Apparel/Fabrics
Sponge with a commercial cleaner.* Allow to dry completely. Sponge with water. Apply diluted hand dishwashing detergent and a few drops of ammonia. Cover with pad of absorbent dampened material and let stand as long as any stain is being removed. Flush with water. Sodium perborate bleach may remove the final traces of stain if it is safe to use on fabric.
* Look for products containing petroleum distillates or hydrocarbon such as trichloroethane, xylene, methylenechloride, methane, benzene and/or naphtha. These chemicals may be found in such spot removers and cleaners as Guardsman’s Afta, Dap Cleaner and Thinner, Goof Off, M-l Remover, Goo Gone, K2r.
Be sure containers are closed tightly when not in use. • Read label for special storage and disposal instructions. These products can be found at hardware stores, discount department stores, and grocery stores.
CAUTIONS:
- Always read the care label before trying any stain removal method. Do not use any products or procedures prohibited by the care label.
- Be careful any time a commercial product or combination of cleaning supplies are used.
- Always pretest each cleaning agent on an inconspicuous area first to determine colorfastness.
- Be sure to store and dispose of products/cans/containers as recommended. Keep out of reach of children.
- When using caustic or commercial cleaning solutions, be certain to provide for adequate ventilation.
Carpet
Blended Fibers, Hemp, Jute, Natural Fibers, Synthetic Fibers, Wool
Quickly blot up excess spill. Sponge the stain with a commercial dry-cleaning solvent. * Continue until all stain is removed. Mix 1 teaspoon of a white dishwashing detergent in 1 cup of lukewarm water. Add a few drops of ammonia. Sponge the stain using this solution. Blot. Sponge with clear water. Blot thoroughly and allow to dry quickly.
* Look for products containing petroleum distillates or hydrocarbon such as trichloroethane, xylene methylenechloride, methane, benzene and/or naphtha.
These chemicals may be found in such spot removers and cleaners as Guardsman’s Afta, Dap Cleaner and Thinner, GOOF OFF, M-l Remover, Goo Gone, K2r, etc.
CAUTIONS:
- Be careful any time a commercial product or combination of cleaning supplies are used.
- Always pretest each cleaning agent on an inconspicuous area first to determine colorfastness.
- When using caustic, toxic, aromatic or flammable cleaning solutions, be certain to provide for adequate ventilation. Do not have an open flame near flammable cleaning solutions. Wear rubber gloves.
- When using solvent-based cleaners on carpet or upholstery, be careful not to overwet the carpet or the fabric. Solvents can destroy the carpet backing and foam padding used in upholstery.
- Ammonia damages silk and wool. If you must use on these fibers, dilute with equal amounts of water and use sparingly.
Hard Surface Floors
Resilient (Asphalt, Cork, Polyurethane, Vinyl), Wood (Stained, Varnished, Waxed)
Remove excess wax. Wipe surface with a cloth or sponge dipped in warm sudsy water to which a few drops of ammonia have been added. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Polish or wax wood floors if necessary.
CAUTIONS:
Be careful any time a commercial product or combination of cleaning supplies are used. • Be sure to store and dispose of products/cans/containers as recommended. Keep out of reach of chi Idren. FURNITURE:
Bamboo, Cane, Plastic, Vinyl
Remove excess wax. Wipe surface with a cloth or sponge dipped in warm sudsy water to which a few drops of ammonia have been added. Rinse wpll and wipe dry with a cie;ln cloth. Gently wipe up the excess with a cloth dipped in the suds of a mild detergent and water solution to which a small amount of ammonia has been added. Rinse well with a clean cloth dipped in clear water and wrung almost dry. Polish or wax as soon as possible if needed.
Upholstered Furniture
Blended Fibers, Natural Fibers, Synthetic Fibers, Wool
Quickly blot excess spill. Sponge the stained area with a commercial dry-cleaning solvent. * Blot. Combine 1 teaspoon of a white dishwashing detergent and 1 cup lukewarm water. Add a few drops of ammonia. Sponge the stained area using this solution. Blot. Sponge with clear water until all residue has been removed. Blot thoroughly to remove excess moisture. Allow to dry quickly.
* Look for products containing petroleum distillates or hydrocarbon such as trichloroethane, xylene methylenechloride, methane, benzene and/or naphtha. These chemicals may be found in such spot removers and cleaners as Guardsman’s Afta, Dap Cleaner and Thinner, GOOF OFF, M-l Remover, Goo Gone, K2r, etc.
CAUTIONS:
- Be careful any time a commercial product or combination of cleaning supplies are used.
- Always pretest each cleaning agent on an inconspicuous area first to determine colorfastness.
- When using caustic, toxic, aromatic or flammable cleaning solutions, be certain to provide for adequate ventilation. Do not have an open flame near flammable cleaning solutions. Wear rubber gloves.
- When using solvent-based cleaners on carpet or upholstery, be careful not to overwet the carpet or the fabric. Solvents can destroy the carpet backing and foam padding used in upholstery.
- Ammonia damages silk and wool. If you must use on these fibers, dilute with equal amounts of water and use sparingly.
- Overwetting with water may cause the finish on the upholstery fabric to migrate and thus leave a circle in the treated area.
Walls And Ceilings
Dry Wawgypsum Board, Plaster, Paper (Vinyl), Wood, Paneling (Painted, Plastic Coated, Stained)
Remove excess wax. Wipe surface with a cloth or sponge dipped in warm sudsy water to which a few drops of ammonia have been added. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Polish or wax wood paneling if necessary.
CAUTIONS:
- Be careful any time a commercial product or combination of cleaning supplies are used.
- Be sure to store and dispose of products/cans/containers as recommended. Keep out of reach of chiIdren.
Other/interior
Acrylic Plastic, Alabaster, Ceramic Glass, Enamel, Plastic
R€meve excess wax. Wipe surface with a cloth or sponge dipped in warm sudsy water to which a few drops of ammonia have been added. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Kitchen/bathroom Cabinets (Wood)
Gently wipe up the excess with a cloth dipped in the suds of a mild detergent and water solution to WI a small amount of ammonia has been added. Rinse well with a clean cloth dipped in clear water and wrung almost dry. Polish or wax as soon as possible if needed.
Exterior Surfaces
Porches, Decks, Patios – Wood (Painted, Stained)
Remove excess wax. Wipe surface with a cloth or sponge dipped in warm sudsy water to which a few drops of ammonia have been added. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Siding/walls – Masonite, Vinyl, Wood (Painted)
Remove excess wax. Wipe surface with a cloth or sponge dipped in warm sudsy water to which a few drops of ammonia have been added. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean cloth.