Stain Removal Guide
A sudden spill on your beautiful rug can be frustrating, but don’t worry. At Janssens Orient, we know how important proper rug care is. That’s why we’ve created a practical Stain Removal Guide, designed to help you safely and effectively tackle even the toughest carpet stains.
From red wine and coffee to ink and pet accidents, our expert tips offer the best ways to clean stains without damaging your rug’s fibers. Whether your rug is wool, silk, or synthetic, you’ll find step-by-step instructions and approved cleaning solutions tailored to each material.
With this easy-to-follow stain removal guide, you’ll always know what to do, keeping your rug looking fresh and extending its lifespan.
Please take in mind to always blot and never rub, treat stains as quickly as possible for best results, use protective gloves when handling chemical products and last but not least test all cleaners on an inconspicuous area first.
Check out our Stain Removal Guide below or download them below (Dutch & English version)
Ballpoint Pen
Effectively remove ballpoint pen stains with dry foam. Gently dab with a soft cloth and a small amount of acetone for the best result. This method helps remove ink stains from carpets and rug fibers without damaging the fabric.
Banana
Got a banana stain on your carpet? Clean the stain with carpet shampoo or a mixture of water and vinegar for a fresh, stain-free result.
Beetroot Juice
Use a good quality carpet shampoo for a thorough cleaning. Gently dab the stain and avoid rubbing to prevent the color from spreading further. Beetroot juice is highly pigmented, so the faster you act, the better the result.
blood
A blood stain on your carpet? Immediately dab the stain with a clean cloth and ice-cold water. Avoid rubbing to prevent spreading. Is the stain stubborn? Then use carpet shampoo and treat the spot carefully with a damp cloth.
Blueberry Juice
You can remove blueberry juice by gently treating the stain with water and mild soap. Dab the spot gently so the juice dissolves without damaging the carpet.
Butter
The best way to remove a butter stain from your carpet is to first carefully blot it with absorbent gray toilet paper. Then, treat the spot gently with a suitable cleaning agent like tri (trichloroethylene) to completely remove the stain and refresh the carpet.
Candle Wax
You can easily remove candle wax stains from carpets with gray toilet paper and a warm iron. Place the toilet paper on the stain and gently iron with the warm iron, so the candle wax melts and is absorbed by the paper. This method ensures effective and safe removal of candle wax without damage to your carpet.
Cement or Mortar
Got cement or mortar on your carpet? Gently brush away the stain and then dab it with a damp cloth. This effectively removes the stain without damaging the carpet.
Chewing Gum
The best way to remove chewing gum from your carpet is to first let it harden. Then you can carefully scrape off the hardened chewing gum. For ingrained chewing gum residues, acetone is an excellent solution to make your carpet spotless again.
Chocolate
For chocolate stains on your carpet, use lukewarm water with mild soap. Gently dab the stain to prevent it from spreading, leaving your carpet fresh and clean.
Coffee
Coffee stains on carpets are easy to treat with water and mild soap or a biological soaking agent. By tackling the stain quickly, you prevent it from soaking in and keep your carpet beautifully clean. This method is effective, gentle on fibers, and perfect for small coffee spills.
Copper Polish
If copper polish has been spilled on your carpet, first let the stain dry completely. Only then can you safely remove the copper polish by treating the carpet with water and mild soap. This way, you prevent the stain from spreading and keep your carpet clean and well-maintained.
Crayon
Crayon stains on carpets can be effectively treated with lukewarm water and mild soap, or with a biological soaking agent. This gentle, yet effective approach removes color residues without affecting the carpet fibers. Ideal for households with children where an accident can happen quickly.
Egg
Egg stains on carpets can be easily removed with water and a biological soaking agent. This effective and environmentally friendly method provides a thorough cleaning and helps your carpet stay beautiful for longer.
Felt-tip Pen
A felt-tip pen stain on your carpet may seem tricky, but it’s treatable. For best results, carefully remove the stain with acetone. Dab the acetone on the stain; do not rub, to prevent further spreading.
Floor Wax
To remove floor wax, place gray toilet paper on the stain. Then use a warm iron to heat the wax and allow it to be absorbed by the paper. Repeat this step until the stain has completely disappeared.
Fruit Juice
You can effectively remove fruit juice stains with water and mild soap, or with water and a biological soaking agent. Gently dab the stain to dissolve it and prevent it from soaking deeper into the carpet fibers. These methods ensure a thorough cleaning and help maintain the quality of your carpet.
Glycerin
The best way to remove glycerin stains is to first carefully remove the excess glycerin. Then, treat the spot with a suitable cleaning agent like tri to completely remove the stain and clean the carpet again.
Glue
Glue stains on carpets, such as from Velpon or Bisonkit, are best treated with the appropriate glue thinner. Always consult the product label for the correct approach. In some cases, acetone can help gently loosen glue residues without damaging the carpet.
Grass
Grass stains on your carpet can be effortlessly removed by treating them with water and a biological soaking agent, which provides a deep and safe cleaning.
Grape Juice
To remove grape juice stains from your carpet, use water in combination with a biological soaking agent. This method ensures the stain is gently loosened without damaging the fibers. This keeps your carpet beautiful and clean for longer.
Grease
A grease stain on your carpet? No problem! For effective removal, gently dab the stain with tri (trichloroethylene). This powerful agent helps dissolve the grease without damaging your carpet. Always test on an inconspicuous area first to check colorfastness.
Gravy
Gravy stains on carpets can be effectively removed with a combination of water, soap, and tri. This method ensures a thorough cleaning, tackling grease and food residues without damaging the carpet.
Ice Cream
A melted ice cream stain on your carpet? These stains are often easy to remove. Use a mixture of water and mild soap or water with a biological soaking agent. Gently dab the stain to remove the ice cream residue and any dyes.
Ink
You can use ammonia to remove ink stains from carpets. Always wear gloves during cleaning to protect your skin. This method ensures effective ink removal without damaging the carpet.
Iodine
Iodine stains on carpets can be stubborn, but you can effectively remove them with diluted ammonia. By gently dabbing the stain with diluted ammonia, you prevent further spreading and ensure a thorough cleaning. Always wear gloves during cleaning to protect your skin.
Jam
The best way to remove jam stains from carpets is with water and a biological soaking agent. This combination provides an effective and mild cleaning, leaving your carpet clean and fresh without fiber damage.
Lemon Juice
The best way to treat lemon juice stains is with soapy water (mild soap) or carpet shampoo. By cleaning the stain gently, you maintain the quality of your carpet and prevent lasting damage.
Lemonade
Lemonade stains on carpets are usually easy to remove with water and mild soap. By treating the stain quickly, you prevent sugars from soaking into the carpet and leaving sticky residues. This mild cleaning method ensures your carpet remains clean, fresh, and free of sticky spots.
Licorice
Easily remove licorice stains with carpet shampoo. Use the shampoo carefully to treat the stain without damaging the carpet, thus preserving its appearance.
Lime/Hard Water
To remove lime residues from carpets, start by vacuuming. For stubborn spots, you can treat the carpet with carpet shampoo and then vacuum again.
Liqueur
Liqueur stains on carpets can be effectively removed with carpet shampoo. By treating the stain directly with a suitable cleaning agent, you prevent sugar and alcohol residues from soaking in. Carpet shampoo provides a thorough cleaning and helps keep your carpet fresh and spotless.
Lipstick
Lipstick on your carpet? Treat the stain carefully with acetone to effectively loosen color and grease residues. Use a clean cloth and dab the spot without rubbing to prevent the stain from soaking further into the fibers.
Mayonnaise
The best way to remove mayonnaise stains from carpets is to first blot the stain with gray toilet paper. Then, gently dab the surface with a small amount of tri to effectively loosen grease residues. This method prevents the stain from setting and ensures a fresh, clean appearance for your carpet.
Milk
The best way to remove milk stains from your carpet is to gently dab the stain with a damp cloth or sponge and lukewarm water. This gentle cleaning method prevents the milk from soaking in and unpleasant odors from forming. This keeps your carpet fresh and clean without fiber damage.
Mustard
The best way to remove mustard stains from carpets is with lukewarm water and mild soap. For stubborn stains, a biological soaking agent can help effectively loosen the dyes. By treating the stain quickly and carefully, you prevent the mustard from setting and keep your carpet in top condition.
Mud
The best way to remove mud stains from your carpet is to first let the mud dry completely. Once the mud is dry, you can easily remove it with a vacuum cleaner. This method prevents mud from soaking further into the fibers.
Nail Polish
The best way to remove nail polish stains from your carpet is to gently dab the spot with acetone. Use a clean cloth and dab without rubbing to prevent the stain from spreading further. This approach provides effective cleaning without damaging the carpet.
Oil
The best way to remove oil stains from your carpet is to first blot them with gray toilet paper to absorb excess oil. Then, treat the spot carefully by dabbing with trichloroethylene or gasoline for a thorough cleaning. This method helps effectively remove stubborn oil.
Paint (Oil-based)
Have you spilled oil-based paint on your carpet? Don’t panic! Act quickly to effectively remove the stain. Start by blotting up the wet paint; do not rub, as this can spread the stain and press it deeper into the fibers. Then, gently dab with turpentine to dissolve the remaining paint.
Paint (Synthetic)
Synthetic paint on your carpet? No problem! Carefully scrape away the dried paint with a putty knife. Then gently dab the remaining stain with turpentine.
Paint (Water-based)
Water-based paint on your carpet is often easy to remove. Act quickly! Use a damp cloth to gently blot up the stain. Dab the paint, do not rub, to prevent the stain from soaking deeper into your carpet fibers. This simple method helps quickly clean your carpet and maintain its quality.
Pear Juice
Pear juice can leave stubborn stains on your carpet, but with the right approach, you can easily remove them. Use a mixture of water and mild soap to gently treat the stain and prevent the dyes from soaking into the fibers. For extra stubborn pear juice stains, a biological soaking agent offers an effective and environmentally friendly solution.
Pencil
Pencil stains on your carpet are easy to remove with a combination of water and mild soap or specialized carpet shampoo. By treating the stain gently, you prevent the graphite from settling deep into the fibers. This effective cleaning method ensures your carpet maintains its original appearance and becomes completely clean again.
Petroleum
The best way to remove petroleum stains from your carpet is to gently dab the stain and allow the remainder to evaporate completely. For stubborn residual stains, you can then treat them with trichloroethylene for a thorough cleaning.
Porridge
You can easily remove porridge stains from your carpet by gently dabbing the stain with a damp cloth or sponge. This gentle cleaning method prevents the stain from soaking deeper into the fibers and ensures your carpet stays clean and fresh.
Putty
Removing putty from your carpet requires a careful approach. Start by carefully scraping away the putty, followed by dabbing the spot with turpentine. This method helps effectively remove stubborn putty stains without damaging your carpet.
Red Wine
You can effectively tackle red wine stains on your carpet by first sprinkling salt on the stain. The salt absorbs the moisture and prevents the wine from soaking deeper into the fibers. Then, remove the residual stain by gently dabbing with white wine. This traditional method helps keep your carpet clean and prevents lasting discoloration.
Resin
You can effectively remove resin stains from carpets by gently dabbing the stain with turpentine. Then, treat the spot with gray toilet paper and a warm iron to absorb the resin. Repeat this treatment until the desired result is achieved for a thorough cleaning.
Rubber
Rubber stains on your carpet are often stubborn, but can be effectively removed with a combination of water and mild soap. For a more thorough cleaning, using a biological soaking agent is an environmentally friendly option that penetrates deep into the fibers without causing damage.
Rust
Rust stains on your carpet require an effective approach with a paste of water and oxalic acid. Let this special treatment soak in well so the rust loosens from the fibers. Then, clean the carpet with water and mild soap to remove all residues.
Salad Oil
Salad oil stains on your carpet can be tricky, but with the right approach, they are easy to remove. Gently dab the stain with tri, gasoline, or turpentine to effectively loosen the grease from the fibers. Always work carefully and use a clean cloth to prevent spreading.
Scorch Marks
Scorch marks on your carpet can often be carefully treated with hot vinegar or soapy water with a biological soaking agent. These methods help loosen discolored fibers and reduce visible damage. If the stain does not completely disappear, it is advisable to consider professional carpet repair. This way, your carpet maintains its appearance and its lifespan is extended carefully.
Shaving Soap
Have you spilled shaving soap on your carpet? No worries. Gently blot the stain with absorbent paper to remove excess foam. Then, let the area dry completely and lightly brush the surface. This helps your carpet retain its texture and appearance, without lasting traces of the stain.
Shoe Polish
First, remove the stain by carefully absorbing the excess grease with absorbent paper. Then, carefully dab the spot with a little turpentine to loosen the residues. This method ensures a thorough cleaning of stubborn shoe polish stains without damaging the carpet, leaving your carpet looking well-maintained again.
Solution (Adhesive)
Removing solution (adhesive) from your carpet requires a careful approach. Use thinner to gently remove the solution stain without damaging the carpet.
Soup
When soup is spilled on your carpet, it is important to tackle the soup stain immediately. Use a damp cloth and lukewarm water to gently dab the stain. This gentle cleaning method prevents the stain from setting and helps keep the carpet clean and fresh without fiber damage.
Spinach
The best way to remove spinach stains from your carpet is to first absorb the excess liquid with absorbent paper. Then, you can gently dab the stain with a damp cloth to remove the residues.
Sunscreen Oil
A sunscreen oil stain on your carpet can be tricky, but it’s treatable! Gently dab the stain with tri (trichloroethylene). This helps dissolve the oil and remove the stain. Test tri always first on an inconspicuous area of your carpet to ensure colorfastness. This way, your carpet will continue to look like new!
Syrup
Syrup stains on your carpet are often sticky and difficult to remove. Use water and mild soap or a biological soaking agent to gently treat the syrup stain. This method provides a thorough cleaning and maintains the quality of your carpet.
Tea
Tea stain on your carpet? Tea stains can quickly set and cause discoloration. Treat the stain immediately with lukewarm water and a few drops of lemon juice. Dab gently without rubbing. This natural method helps effectively remove the stain and prevents lasting damage to your carpet.
Tomato Juice
Spilled tomato juice on your carpet? Use lukewarm water with a little mild soap or a biological soaking agent. Gently dab the stain clean to prevent discoloration.
Urine
Urine stains on carpets can cause unpleasant odors and lasting discoloration. Immediately wipe the spot clean and then dab with soapy water (lukewarm water and mild soap). This not only removes the stain but also maintains the hygiene and appearance of your carpet. Quick action prevents soaking in and ensures your carpet smells and looks fresh again.
Vaseline
Vaseline stains on your carpet require a specific approach. Start by carefully scraping away excess Vaseline. Then, you can gently treat the stain with acetone or tri (trichloroethylene). These products help break down the greasy substance. Test always first on an inconspicuous area to ensure the colorfastness of your carpet.
Vomit
Does your carpet have a vomit stain? Easily remove it by first carefully scooping up the vomit with a spoon. Then you can treat the spot with a damp cloth and carpet shampoo for a thorough and effective cleaning. This method ensures your carpet becomes fresh and clean again without damaging the fibers.
Wax (e.g., Hair Wax)
A wax stain on your carpet is often treatable! Start by absorbing the wax with absorbent paper. Place the paper on the stain and gently heat it with an iron on a low setting, so the wax soaks into the paper. Then, wipe off the remaining stain with soapy water (mild soap). Dab gently to completely remove the stain.
Whipped Cream
Clean the stain quickly with lukewarm water and a mild soap solution. This simple but effective method removes both the fat and sugars from the whipped cream without damaging the carpet fibers.
Wine
Immediately dab the stain with a damp cloth. If the stain remains stubborn, treat it with water and a biological solvent. This helps dissolve the wine without damaging your carpet. If the stain is still visible after this treatment, gently dab with a mixture of water and ammonia. Always test this mixture on an inconspicuous area first to ensure colorfastness. With these steps, you’ll keep your carpet in top condition!
Wood stains
Treat wood stain marks on your carpet by gently dabbing them with a dry cloth and a small amount of tetra. Always wear plastic gloves during this treatment to protect your skin.
Yoghurt
A clumsy yogurt stain on your carpet? No stress! Acting fast is key. Start by blotting up the yogurt with absorbent paper. Press gently to absorb as much moisture and yogurt as possible without rubbing. Then, dab the remaining stain with a damp cloth. This method ensures your carpet becomes sparkling clean again and retains its texture.