Tips for Treating Accidents on Carpets

The HOST Spot Removal Kit

HOST makes it convenient for you to clean up annoying spots with the HOST Spot Removal Kit. This handy kit contains a 1.1 lb. pack of HOST Sponges cleaner - "the emergency pack" - along with a HOST hand spotting brush. Keep a kit in your home, car, boat, trailer, camper, RV...anywhere there's carpet!

Prevent spots, spills, and stains from becoming permanent by cleaning them up with the HOST Spot Removal Kit as soon as they occur. However, realize some things permanently stain the carpet immediately and can't be removed

Remember: Liquid household products designed for spot cleaning carpet are effective but often leave a sticky residue behind that attracts dirt quickly. HOST Sponges never leave a sticky or soapy residue. HOST deodorizes and leaves carpet smelling fresh.. When cleaned with HOST, spots won't come back!

How to HOST-clean a wet spot

Blot the spot by pressing firmly with clean, white paper or cloth towels. Stand on the towels to speed up the absorption.

Continue blotting and use more towels if necessary. Repeat until there is no more moisture or color transfer. Some of the spill will have run down to the backing of the carpet, out of sight, and may reappear hours or even days later. To avoid this problem place a thick stack of dry paper towels over the area. Cover the towels with foil or plastic wrap and weigh them down with a heavy object or a stack of books. The next day, remove the towels and vacuum. Follow up with a HOST application.

How to Avoid Chemical Stains

Some household products contain chemicals that destroy or change carpet dyes and fibers - damage is permanent. If you use the following products, avoid contact with carpet.

Acne medications containing Benzoyl Peroxide

Chlorine bleaches, mildew killers, and swimming pool chemicals

DMSO (Dimethyl Sulphoxide)

Food Dyes

Insecticides and pesticides

Iodine and disinfectants

Mustard containing turmeric

Plant food

Tile, toilet, drain, and oven cleaners

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