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The Rug Doctor Pro Commercial Division

Do you have stubborn spots or stains that need removing? The handy Rug Doctor Stain Removal Chart below has many helpful tips. Remember - It's always best to clean up spills quickly. The longer a stain sets, the more difficult it is to remove, and the greater the chances that it will become permanent.
If you need additional stain removal assistance, or have questions, call our Customer Support Specialists at 1 800 441 900. Hours are  Monday through Sunday 8am - 8pm (+10GMT).

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Stain Removal Chart:

Odor Remover is a highly effective solution in eliminating nearly any type of odor. Its enzymatic action also makes it an effective stain remover.
Generally, most spots are easily
and quickly removed using Spot or Stain Removers.
For particularly old or set-in stains, Odor Remover may be used as an alternative choice. For effective removal of stains and odors, let the Odor Remover solution stand on the stain for several hours.

Type of Stain

Fresh Stain or Spot

Old Set in Stain

Special Instructions and Carpet Concerns

Beer

Spot or Stain Remover

Spot or Stain Remover

Bile- yellow/green vomit

Spot Remover

Spot Remover

Blood

Spot Remover

Spot or Odor Remover

Butter or Margarine

Spot Remover

Spot or Odor Remover

Candle Wax

Spot Remover

Spot Remover

Scrape off as much wax as possible with a spatula or spoon. If wax is deeply embedded, cover with a white cloth and apply iron on low setting to cloth. Wax will transfer to cloth. Any remaining residue can be removed using Spot Remover.

Carbon-black

Spot Remover

Spot Remover

Vacuum area as thoroughly as possible prior to application.

Catsup

Spot Remover

Spot Remover

Chocolate

Spot Remover

Spot Remover

Clay

Spot Remover

Spot Remover

Cocktails - fruity

 Stain Remover

 Stain Remover

 - other

Spot Remover

Spot Remover

Coffee

 Stain Remover

 Stain or Odor Remover

Cough Syrup

Spot Remover

Spot Remover

Dirt/Mud/Grass

Spot Remover

Spot or Odor Remover

Feces (non-urine)

Spot Remover

Spot or Odor Remover

Odor Remover is a highly effective solution in eliminating nearly any type of odor. Its enzymatic action also makes it an effective stain remover.
Generally, most spots are easily
and quickly removed using Spot or Stain Removers.
For particularly old or set-in stains, Odor Remover may be used as an alternative choice. For effective removal of stains and odors, let the Odor Remover solution stand on the stain for several hours.

Food Coloring

Spot Remover

Spot Remover

Food Grease

Spot Remover

Spot or Odor Remover

Fruit Juice

 Stain Remover

 Stain Remover

Some red dyes in food and juices are difficult to remove.

Gravy

Spot Remover

Spot or Odor Remover

Ice Cream

Spot Remover

Spot or Odor Remover

Ink

 Spot Remover or Hi-Traffic Pre-Treatment

 Spot Remover or Hi-Traffic Pre-Treatment

Use Hi-Traffic Pre-Treatment only prior to machine cleaning to remove all product residue.

Jelly/Jam

 Stain Remover

 Stain Remover

Lipstick

Spot Remover

Spot Remover

Makeup

Spot Remover

Spot Remover

Mildew

Odor Remover

Odor Remover

Odor Remover destroys the mildew source. After treatment, blot well and keep area dry. A follow-up cleaning should eliminate the stain.

Milk

Spot Remover

Spot Remover

Motor Grease/Oil

 Spot Remover or Hi-Traffic Pre-Treatment

 Spot Remover or Hi-Traffic Pre-Treatment

Use Hi-Traffic Pre-Treatment only prior to machine cleaning to remove all product residue.

Mustard

Spot Remover & White Vinegar Full Strength

Spot Remover & White Vinegar Full Strength

A near permanent stain. Use Spot Remover followed by vinegar. Yellow dye stains from mustard may not be removable depending on your carpet or fabric type.

Paint (water-based)

Spot Remover

Spot Remover

Old or dried spots may need to soak for an hour or two.

Odor Remover is a highly effective solution in eliminating nearly any type of odor. Its enzymatic action also makes it an effective stain remover.
Generally, most spots are easily
and quickly removed using Spot or Stain Removers.
For particularly old or set-in stains, Odor Remover may be used as an alternative choice. For effective removal of stains and odors, let the Odor Remover solution stand on the stain for several hours.

Salad Dressing

Spot Remover

Spot or Odor Remover

Shoe Polish

 Spot Remover or Hi-Traffic Pre-Treatment

 Spot Remover or Hi-Traffic Pre-Treatment

Use Hi-Traffic Pre-Treatment only prior to machine cleaning to remove all product residue.

Soft Drinks

Spot Remover

Spot Remover

Tar

 Hi-Traffic Pre-Treatment

 Hi-Traffic Pre-Treatment

Use Hi-Traffic Pre-Treatment only prior to machine cleaning to remove all product residue.

Tea

 Stain Remover

 Stain or Odor Remover

Tobacco

 Hi-Traffic Pre-Treatment

 Hi-Traffic Pre-Treatment

Use Hi-Traffic Pre-Treatment only prior to machine cleaning to remove all product residue.

Tomato Sauce

Spot Remover

Spot or Odor Remover

Toothpaste

Spot Remover

Spot Remover

Urine

 Stain Remover

 Stain or Odor Remover

Act quickly! Urine is highly acidic and will bleach some carpets which cannot be corrected with stain removing products.

Vegetable Oil

Spot Remover

Spot or Odor Remover

Vomit

Pet Stain Remover

Pet Stain or Odor Remover

Water Colors

Spot Remover

Spot Remover

Wine

 Stain Remover

 Stain Remover

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