots, peroxide can be your saving grace.
Step-by-step:
- Immediately rinse the stained area with cold water. You want to flush out as much of the blood as possible before it dries.
- Blot the area gently with a clean cloth. Blot, don’t scrub.
- For stubborn stains, mix a bit of mild detergent with cold water, and apply to the area.
- If blood remains, pour a small amount of hydrogen peroxide directly onto the stain. It’ll start bubbling — that’s the peroxide breaking down the blood. Let it sit for a few minutes, then blot with a clean cloth and rinse with cold water.
Pro tip from Everette Carpet Care & Restoration: Hydrogen peroxide is a great tool, but be cautious — it can bleach darker carpets. If the stain persists or you’re worried about discoloration, leave it to the pros. Call us at (877) 783-3606, and we’ll make that bloodstain disappear without a trace.
When DIY tricks don’t quite do the job, Everette Carpet Care & Restoration is here for you. Our expert team is just a phone call away at (877) 783-3606. Don’t let stains ruin your carpet — let us handle it with our professional-grade cleaning solutions!
For immediate help, contact Everette Carpet at (877) 783-3606 or visit their website.
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