Tasks
How to choose the right product for your task
Each guide explains how to approach the task, what to look for when choosing a product, and what precautions to take.
Removing Urine and Organic Odors
Urine odour on a sofa, mattress or carpet is hard to remove with ordinary cleaners, because the source — uric acid crystals — stays deep in the fibres and reactivates with humidity. Regular soap and scented sprays only mask the problem temporarily.
Removing Blood and Protein Stains
Blood, egg and dairy are protein-based stains that "cook" and set into fabric when treated with hot water. The right approach is a cold-water pre-treatment followed by a dedicated protein-stain remover.
Removing Ink and Marker Stains
Pen or marker marks contain dyes and solvents that soak into fabric quickly. These stains call for a solvent-based remover chosen to suit how tolerant the specific surface is.
Removing Grease and Oil Stains
Grease stains only lift with alkaline or dedicated degreasing products, since water alone doesn't break down fat molecules. Removing grease from a kitchen, garage or textile calls for a different approach depending on the surface.
Removing Coffee, Wine and Juice Stains
Coffee, red wine and brightly coloured juices contain natural tannin dyes that set into fabric quickly, especially once dry. The sooner treatment starts, the easier the stain lifts.
Removing Rust Stains
Rust stains are metal oxides that ordinary cleaners can't dissolve — they need a dedicated acidic formula made specifically for rust removal.
Removing Glue and Chewing Gum
Glue and chewing gum are sticky substances usually removed with a temperature trick (freezing or gentle warming) combined with a dedicated solvent, rather than aggressive rubbing.
Eliminating Pet Odors
Pet odour builds up in carpets, sofas and fabric from protein particles and uric acid. Air fresheners are a temporary fix — the effective approach is enzymatic treatment at the source.
Sofa Dry-Cleaning Chemicals
Sofa dry-cleaning usually involves several steps: dust removal, applying a prespray, a deep clean with shampoo or an extractor, and a rinse or neutralising step. Product choice depends on the upholstery type — fabric, leather or faux leather.
Mattress Dry-Cleaning Chemicals
A mattress is in nightly contact with skin, so the products used on it need to be gentle and free of harsh ingredients, while still being effective against dust mites, sweat and stains.
Carpet Dry-Cleaning Chemicals
Carpet cleaning typically follows a sequence: prespray, a deep clean with shampoo or an extractor, and an acid rinse to neutralise alkaline residue and help restore colour.
Car Interior Dry-Cleaning Chemicals
Cleaning a car interior has its own quirks due to the enclosed space and mix of materials — fabric, faux leather, plastic trim and headliner. Each surface calls for its own product.
Chemicals for Extractors and Wet Vacuums
Products used in an extractor or wet vacuum need to be low-foam — otherwise foam can damage the motor or reduce suction power. Regular hand-application shampoos aren't suitable for this equipment.