STAIN REMOVAL GUIDE

Always follow the manufactures cleaning recommendation (cleaning codes), and then pretest any of the remedies listed below in an inconspicuous area before using them.

Use the table below to determine the appropriate cleaning method to use on your home furniture upholstery stain. Explanations of the letters in the Remedy columns appear below the table.

Stain Cause
Remedy
Stain Cause
Remedy
Alcoholic Drinks C/B Ice Cream B
Ashes/Soot A/B Ink/Lipstick A/C
Blood B Jam/Jelley B/C
Butter A Margarine A
Cake Frosting A/B Mayonnaise A/B
Candle Wax A Milk/Formula A/B
Candy B/C Mud B
Ketchup B Mustard B
Chewing Gum A Oil A
Chocolate A/B Salad Dressing A/B
Coffee A/B Sauces A/B
Cosmetics A/B Shoe Polish A/C
Crayon A Soft Drinks B
Dairy Products A/B Syrup B
Egg B Tar A
Feces B Tea B
Felt-Tip Marker C Urine B
Fruit/Juice B/C Vegetable A/B
Gravy A/B Vomit B
Grease A Wine/Koolaid C/B


A.Use a dry-cleaning solvent (such as Energine®, Carbona®, or K2r®). READ LABEL CAUTIONS. Apply to stained area with a clean cloth. Using a paper towel, blot with increasing pressure until liquid is absorbed. Repeat this procedure multiple times to rinse the stain material from the fabric.

B.Use a protein/enzyme-type laundry detergent (such as Era®), diluted; use one (1) part detergent to 30 parts water. Apply to stained area with a clean cloth. Using a paper towel, blot with increasing pressure until liquid is absorbed. Repeat this procedure multiple times to remove the stain. Repeat as necessary with clear water to rinse the detergent from the upholstery fabric.

C.Use a solution of one (1) part distilled white wine vinegar mixed with nine (9) parts ethyl rubbing alcohol (denatured or isopropyl rubbing alcohol may be substituted). Apply to stained area with a clean cloth. Using a paper towel, blot with increasing pressure until liquid is absorbed. Repeat this procedure multiple times to remove the stain from the upholstery fabric.