Posted by Todd Ellebruch on Wed, Oct 28, 2009 @ 11:38 AM
In addition to gum, candy, and chocolate, other "accidents" can be a nightmare to clean-up, especially on a nice white carpet. Here is another carpet cleaning tip on getting rid of one of those other scary Halloween stains.
Remember: Carpets and rugs with natural fibers or dyes may require special treatment, and always read and follow the care instructions and any warnings provided by the carpet manufacturer. If in doubt contact a cleaning professional for advice/service. Never use a circular motion when attempting to remove stains, as it can destroy the texture of the carpet.
Determining the chemicals in the fake blood will help you figure out the best method on removal. Remove as much of the fake blood as possible by blotting with a white paper towel or scraping with a dull knife. Using an oxygen-based detergent solution, blot the affected area until it is covered. Avoid any detergents that contain bleach and/or lanolin. Rinse with a spray bottle containing water, blotting until you remove the stain.
If this does not completely remove the stain, you may need to moisten the area with a 3 percent hydrogen-peroxide solution. Let sit for an hour, and repeat as necessary. Light causes a chemical reaction with the peroxide so you do not have to rinse. Once the stain is removed, use a towel or paper towel to ensure the area is dry.
Another method is to pour a little club soda over the blood. Cover the fake blood in plenty of salt to absorb the stain. Wait one day & vacuum!
Posted by Todd Ellebruch on Wed, Oct 28, 2009 @ 10:28 AM
It is a fabulous time of year for many, and a favorite holiday for others. The time of year when we are supposed to dress up in our favorite scary costume or be behind a mask.
Carrara Companies will do it's part in spreading the Halloween spirit this year as well. Some of you may have been paid a visit in years past, and this year be on the lookout for The Three Musketeers. Eric Schlaubach, Jim Dunphy, and Ed Duke will be visiting customers around the Northeast Ohio and Columbus areas.
Last year Eric and Jim, dressed as Batman & Two-Face, visited around thirty businesses and this year plan to visit even more. "Taking advantage of the holidays and bringing joy into our customers' normal work day is fulfilling. I think this year we may swing by a hospital and spend some time with the kids," says Eric.
Posted by Todd Ellebruch on Mon, Oct 27, 2008 @ 09:59 AM
Each Halloween, trick-or-treating brings smiles, laughter and months worth of candy. But even when the chocolate bars and sticky, gooey candies are eaten, traces of Halloween fun can still be found lurking on our carpets and rugs.
We've listed here some carpet cleaning tips and tricks for removing those scary Halloween stains. (Please remember these are general guidelines, and carpets and rugs with natural fibers or dyes may require special treatment. Never use a circular motion when attempting to remove stains, as it can destroy the texture of the carpet.)
- Chewing Gum: Freeze the gum with an ice cube for about five minutes or until the gum becomes hard. Break up the gum with a dull knife and vacuum the pieces. Detergents containing a citrus base may remove the stickiness of the gum, allowing it to be easily removed.
- Gooey Candy: Using either a dull knife to scrape, or a white paper towel to blot, remove as much of the candy as possible. Using a detergent solution, blot the affected area until it is covered with detergent. You want to avoid any detergents that contain bleach and/or lanolin. Rinse with a spray bottle containing water, blotting until you remove the stain. If this does not completely remove the stain, you may need to moisten the area with a 3 percent hydrogen-peroxide solution. Let it sit for about an hour, and repeat as necessary. Light causes a chemical reaction with the peroxide so you do not have to rinse. Once the stain is removed, use a towel or paper towel to ensure the area is dry.
- Chocolate: Begin as you would with candy, and use a dull knife or paper towel to remove as much as possible. Once completed, mix cool water with ammonia (1 tablespoon of ammonia to ½-cup water) in a spray bottle, and cover the affected area lightly. Blot continuously with a white paper towel until the stain is removed.