Alcoholic BeveragesD/W
AsphaltS, Pro
BeerD/W
BerriesD/W
Blood, wetD/W
Blood, dryA
ButterD/W
Chewing GumF
ChocolateA
CoffeeV,Pro
Cola drinksD/W
CosmeticsD/W
CrayonS
Deicer (calcium chloride)Vacuum, D/W
ExcrementD/W
Food dyesD/W
Furniture polishD/W, S, Pro
Grease (auto)S, Pro
Grease (food)D/W
Ink (ballpoint)S, Pro
Ink (permanent)S, Pro
Ink (washable)D/W, Pro
LipstickS
MilkD/W
MustardD/W
Nail polishnon-oily polish remover
Paint, latex, wetD/W
Paint, latex, dryS
Paint, oilS, Pro
RustPro
TeaD/W
UrineV, Pro
VomitV
WaxF
WineA

Legend:

(A) Ammonia, one tablespoon per cup of water. Always use before any detergent solution is employed.

(D/W) Detergent, one teaspoon dishwashing detergent in a quart of water, always followed up with plain water to remove residual detergent.

(S) Solvent; a nonflammable degreaser such as Energine, Carbona, or K2R.

(V) Vinegar; 1:1 mix with water

(F) Freeze with ice or ice/salt in a waterproof bag, then break up with a blunt object and promptly vacuum.

(Pro) A Professional Cleaning Service.

Special Cases:

Marker pen or ballpoint pen stains may be blotted after spraying with hair spray. Rinse well with water afterward.

Grease and oil may be absorbed with talcum powder, cornmeal, or cornstarch. Let stand for at least 6 hours, then brush and vacuum out. Follow with solvent if needed.

Red wine may be flushed with club soda prior to ammonia water use.