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An unsightly carpet stain can be a constant eyesore in your home, and with wall-to-wall carpeting, the chances of accidents go up considerably. Some stains seem impossible to clean, so it’s important to understand why they’re so stubborn and why the ideal solution is professional carpet cleaning. Here’s a closer look at the most problematic culprits.

Causes of Common Carpet Stains

1. Cooking Grease

Cooking grease is a well-known troublemaker in the home. It can create serious problems in your plumbing system and cause stains seemingly everywhere, including your carpet. Grease and oil stains are so tricky to remove because they deflect water. You’ll have to get creative with products like dishwasher soap that are designed to address these types of stains, but to truly revitalize a rug or carpeted area that’s been victimized by grease, it’s wise to stick with the pros.

2. Wine

carpet cleaningWine is the poster-child for carpet stains. Most homeowners worsen the problem initially by dabbing the stain with a wet rag. Ultimately, this drives the dye further into the carpet fibers. Dark wines on light-colored carpeting are extremely difficult to handle on your own, and a professional carpet cleaning service—with heavy-duty equipment and procedure know-how—is often your best bet.

3. Chewing Gum

Carpet stains aren’t exclusive to liquids and dirt. Chewing gum, either tracked in on shoes or dropped by someone, quickly tangles in the fibers. It’s often coated with soil and other debris, making the stain worse. Try freezing the gum with an ice cube to make it easier to remove. If that doesn't work, don’t start cutting fibers just yet. Professional carpet cleaning may be able to resolve the issue.

 

Whether you’re dealing with troublesome stains or need to revitalize your home carpeting, the team at J.L. Williard Carpet Care Inc can help. They’ve served the High Point, NC, area for over 40 years. This family-owned and -operated carpet cleaning service uses state-of-the-art deep-cleaning equipment and handles everything from general carpeting to Oriental rug cleaning. They also offer water removal expertise. Explore their services further online and call (336) 885-8519 to speak with a representative.

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