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Carpet

Hardwood Floors

Laminate Floors

Tile & Stone

Vinyl

Nail Polish

What You’ll Need:

1. 1/4 teaspoon clear/transparent dish-washing detergent. Such as Dawn, Joy, or clear Ivory OR substitute this with Beyond Clean Spotter.

2. Non oily nail polish remover (Acetone type)

3. 1 cup warm, not hot, water for solution

4. Undiluted white vinegar

5. Ammonia

6. Additional warm, not hot, water for rinsing

7. Clean dry white cloths or white paper towels

8. Small bowl for mixing

9. Smooth bottomed baking dish large enough for area

10. Heavy object, like jug of water or gallon of paint

Step 1

Apply polish remover to carpet using white towel or paper towel. Be careful to not over saturate the area.

Step 2

Pick up softened material using a clean, white paper towel, push toward center of stain (to avoid spreading material).

Step 3

Repeat this process to soften and carefully remove a layer of material each time. Take your time with this step to avoid spreading the stain and damaging the carpet.

Step 4

Mix detergent and warm water in small bowl.

Step 5

Apply mixed detergent solution to carpet using a damp cloth or paper towel.

Step 6

Blot working from the outside in– do not rub or scrub. Scrubbing could damage the carpet fibers.

Step 7

Using a fresh cloth or towel, apply small amounts of clean water to the carpet to remove detergent residue. Any remaining detergent could result in rapid re-soiling of the area.

Step 8

Apply a thick stack of paper towels to the area to absorb the water. On top of the paper towels place a smooth bottomed glass baking dish weighted down with a gallon of paint, jug of water, or other heavy object.

Step 9

If any stain remains, repeat.

Step 10

If stain remains, mix ammonia solution of 1 tablespoon of ammonia to 1 cup of water.

Step 11

Apply ammonia mixture to carpet using a damp cloth or paper towel.

Step 12

Blot working from the outside in– do not rub or scrub. Scrubbing could damage the carpet fibers.

Step 13

Apply undiluted white vinegar only after the stain is removed. The vinegar is necessary to neutralize the ammonia.

Step 14

Using a fresh cloth or towel, apply small amounts of clean water to the carpet to remove vinegar residue.

Step 15

Step 16

This wicking process may take several hours. Fresh paper towels may be added to the bottom of the stack to speed drying.

Step 17

If stain remains, repeat the process.

Step 18

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What You’ll Need:

1. Solvent- liquid, non-oily, non-caustic type sold for spot removal from garments. Use products for grease, oil and tar removal. Such as Carbona and Afta. Important: Do not apply directly to the carpet to prevent damage to the backing.

2. 1/4 teaspoon clear/transparent dish-washing detergent. Such as Dawn, Joy, or clear Ivory OR substitute this with Beyond Clean Spotter.

3. 1 cup warm, not hot, water for solution

4. Additional warm, not hot, water for rinsing

5. Clean dry white cloths or white paper towels

6. Small bowl for mixing

7. Smooth bottomed baking dish large enough for area

8. Heavy object, like jug of water or gallon of paint

Step 1

Apply solvent to dry towel / cloth

Step 2

Blot working from the outside in– do not rub or scrub. Scrubbing could damage the carpet fibers.

Step 3

Repeat the first and second steps until there is no longer transfer

Step 4

Mix detergent and warm water in small bowl.

Step 5

Blot working from the outside in– do not rub or scrub. Scrubbing could damage the carpet fibers.

Step 6

Using a fresh cloth, apply clean water to rinse, insuring that you remove all detergent residue.

Step 7

Step 8

This wicking process may take several hours. Fresh paper towels may be added to the bottom of the stack to speed drying.

Step 9

If solvent remains, repeat mixed detergent steps.

Step 9

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Latex Paint | Mud

What You’ll Need:

1. 1/4 teaspoon clear/transparent dish-washing detergent. Such as Dawn, Joy, or clear Ivory OR substitute this with Beyond Clean Spotter.

2. 1 cup warm, not hot, water for solution

3. Additional warm, not hot, water for rinsing

4. Clean dry white cloths or white paper towels

5. Small bowl for mixing

6. Smooth bottomed baking dish large enough for area

7. Heavy object, like jug of water or gallon of paint

Step 1

Mix detergent and warm water in a small bowl OR use your Beyond Clean Spotter sprayed directly from the spotter bottle.

Step 2

Apply mixed detergent solution to carpet using a damp cloth or paper towel OR spray Beyond Clean’s Spotter directly to carpet.

Step 3

Blot working from the outside in– do not rub or scrub. Scrubbing could damage the carpet fibers.

Step 4

Using a fresh cloth or towel, apply small amounts of clean water to the carpet to remove detergent residue. Any remaining detergent could result in rapid re-soiling of the area.

Step 5

Step 6

This wicking process may take several hours. Fresh paper towels may be added to the bottom of the stack to speed drying.

Step 7

If stain remains, repeat the process.

Step 8

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Blood | Coffee | Red Wine | Urine

What You’ll Need:

1. 1/4 teaspoon clear/transparent dish-washing detergent. Such as Dawn, Joy, or clear Ivory OR substitute this with Beyond Clean Spotter.

2. 1/2 cup hydrogen peroxide (3% solution available in drug stores)

3. 1 teaspoon undiluted, unscented clear, non-sudsy, household ammonia

4. White vinegar

5. Clean dry white cloths

6. White paper towels

7. Plastic wrap

8. 2 small bowls for mixing

Step 1

Scrape or blot up excess spill.

Step 2

Mix detergent and warm water in a small bowl OR use your Beyond Clean Spotter sprayed directly from the spotter bottle.

Step 3

Apply mixed detergent solution to carpet using a damp cloth or paper towel OR spray Beyond Clean’s Spotter directly to carpet and leave for 3-5 minutes.

Step 4

Blot working from the outside in– do not rub or scrub. Scrubbing could damage the carpet fibers.

Step 5

Using a fresh cloth or towel, apply small amounts of clean water to the carpet to remove detergent residue. Any remaining detergent could result in rapid re-soiling of the area.

Step 6

Step 7

This wicking process may take several hours. Fresh paper towels may be added to the bottom of the stack to speed drying.

Step 8

If stain is not removed, mix the hydrogen peroxide and ammonia solution in a small bowl. The mixture must be used within two hours of mixing.

Step 9

Apply ammonia and hydrogen peroxide mixture using a clean damp cloth to the affected area.

Step 10

Blot working from the outside in– do not rub or scrub. Scrubbing could damage the carpet fibers.

Step 11

Let stand 2-3 hours under a weighted sheet of plastic wrap. On top of the plastic wrap place a smooth bottomed glass baking dish weighted down with a gallon of paint, jug of water, or other heavy object.

Step 12

Repeat application of ammonia and hydrogen peroxide mixture and allow to air dry until removal is complete.

Step 13

Apply undiluted white vinegar using a clean dry cloth only after the stain is removed. The vinegar is necessary to neutralize the ammonia.

Step 14

Using a fresh cloth or towel, apply small amounts of clean water to the carpet to remove vinegar residue.

Step 15

Step 16

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Bowl of water
White cloth or paper towels
Isopropyl Alcohol 70%, or odorless mineral spirits, or Goof Off
pH neutral cleaner
Scouring pad (Scotch-Brite™ pad= red only) or medium bristle brush

(Brillo pads are not recommended, some can be too abrasive)

Step 1

Blot with towel to remove excess spill

Step 2

Apply clean water to a fresh cloth to clean the area. Be careful not to saturate the floor.

Step 3

Take a dry white cloth to rub the stained area to make sure there is no more transfer. If spot is still visible, lightly mist a pH neutral cleaner onto the floor and wipe up with a clean dry cloth.

Step 4

If stain remains, lightly mist or pour a cap-full of isopropyl alcohol (or odorless mineral spirits or Goof Off) onto the affected area and leave for 1 minute.

Step 5

After 1 minute, lightly agitate the area with either a red Scotch Bright pad or a medium bristle brush. Using a harsher material could damage the floor.

Step 6

Apply clean water to a fresh cloth to clean the area. Be careful not to saturate the floor.

Step 7

Take a dry white cloth to rub the stained area to make sure there is no more transfer. If transfer is still visible, repeat the method.

Step 8

If stain is no longer visible, it is important to follow up with a pH neutral cleaner in order to neutralize the cleaner that was used. Lightly mist a pH neutral cleaner onto the floor and wipe up with a clean dry cloth. Allow to air dry.

Step 9

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Bowl of water
White cloth or paper towels
Isopropyl Alcohol 70%, or odorless mineral spirits, or Goof Off
pH neutral cleaner
Scouring pad (Scotch-Brite™ pad= red only) or medium bristle brush

(Brillo pads are not recommended, some can be too abrasive)

Step 1

Blot with towel to remove excess spill

Step 2

Apply clean water to a fresh cloth to clean the area. Be careful not to saturate the floor.

Step 3

Take a dry white cloth to rub the stained area to make sure there is no more transfer. If spot is still visible, lightly mist a pH neutral cleaner onto the floor and wipe up with a clean dry cloth.

Step 4

If stain remains, lightly mist or pour a cap-full of isopropyl alcohol (or odorless mineral spirits or Goof Off) onto the affected area and leave for 1 minute.

Step 5

After 1 minute, lightly agitate the area with either a red Scotch Bright pad or a medium bristle brush. Using a harsher material could damage the floor.

Step 6

Apply clean water to a fresh cloth to clean the area. Be careful not to saturate the floor.

Step 7

Take a dry white cloth to rub the stained area to make sure there is no more transfer. If transfer is still visible, repeat the method.

Step 8

Step 9

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Bowl of water
White cloth or paper towels
Isopropyl Alcohol 70%, or odorless mineral spirits, or Goof Off
pH neutral cleaner
Scouring pad (Scotch-Brite™ pad= red only) or medium bristle brush

(Brillo pads are not recommended, some can be too abrasive)

Step 1

Blot with towel to remove excess spill

Step 2

Apply clean water to a fresh cloth to clean the area. Be careful not to saturate the floor.

Step 3

Take a dry white cloth to rub the stained area to make sure there is no more transfer. If spot is still visible, lightly mist a pH neutral cleaner onto the floor and wipe up with a clean dry cloth.

Step 4

If stain remains, lightly mist or pour a cap-full of isopropyl alcohol (or odorless mineral spirits or Goof Off) onto the affected area and leave for 1 minute.

Step 5

After 1 minute, lightly agitate the area with either a red Scotch Bright pad or a medium bristle brush. Using a harsher material could damage the floor.

Step 6

Apply clean water to a fresh cloth to clean the area. Be careful not to saturate the floor.

Step 7

Take a dry white cloth to rub the stained area to make sure there is no more transfer. If transfer is still visible, repeat the method.

Step 8

Step 9

Still need help? Schedule appointment with Beyond Clean

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Bowl of water
White cloth or paper towels
Isopropyl Alcohol 70%, or odorless mineral spirits, or Goof Off
pH neutral cleaner
Scouring pad (Scotch-Brite™ pad= red only) or medium bristle brush

(Brillo pads are not recommended, some can be too abrasive)

Step 1

Blot with towel to remove excess spill

Step 2

Apply clean water to a fresh cloth to clean the area. Be careful not to saturate the floor.

Step 3

Take a dry white cloth to rub the stained area to make sure there is no more transfer. If spot is still visible, lightly mist a pH neutral cleaner onto the floor and wipe up with a clean dry cloth.

Step 4

If stain remains, lightly mist or pour a cap-full of isopropyl alcohol (or odorless mineral spirits or Goof Off) onto the affected area and leave for 1 minute.

Step 5

After 1 minute, lightly agitate the area with either a red Scotch Bright pad or a medium bristle brush. Using a harsher material could damage the floor.

Step 6

Apply clean water to a fresh cloth to clean the area. Be careful not to saturate the floor.

Step 7

Take a dry white cloth to rub the stained area to make sure there is no more transfer. If transfer is still visible, repeat the method.

Step 8

Step 9

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