Specific stain spotter vs. General spotter?

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imported_smprince1

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Was wondering if the specific stain spotters are that much more effective than the general type stain spotter.



For example, many use Folex with pretty good results on a wide type of stains. But I've had mixed results on certain types of stains using Folex. Are the specific spotters better than Folex for:



1) Coffee stains

2) Red dye type stains (fruite juice, wine, Koolaid, etc.)

3) Soda stains

4) Ink

5) etc.



I'm wondering if I should stick with 1 product for all stains (e.g. Folex) or if it's worth it to spend the money for stain spotters specific to coffee, red dye, etc.



Thanks.
 
Folex is a good neutral spotter with a bit of detergent in it. It is not a specific spotter.



If you are looking for an all around kit i strongly suggest following this:



Pretest Spot-Removal Procedures And Products



In an inconspicuous area (under a sofa cushion, on an area of carpet under or behind a piece of furniture), apply several drops of solution on the article and rub gently with a clean, white towel. If color transfers to cloth or a color change occurs a professional cleaner should be consulted. Apply the solution again, wait 1/2 - 1 hour, if possible, and inspect for any damaging color changes.



Do not over wet. Use small amounts of the spotting products and blot frequently. Always blot, do not rub or brush. Work from outer edge of the spot towards the center to prevent rings.



Beginning with step 1, treat the stain area with each spotting solution until the stain is removed. It may not be necessary to complete the entire series of steps. The final step is always to rinse carefully the area with water, then absorb all the remaining moisture with absorbent towels.



Be patient. Some spots respond slowly. All spots and spills cannot be removed from every fabric due to differences in fibers, dyes, construction, finishes, composition of the spills, length of time the spot has remained on the article, etc. Some stains require professional treatment.



To find the right procedure and product for cleaning various stains, choose the type of stain from the list below and select it.

Stain List

Stain Type



Recommended Products

Blood Protein & Stain Spotter, Pro Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter

Butter & Margarine Citrus Gel, Solvent Spotter, Protein Stain Spotter, Pro Spotter, Fiberbuff

Browning (cellulose) Yellow Rx, All Fiber Rinse

Candle Wax Power Solvent, Citrus Gel

Catsup & Tomato Sauce Protein Stain Spotter, Pro Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter, Oxy-Plus

Chewing Gum Citrus Gel

Chocolate Protein Stain Spotter, Pro Spotter, All Fiber Rinse, Zoop Enzyme Spotter

Cocktails Pro Spotter, Coffee & Tannin Spotter, All Fiber Rinse

Coffee Coffee & Tannin Spotter

Cough Syrup Pro Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter, All Fiber Rinse.

Crayons Power Solvent, Citrus Gel

Eggs (Raw) Protein Stain Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter, Pro Spotter

Food Coloring Pro Spotter, Red Rescue

Fruit Juice Pro Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter, Oxy-Plus

Furniture Stain Power Solvent, Citrus Gel, Protein Stain Spotter

Glue (School) Pro Spotter, Protein Stain Spotter

Grass Citrus Gel, Zoop Enzyme Spotter

Gravy Protein Stain Spotter, All Fiber Rinse, Pro Spotter

Greases & Oil Solvent Spotter, Power Solvent, Citrus Gel

Ice Cream Protein & Stain Spotter, All Fiber Rinse, Zoop Enzyme Spotter

Ice Melt Buildup All Fiber Rinse

Ink (Ball Point) Ink Spot Remover, Citrus Gel, Oxy-Plus

Ink (India) Ink Spot Remover, Power Solvent, Citrus Gel

Jam & Jelly Pro Spotter, All Fiber Rinse, Protein Stain Spotter

Lipstick Power Solvent, Citrus Gel, Oxy-Plus, All Fiber Rinse

Mildew Pro Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter, Oxy-Plus

Milk Protein Stain Spotter, All Fiber Rinse, Zoop Enzyme Spotter

Mucilage (Glue) Pro Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter, Protein Stain Spotter

Mud Pro Spotter, Citrus Gel

Mustard Protein Stain Spotter, All Fiber Rinse, Pro Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter

Nail Polish Power Solvent, Citrus Gel, All Fiber Rinse

Oils Power Solvent, Citrus Gel, Pro Spotter, All Fiber Rinse

Paint (Oil) Power Solvent, Citrus Gel, Pro Spotter

Paint (Water, Latex base) Pro Spotter, Solvent Spotter, Citrus Gel

Rubber Cement Power Solvent, Citrus Gel

Rust Prochem Rust Remover

Shoe Polish Power Solvent, Citrus Gel

Soft Drinks Pro Spotter, All Fiber Rinse

Soot Citrus Gel, Olefin Preconditioner

Tar & Asphalt Power Solvent or Solvent Spotter, Citrus Gel

Toothpaste Pro Spotter, All Fiber Rinse

Urine Pet Spotter & Deodorizer, All Fiber Rinse

Vomit Pro Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter, All Fiber Rinse

Wine Pro Spotter, All Fiber Rinse

Yellowing Yellow Rx, All Fiber Rinse

Traffic Lanes Ultrapac Trafficlean or Ultrapac Trafficlean Mint Fresh, All Fiber Rinse, Dry Slurry, Clean Green

Soil Filtration Lines Filter-Out, All Fiber Rinse, Dry Slurry, Oxy-Plus
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As for a spotting kit prochem spotting kit k250



I would then add Red- relief, and Stain magic from Pro's choice for red and orange dyes depending on if they are natural or synthetic food grade dyes. For yellow staining I use pro's choice urine stain remover.

Home
 
Grouse,



WOW .... those are a lot of spotters!!! When it comes to carpet/upholstery cleaning you are obviously out of my league. :)



I was contemplating whether I wanted to add 2-3 specific spotting cleaners for coffee, red, etc. in addition to my general stain product.
 
Anything with dyes in them Folex will have a hard time removing. Red stains, like kool-aid have red dyes in the formula, so the kool-aid turns red. Mustard is another one. Like was stated above, Red Relief and Stain Magic work well on those dye colored stains.
 
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