Carpets

tw33k2514

tw33k2514

New member
Joined
May 15, 2011
Messages
2,298
Reaction score
0
If I had to pick the weakest spot in my detailing arsenal it would have to be carpets. I currently have APC+ and Folex, but sometimes I run into stuff that neither of these can touch.

So that brings me to my question. What do you guys use on the really tuff stains? Coffee, grease ect..

I do not have an extractor yet, so keep that in mind.
 
Sounds like you need to invest in a steamer or extractor. Heat helps break stuff up better than anything. I have a cheap $100 steamer that I take on mobile jobs that works wonders with folex and some agitation.
 
Yeah, I am going to buy a steamer. An extractor is just not in the budget right now.
 
I use Folex and APC+ at 10:1 or 4:1 for really bad spots. I got my Mytee and it makes things so much easier! The next toys I have my eye on are the Flex PE-15 and VX5000 steamer :)
 
I purchased a Bridgepoint Spotting kit from the local carpet cleaning supply store. I've taken several carpet cleaning courses there also. If you ever get the opportunity to take classes like this you will step up your detailing quite a bit.
 
Hi Ben...

I agree that carpet stain removal is troublesome. Often as troublesome as fabric upholstery stain removal.

It starts, IMO, with identifying the type of stain that's present. There are inorganic, organic...and I put ink stains in a seperate niche. I also put stains into one of seven categories:

1.) Grease/tar/adhesives...(inorganic)
2.) Pet stain/odor/neutralizer (uric acid)
3.) Rust stains.
4.) Coffee/tea...(tannins)
5.) Blood/Ketchup/Mustard.....(protein/organic)
6.) Red dye/Red juices.
7.) Inks.

There are companies that sell stain-specific removers....Usually a little more expensive...But by far the best route to take, IMHO.

If cleaners such as Folex, APC's, P21S TAW, etc. won't budge the stains, it's good to have the stain-specific removers handy.

-Steamers/extractors are very good tools to also have in your arsenal someday.
-Sometimes janitorial/carpet-cleaning brick&mortars hold classes in regards to this matter.

Hope this helps some.

:)

Bob
 
Just to add to what Bob said. Inorganic stains are usually removed with a solvent based cleaner. Thats what the spotting chemical is called usually.

Mustard (tumer) and red dye are some of the toughest stains to remove. One of the reasons is that the same stuff used to dye carpets at the carpet mills is in mustard and red dyes.
 
I don't think you have ever posted something that hasn't been extremely helpful Bob.

This helps a lot! I am going to look into classes for sure. Because when I ask customers what they care about the most.. 9 times out of 10 it is carpet stains.
 
rakkvet said:
Just to add to what Bob said. Inorganic stains are usually removed with a solvent based cleaner. Thats what the spotting chemical is called usually.

Mustard (tumer) and red dye are some of the toughest stains to remove. One of the reasons is that the same stuff used to dye carpets at the carpet mills is in mustard and red dyes.
Click to expand...

Good info Tim. :props: Thanks.

I've never had complete success in totally removing indelible inks, just a "looks better"...
Any ideas/suggestions for removing this type of 'stain'??

:)

Bob
 
Chemical Guys Fabric Clean works wonders on anything that I have encountered.
 
FUNX725 said:
1.) Grease/tar/adhesives...(inorganic)
2.) Pet stain/odor/neutralizer (uric acid)
3.) Rust stains.
4.) Coffee/tea...(tannins)
5.) Blood/Ketchup/Mustard.....(protein/organic)
6.) Red dye/Red juices.
7.) Inks.
Click to expand...

What are your favorites specific stain remover for the category?
 
megs apc plus works good, Krud Kutter from home depot, and Folex from home depot, cant go wrong with those!
 
FUNX725 said:
Hi Ben...

I agree that carpet stain removal is troublesome. Often as troublesome as fabric upholstery stain removal.

It starts, IMO, with identifying the type of stain that's present. There are inorganic, organic...and I put ink stains in a seperate niche. I also put stains into one of seven categories:

1.) Grease/tar/adhesives...(inorganic)
2.) Pet stain/odor/neutralizer (uric acid)
3.) Rust stains.
4.) Coffee/tea...(tannins)
5.) Blood/Ketchup/Mustard.....(protein/organic)
6.) Red dye/Red juices.
7.) Inks.

There are companies that sell stain-specific removers....Usually a little more expensive...But by far the best route to take, IMHO.

If cleaners such as Folex, APC's, P21S TAW, etc. won't budge the stains, it's good to have the stain-specific removers handy.

-Steamers/extractors are very good tools to also have in your arsenal someday.
-Sometimes janitorial/carpet-cleaning brick&mortars hold classes in regards to this matter.

Hope this helps some.

:)

Bob
Click to expand...



thanks for the post!
 
ryancion said:
what should i do to remove the smell of my carpet which was urinated with my cat?
Click to expand...

Nature's Miracle Stain & Odor Remover (Petsmart). Does wonders on tough food stains, too (e.g., pomegranate, blueberry).
 
FUNX725 said:
Good info Tim. :props: Thanks.

I've never had complete success in totally removing indelible inks, just a "looks better"...
Any ideas/suggestions for removing this type of 'stain'??

:)

Bob
Click to expand...

FUNX725 said:
Hi Ben...

I agree that carpet stain removal is troublesome. Often as troublesome as fabric upholstery stain removal.




There are companies that sell stain-specific removers....Usually a little more expensive...But by far the best route to take, IMHO.



-Steamers/extractors are very good tools to also have in your arsenal someday.
-Sometimes janitorial/carpet-cleaning brick&mortars hold classes in regards to this matter.

Hope this helps some.

:)

Bob
Click to expand...


Experience and guidance for free- great post.

Soccer moms and rug rats=stains.
I'll do my best- but no guarantee.
 
This. :)

IMG_16551280x956.jpg



IMG_1654956x1280.jpg
 
tw33k2514 said:
Yeah, I am going to buy a steamer. An extractor is just not in the budget right now.
Click to expand...

I know some will disagree with me. But, I've never gotten great results with steam unless the carpets are only moderately dirty. Then again, I've never bought an expensive steamer.

They're great for breaking up stains, and you can certainly get by with one. But, you will run into jobs where the steamer won't be of much help. Especially if it's a cheaper model.

I could live without my steamer, But couldn't without the extractor. It's worth the money.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top