Treat stains as soon as possible after staining. The older the stain, the more difficult it will be to remove.
All stain removal methods should be applied prior to laundering washable garments. Stains that have been laundered and dried are almost impossible to remove.
Paint, waterbase, wet
Treat stains immediately with soap and water.
Paint, oil based, wet
Use thinner recommended on the paint label. If non are recommended use paint thinner or turpentine. Launder with detergent using the hottest water safe for fabric.
Paint, dry
Dried paint is almost impossible to remove. Contact dry cleaning establishment for advice.
Paint, waterbase, wet
Work as quickly as possible so the paint does not have a chance to dry. Remove excess paint by blotting up liquid with a clean absorbent towel. Sponge with cool water and blot several times. Apply 1 teaspoon liquid white dishwashing detergent mixed in 1 cup warm water of you can apply diluted carpet shampoo (1 part carpet shampoo to 4 parts water) with a brush or towel. Rinse and repeat as many times as necessary to e all the paint. Let the area dry thoroughly. Vacuum.
Paint, oil based, wet
After removing excess paint, carefully apply turpentine or paint thinner and blot repeatedly. Shampoo, let dry, then vacuum.
Paint, dry
Check with paint store for possible commercial dry water or oil based paint ewer or contact a commercial carpet and rug cleaner for advice. Dried paint is almost impossible to remove.
1993-bc (revised 9-94)
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