Do you ever feel like your rugs and carpets are a magnet for dirt and spills? If so, you are not alone. Fortunately, there are a number of effective ways to get rid of those stubborn stains, even if they are a challenge to identify.

The key to getting rid of any stain is to act quickly. This will allow you to blot any excess liquid or easily scrape up food particles that are lurking between your rug or carpet fibers. It may be tempting to scrub the stain out but doing so will only cause wear and tear while pushing the stain down even further. If you require additional treatment, call a professional rug and carpet cleaning company.

3 Common Types of Rug and Carpet Stains

Typically, common household items are to blame for those mystery stains you occasionally find on your rug or carpet. If you are still unsure about what type of stain you are dealing with, here are a few ways you can identify them and learn how
to treat them accordingly:

1. Food and Drink Stains: Generally, food and drink stains are easier to remove than other stains on your rug or carpet. Using a paper towel or sponge, blot the area with a dry cleaning solvent. You may instinctively want to use water first but if water comes in
contact with an oil-based spill, it can set the stain. Following this step, dampen the area with cold water for 30 minutes before blotting the stain again with a clean towel.

2. Chemical Stains: Chemicals will interact with textile dyes and may develop or change colour over time. You may also only notice them if they are exposed to moisture or sunlight, which can trigger their appearance. Unfortunately, chemical stains are more difficult to remove but you can easily prevent these types of spills from occurring by taking extra care when handling liquid chemicals.

3. Pet Stains: Regardless of whether your pet is housebroken or not, accidents are bound to happen every now and then. If your pet has used your rug or carpet to relieve themselves, you will notice that the stain may take on a dull yellow or red colour. Pet stains may also be easier to identify because they will give off a distinct, musty odour.

Fight Stains with Custom Rug Cleaning in Toronto

When you find a stain on your rug or carpet, it can be difficult to find the culprit. Every member of your household denies causing the stain, so you are left to play detective and figure out what it is and how to get rid of it!

Thankfully, you are not alone in your quest to find a solution for the mystery stain. For over 115 years, Babayan’s has served Toronto and the surrounding area with superior rug, carpet, and upholstery cleaning methods. Whether you bring in an oriental rug, Persian rug, or any other type, each will be professionally cleaned and treated as if they were our own. Trust our finely crafted cleaning procedures to help eliminate stubborn stains and extend the life of your rug or carpet.