Scene Clean Spot Cleaning Guide for the Holidays
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As the holidays quickly approach us, we will be faced with various guests and sometimes the unwanted or untimely spill. Please use the quick spot cleaning guide (follow instructions below) to help you navigate your holiday spills. Cheers to you and your family!

CANDLE WAX:

  1. Scrape away as much wax as possible with spatula or dull knife.
  2. Apply dry cleaning solvent.
  3. Apply POG, blot.
  4. Apply dry-cleaning solvent, blot.

WINE:

  1. Apply detergent solution, blot.
  2. Apply vinegar solution, blot.
  3. Apply ammonia solution, blot.
  4. If necessary, bleach with 3-5% hydrogen peroxide or sodium perborate.
  5. Rinse thoroughly with water, blot until dry.
  6. (If all else fails, switch to Chardonnay)!!

KETCHUP & TOMATO SAUCE:

  1. Apply cool detergent solution, blot.
  2. Apply ammonia solution, blot.
  3. Apply enzyme detergent, blot.
  4. If stain remains, bleach with 3-5% hydrogen peroxide or sodium perborate.
  5. Rinse thoroughly with water, blot dry.

CHOCOLATE:

  1. Scrape away as much as possible with spatula or dull knife.
  2. Apply cool detergent solution, blot.
  3. Apply ammonia solution, blot.
  4. Apply vinegar solution, blot.
  5. Apply enzyme detergent, blot.
  6. Rinse thoroughly with water, blot until dry.

COFFEE:

  1. Apply detergent solution, blotting frequently.
  2. Apply vinegar solution, blot.
  3. Cover with dry towels until dry.

 

SPOTTING SOLUTIONS

Use the solutions below to create your DIY spot cleaner.

AMMONIA SOLUTION
Mix one tablespoon of clean household ammonia with one-half cup of water.

BLEACH
Use hydrogen peroxide or sodium perborate (present in Snowy or Clorox II). DO NOT use chlorine bleach.

DETERGENT SOLUTION
Mix one teaspoonful of a colorless, mild detergent or dishwashing liquid in a cup of lukewarm water.

DRY-CLEANING SOLVENT
Volatile dry spotter or a commercial spotter such as Thoro, Energize, K2R. Use in small amounts…can be harmful in sizing, backings or stuffing material. DO NOT use gasoline, lighter fluid or carbon tetrachloride.

POG
Paint, oil and grease remover; available in hardware stores. Use extremely small amounts with extreme caution!

Then, call a professional for complete odor and stain removal!
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Thank you from our family to yours!