Randy Pierce
randy@wwcir.com
Cell: 443-277-1874
Spotting Classification & Identification Guide Water Soluble Class Enzymatic Enzymatic Enzymatic Detergent / Specialty Blood Feces Margarine Copier Toner (DRY) Latex Paint (WET)
Body Fluids Food Grease Mustard Betadine Mildew
Body Oils Food Oil Soda Floor Finish (acrylic) Mold
Butter Fruit Juices Tea Floor Finish (urethane) Mud
Chocolate Grass Urine Hair Dye Rust
Coffee Gravy Vomit Iodine
Curry Ice Cream Wine
Eggs Jams & Jelly
Solvent Soluble Class Solvent Based Solvent Based Solvent Based Specialty / Combination Alcohol Based Acrylic Paint Engine Oil Shoe Polish Body Wax Adhesives
Adhesives Furniture Stains Silicone Sealant Candle Wax Benzyl Peroxide
Body Wax Latex Paint (DRY) Tar Chewing Gum Floor Wax
Candle Wax Lip Stick Wood Glue Cosmetics Facial Furniture Stains
Chewing Gum Lubrication Oil Soil Filtration Ink
Crayons Nail Polish Soot
Engine Grease Pipe Thread Compound Copier Toner (Liquid)
Conditions Spots & Stains Yellowing / Browning Acetic Acid, Citric Acid, Reducing Agent, Rust Remover
Pinking Ammonia 7%
Dyes – Synthetic Detergent, Solvent, Alcohol
Dyes - Natural "food" Enzymatic, Detergent, Charged Hydrogen Peroxide
Pigments Alcohol Based or Solvent Based
Wick Back Absorbent Powder
Soil Filtration Solvent, Detergent
Identification Most spots, spills and stains are removed with normal cleaning processes. Some spots are "latent"; causing an irreversible bleaching
action when exposed to heat and or humidity. In most cases it is the location of the spots and the demographics of the occupants that
determine whether you clean first then spot or spot first then clean.
Basic Identification Procedures: 1. Using a clean white terry cloth towel gently rub the spot
A. if the towel slides over the spot and color transfer occurs the spot is solvent soluble
B. if the towel sticks to the spot or does not slide easily with little to no color transfer the spot is water soluble
i. verify by gently rubbing a slightly damp towel over the sticky spot, a small amount of color
will transfer (use fresh cold water only to dampen the towel)
C. if the towel slides over the spot but no transfer occurs the spot is a stain and is specialty / alcohol based
2. Using a 30x microscope
A. solvent soluble spots will show a slight sheen to the fiber
B. water soluble spots will show an encrustation on the fiber
C. specialty / alcohol based will show a small amount of soiling with a possible color change to the fiber
S Spotting Kit Tools Water Base Agents Solvent Agents white cotton towels fresh water RTU cleaning detergent odorless mineral spirits
horse hair tamping brush enzyme product pH 8 – 10 P O G
"bone" tool G P spotter RTU shampoo pH 8 – 9 Gel Spotter
"q" tips neutral pH detergent wet solvent
30x microscope acetic acid 7% denatured alcohol
carpet sheer / scissors ammonia isopropyl alcohol 90%
trigger sprayers Hydrogen Peroxide 3% acetone
grooming tool rust remover grain alcohol 190 proof
mixing bottles reducing agent
"t" spoons citric acid
Randy Pierce
randy@wwcir.com
wwcir.com Cell: 443-277-1874
Spotting Guide Soluble - Enzymatic Spots Blood Chocolate Food Oil Jams & Jelly Body Fluids Eggs Grass Margarine Body Oils Feces Gravy Urine Butter Food Grease Ice Cream Vomit Spots, Spills, Stains that contain water and are organic "food" based. This classification can contain proteins, carbohydrates, oleo fats that
are sticky to the touch and age with contact with the air from the original color to dark brown - black in color. Enzyme products contain
"keys" that easily unlock the bonds that this class of spots contain through catalytic action.
General Procedures: 1. Remove all solids by gently drawing to the center of the spot with a "bone" tool
2. Apply pre mixed ready-to-use Enzyme Spotter directly to the spot and gently agitate using a Horse Hair spotting bush in counter
clockwise motion.
3. Rinse the spot using pre mixed ready-to-use Neutral Detergent
4. Use several vacuum strokes only to remove all moisture
5. Blot dry using clean white cotton terry cloth towel
6. Groom pile using grooming tool
For the following spots: COFFEE, SODA, TEA Follow the procedures listed above then lightly mist RTU Acetic Acid, Citric Acid or Reducing Agent to prevent browning during drying.
For the following spots: CURRY, FRUIT JUICES, MUSTARD,WINE Follow the procedures listed above then lightly mist a Charged Hydrogen Peroxide solution to remove dye component, cover the spot with
clear Saran wrap and allow to dry.
JCH Inc. Sales and Marketing Water Soluble - Detergent Spots Spots, Spills, Stains that are water based requiring detergents and additional applications for removal.
General Procedures: 1. Spray a General Purpose Spotter directly to spot and gently agitate using a Horse Hair spotting bush in counter clockwise motion.
3. Rinse the spot using pre mixed ready-to-use Neutral Detergent
4. Use several vacuum strokes only to remove all moisture
5. Blot dry using clean white cotton terry cloth towel
6. Groom pile using grooming tool
For the following spots: Betadine, Iodine, Mud 1. Spray a General Purpose Spotter directly to spot and gently agitate using a Horse Hair spotting bush in counter clockwise motion.
3. Rinse the spot using pre mixed ready-to-use Neutral Detergent
4. Use several vacuum strokes only to remove all moisture
5. Blot dry using clean white cotton terry cloth towel
6. Mist a RTU solution of a Reducing Agent and allow to dry
For the following spots: Mildew, Mold 1. Apply pre mixed ready-to-use Fungicide directly to the spot and gently agitate using a Horse Hair spotting bush in counter clockwise
motion.
2. Rinse the spot using pre mixed ready-to-use Neutral Detergent
3. Use several vacuum strokes only to remove all moisture
4. Blot dry using clean white cotton terry cloth towel
5. Groom pile using grooming tool
For the following spot: RUST 1. Apply RTU Rust remover directly to spot and allow to dry
Note: wool may "pink" after application, if this occurs; use Ammonia vapors to reverse "pinking"
For the following spots: Hair DYE, Floor Finish (Acrylic), Floor Finish (Urethane) 1. Apply RTU Ammonia directly to spot
2. Spray a General Purpose Spotter directly to spot and gently agitate using a Horse Hair spotting bush in counter clockwise motion.
3. Rinse using a quality alkali pH Extraction Detergent and allow to dry
Note: for Hair Dye lightly mist a charged Hydrogen Peroxide to remove dye component as final step, cover the spot with clear Saran wrap
and allow to dry.
Randy Pierce
randy@wwcir.com Cell: 443-277-1874
Spotting Guide Solvent Soluble Spots JCH Inc. SalSpots, Spills that require solvents and detergents to liquefy, slide or emulsify for complete removal. All solvent based spots oxidize as they
age and attract soil. This class requires that specific solvents be applied based on the composition of the spot or spill. Care must be taken
when using heat as many spots within this classification will "grow" or activate under heat applications. Use heat only when directed. Never
apply solvents directly unless directed, direct application of solvents can destroy substrates, mastics, cushioning.
General Procedures: 1. Remove all solids by gently drawing to the center of the spot with a "bone" tool
2. Apply solvent to clean white cotton terry cloth towel then blot spot, blot in a counter clockwise motion.
3. Spray a General Purpose Spotter directly to spot and gently agitate using a Horse Hair spotting bush in counter clockwise motion.
3. Rinse the spot using pre mixed ready-to-use Neutral Detergent
4. Use several vacuum strokes only to remove all moisture
5. Blot dry using clean white cotton terry cloth towel
6. Groom pile using grooming tool
For the following spots: Crayons, Engine Oil, Engine Grease, Lip Stick, Lubrication Oil, Shoe Polish, Tar, Pipe Thread Compound, Silicone Sealant 1. Apply POG to clean white cotton terry cloth towel then blot spot, blot in a counter clockwise motion
2. Apply Wet Spotter to clean white cotton terry cloth towel then blot spot, blot in a counter clockwise motion
3. Apply Dry Spotter to clean white cotton terry cloth towel then blot spot, blot in a counter clockwise motion
4. Spray General Purpose Spotter directly to spot and gently agitate using a Horse Hair spotting bush in counter clockwise motion.
5. Rinse the spot using pre mixed ready-to-use Neutral Detergent
6. Use several vacuum strokes only to remove all moisture
7. Blot dry using clean white cotton terry cloth towel
8. Groom pile using grooming tool
For the following spots: Acrylic Paint, Body Wax, Candle Wax, Latex Paint 1. Fracture hard deposits by hitting them with the hard side of your spotting brush.
2. Dry vacuum broken pieces from the surface.
3. Apply a POG to clean white cotton terry cloth towel then blot spot, blot in a counter clockwise motion
4. Apply a Wet Spotter to clean white cotton terry cloth towel then blot spot, blot in a counter clockwise motion
5. Apply a Dry Spotter to clean white cotton terry cloth towel then blot spot, blot in a counter clockwise motion
6. Spray General Purpose Spotter directly to spot and gently agitate using a Horse Hair spotting bush in counter clockwise motion.
7. Rinse the spot using pre mixed ready-to-use Neutral Detergent
8. Use several vacuum strokes only to remove all moisture
9. Blot dry using clean white cotton terry cloth towel
For the following spots: Adhesives, Chewing Gum, Wood Glue, Soil Filtration, Soot 1. Apply a Gel Spotter directly to the spot and gently work in using a "bone" tool
2. Allow to dwell then gently scrape off of the surface using a "bone" tool
3.Spray a General Purpose Spotter directly to spot and gently agitate using a Horse Hair spotting bush in counter clockwise motion
4. Rinse the spot using pre mixed ready-to-use Neutral Detergent
5. Use several vacuum strokes only to remove all moisture
6. Blot dry using clean white cotton terry cloth towel
7. Groom pile using grooming tool
For the following spots: Furniture Satins -
1. apply mineral spirits to clean white cotton terry cloth towel then blot spot, blot in a counter clockwise motion
Nail Polish -
1. apply acetone to clean white cotton terry cloth towel then blot spot, blot in a counter clockwise motion
Ink and markers -
1. apply denatured alcohol / grain alcohol to clean white cotton terry cloth towel then blot spot, blot in a counter clockwise motion
2.Spray a General Purpose Spotter directly to spot and gently agitate using a Horse Hair spotting bush in counter clockwise motion
3. Rinse the spot using pre mixed ready-to-use Neutral Detergent
4. Use several vacuum strokes only to remove all moisture
5. Blot dry using clean white cotton terry cloth towel
6. Groom pile using grooming tool
Randy Pierce
randy@wwcir.com
Cell: 443-277-1874
Spotting Guide Special Conditions Spots & Stains Yellowing / Browning Rust JCH Inc. Sales and Marketing Surface yellowing is a chemical reaction condition caused by heat and or humidity requiring a chemical treatment to reverse. The age
of the condition will determine the success of the removal, in all yellowing cases extensive cleaning is required before treatment.
A. BHT / Acid Dye Blocker conditions: apply a 6% citric acid solution and allow to dry
B. PVC condition: apply a 6% reducing agent solution and allow to dry
C. Alkali condition: apply acetic acid and allow to dry
Surface browning is a natural decomposition of natural materials caused by alkalinity,moisture and time. Color determines the age of the condition with clear/pale yellow indicating a new condition, dark brown/ black indicating a very old condition. Avoid high
moisture cleaning as this process will speed up the decomposition.
A. apply acetic acid or reducing agent and allow to dry
Rust Rust is the oxidation of iron / steel producing a permanent scale on the surface that is orange to red in color. There is no removal of
the iron oxide scale possible on most surfaces. Rust is caused by moisture / humidity that becomes trapped and does not evaporate
rapidly.When treating rust stains never rinse out the rust remover as this action will producemore rust on the surface over time.
A. apply a rust remover directly to the spot and allow to dry
B. avoid contact with un-affected surface as this may produce a pinking condition
Pinking Pinking is a dye reaction to excess acidity. This condition can occur on natural and synthetic fibers that are dyed using acid dyes. Base
dyes; alkali dye systems will not pink, but will bleed.
A. apply ammonia vapors to the pink area , avoid direct contact as this will cause a browning condition on natural
fibers.
Dyes & Pigments Dyes and pigments add color to a surface. Dyes penetrate the surface while pigments coat a surface and are in fact paint. Ball point pen
inks are pigments while fountain pen inks are dyes. In all cases extensive cleaning is required before treatment and the surface must be
dry before proceeding.
A. Synthetic dyes and inks:
1. apply solvent or alcohol to a towel / "Q" tip and gently touch the dye, the dye will migrate into
the towel / "Q" tip, repeat until transfer stops
2. apply a charged Hydrogen peroxide solution directly to the remaining dye, cover with saran
wrap and allow to dry
B. Natural dyes:
1. apply an enzymatic detergent agitate then rinse with cold water
2. apply acetic acid directly to dye, blot with dry towel, repeat until transfer stops then rinse
with cold water
3. apply a charged Hydrogen peroxide solution directly to the remaining dye, cover with saran
wrap and allow to dry
C. Pigments and Liquid Copier Toners:
Do Not pre-Clean 1. apply a gel spotter, allow 5 to 10 minute work time then remove the gel
2. apply solvent or alcohol to a towel and blot, repeat until transfer stops
3. apply a charged Hydrogen Peroxide solution directly to the remaining pigment, cover with
saran wrap and allow to dry
D.
Dry Copier Toners:
Do Not pre-Clean 1. Vacuum, vacuum, vacuum in all directions then vacuumagain!
2. apply a cold solution of high foaming shampoo , agitate and vacuum
3. rinse with cold water
4. apply a charged Hydrogen Peroxide solution directly to the remaining pigment, cover with
saran wrap and allow to dry
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