What Makes Spot Shot® Different From Other Carpet Stain Removers?
All
Spot Shot
products safely eliminate even tough and OLD carpet stains - and their odors, without scrubbing because they are formulated with powerful cleaning agents.
- Old stains
- Pet messes
- Coffee/Tea/Cola
- Dirt/Grime
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- Greasy Food
- Fruit Juice
- Ink
- Red Wine
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- Ketchup
- Chocolate
- Mustard
- And More!
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Most other products of this type are actually general cleaners.
Spot Shot
products won't turn hard and "crusty" when allowed to dry like other leading brands that leave a soapy residue.
Spot Shot
also powers out tough laundry stains.
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How Does Spot Shot Work?
Spot Shot formulas penetrate deep into carpet fibers where it breaks the physical bond of stain particles and odor molecules from the carpet fibers and pad, allowing them to be blotted-up completely out of your carpet.
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What Does Spot Shot Aerosol Have In It?
Spot Shot
aerosol is a water-based cleaner and one of its major ingredients is 2-Butoxyethanol, proven as a superior remover of difficult oil-based as well as old stains.
Spot Shot
aerosol formula also contains odor neutralizers to eliminate even the worst odors and leave a clean, light fragrance. The rest of the formula is a trade secret we prefer to keep to ourselves. However, we can assure you that
Spot Shot
aerosol formula contains no ingredients that might be detrimental to users or the environment when used as directed. Available in 14 and 21 oz.
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What's different about Spot Shot Trigger Formulas?
Spot Shot
Instant trigger formulas deliver a unique combination of proven power to safely eliminate even tough, old carpet stains. Non-toxic and Non-toxic formula (when usedas directed) and Biodegradable.
Spot Shot
environmentally-friendly trigger formulas feature (MSDS/SDS):
No-VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds)
No Phosphates
Recyclable Packaging
Anti-resoling agents to protect carpets from future stains
Dual-odor eliminators
Spot Shot
permanently eliminates even tough, old, carpet stains, including:
- Old stains
- Pet messes
- Coffee/Tea/Cola
- Dirt/Grime
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- Greasy Food
- Fruit Juice
- Ink
- Red Wine
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- Ketchup
- Chocolate
- Mustard
- And More!
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Can Spot Shot Be Used Around Children and Pets?
Used as directed,
Spot Shot
can be used around children and pets. However, like most cleaning products,
Spot Shot
should not be put in eyes or mouth. For these reasons, children and pets should be kept away from treated areas until they have completely dried. Any possibility of product residue being transferred from treated areas (where treated
areas have not been rinsed or blotted completely) to children's hands or pet's paws must be avoided.
If you have any questions regarding
Spot Shot
's safety or use, please call the toll-free
WD-40
24-Hour Health & Safety Information line at 1-888-324-7596.
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Does Spot Shot Work on All Types of Carpet?
Spot Shot works on most carpet types. However, consumers should always test for colorfastness (as with any chemical they use on their carpet). Some wool carpets or rugs are not colorfast, and special attention must be paid to this type
of carpet.
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Does Spot Shot Work on Pet Stains?
YES!
Spot Shot
is great on pet stains. The odor sometimes associated with pet stains will also be eliminated when
Spot Shot
removes the stain.
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How Do You Use Spot Shot Instant Carpet Stain Remover?
Be sure to read and follow the package directions.
Aerosol:
- Like any cleaner,
Spot Shot
should be tested for colorfastness by applying on a hidden area of carpet. Allow test area to dry completely (at least 12 hours) and observe any color change. If color is affected do not use. Avoid contact with painted, stained,
or finished surfaces, including wood floors. (See below.)
- Thoroughly blot or vacuum the affected area.
- Shake can for 2-3 seconds, tilt at 60% angle and spray stain.
- Blot treated stain with an absorbent cloth (preferably white).
- Repeat steps 2 and 3 until the stain is gone.
- Swab area with a damp cloth to remove any residue that might be left behind.
Triggers:
- Like any cleaner,
Spot Shot
should be tested for colorfastness by applying on a hidden area of carpet. Allow test area to dry completely (at least 12 hours) and observe any color change. If color is affected do not use. Avoid contact with painted, stained,
or finished surfaces, including wood floors. (See below.)
- Remove loose dirt and blot wet soils with a clean absorbent cloth.
- Spray stain area.
- Blot or rub gently with a clean, damp, colorfast cloth or sponge.
- Rinse cloth or sponge and repeat as necessary.
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Do I Need to Test for Colorfastness?
All carpets must be pre-tested for color-fastness (in an obscure area). To Test for Colorfastness:
- Apply
Spot Shot
to a scrap piece or obscure area of carpet.
- Allow test area to dry completely - at least 12 hours (avoid drying in direct sunlight).
- Observe for color stability. If color is affected do not use.
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Will Spot Shot Remove Old Stains?
YES!
Spot Shot
will remove old stains unless those stains have been "set" with a variety of detergents or chemicals in other products, or the heat from steam cleaners.
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What's The Best Way To Treat Old or Really Tough Stains With Spot Shot?
For the best results on old stain:
- Spray
Spot Shot
on the stain.
- LET STAND FOR 60 SECONDS to loosen the stain and then blot.
- If the stain begins to lift, but isn't removed completely, repeat the treatment.
- Rinse treated area with clear, cool water.
- Blot all water from treated area with white paper towels.
For really tough or old stains that don't loosen after 60 seconds:
- Spray
Spot Shot
on the stain.
- Place a thick layer of white paper towels over the treated area.
- Put pressure on the stain and paper towels by placing a cookie sheet on top of the paper towels and setting a very heavy item on top of the cookie sheet.
- Leave over-night.
- Rinse treated area with clear, cool water.
- Blot all water from treated area with white paper towels.
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What Kinds of Stains Does Spot Shot Not Remove?
There are basically two types of stains that
Spot Shot
will not remove: Red fruit juice dye and Rust. Red fruit juices or fruit flavored-drinks (i.e., Kool-Aid®) can contain a dye which is very difficult to remove from carpet. Rust stains are metal-based and the
agent needed to remove rust (acid-based cleaners) are sometimes difficult to use on carpets. However,
Spot Shot
can be effective on these stains if they are fresh and treated properly.
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Does Spot Shot Products Work on Upholstery?
We do not recommend use of
Spot Shot
Carpet Stain Remover on upholstery.
Spot Shot
Carpet Stain Remover works on carpet by loosing and drawing stains away from carpet fibers. When you use the same formula on upholstery, there is risk that the stains may actually spread across the flat fabric surface.
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Will Spot Shot Work on Clothing?
Yes. While
Spot Shot
is formulated for use on carpet fibers, it can also be an effective spot remover on washable fabrics. However, first test all fabrics for colorfastness and DO NOT use
Spot Shot
on silks, fabrics marked "dry-clean only", or non-colorfast fabrics.
For best laundry results, use
Spot Shot
as your first stain remedy. We cannot guarantee
Spot Shot
's effectiveness on stains that have been treated with other products. Many staining agents contain dyes or acids, or stains created by extreme heat (i.e., scalding liquids), may cause a permanent modification to fabric. Some stains
are not removable.
LAUNDRY DIRECTIONS:
- Test ALL fabrics for colorfastness
- Spray on obscure area and press firmly with a white paper towel or cloth.
- Confirm that the fabric is colorfast
- If any dye appears on the towel or cloth, the fabric is not colorfast.
- Spray stained area thoroughly-saturating stain
- For particularly difficult stains, you may want to agitate the stain after applying
Spot Shot
.
- Wait at least 60 seconds after applying
Spot Shot
, then wash item in regular detergent, according to fabric manufacturer's directions.
- DO NOT ALLOW SPRAY TO DRY ON FABRIC!
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