| Type of Spill | Use First | Use Second | Use Third |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Wine | 3 | 4 | |
| Red Wine | 3 | 4 | Salt then 4 |
| Beer | 3 | 4 | |
| Cola (Soft Drink) | 3 | 4 | |
| Soft Drink/Cordial | 3 | 4 | |
| Coffee / Tea | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| Fruit Juice | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| Artificially Coloured Drinks | 2 | 4 | |
| Milk | 2 | 4 | |
| Butter | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Chocolate | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Cream | 2 | 4 | |
| Egg (Raw) | 2 | 4 | |
| Gravy & Sauces | 2 | 4 | |
| Mustard | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| Chewing Gum | Spray gum with aerosol freezing agent OR place a plastic bag filled with ice on gum until its frozen. Pick or scrape gum off | ||
| Blood | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| Urine | 3 | 4 | |
| Faeces | 2 | 4 | |
| Ink (Ball Point Pen) | 1 | ||
| Ink (Printer) | 1 | ||
| Lipstick | 1 | ||
| Nail Polish | Clear nail varnish remover without lanolin | ||
| Oil / Grease | 1 | ||
| Paint (Water Based) | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| Paint (Oil Based) | 1 | ||
| Shoe Polish | 1 | ||
| Tar | 1 | ||
| Rust | Rust remover is to be applied by a Professional carpet cleaner | ||
Access International Distributors Pty Ltd - Stain Guide
Treatment Notes
1. Dry cleaning fluid OR white spirits, commonly known as solvents
2. Commercially available carpet or upholstry cleaner
3. Soda water OR Mix 1 tsp of Bicarbonate soda in 1 L of warm water
4. Rinse: Use a mixture of one part of white vinegar in ten parts of warm water
Always finish with a covering of thick wad of paper towel and weight with a book to draw out remaining fluids
Warning: If in doubt about the type of stain and how best to treat it, call for professional assistance