How to Get Rid of a Scotchgard Stain

Warranty Protection

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  Check your Scotchgard protection warranty card. Scotchgard-treated surfaces are guaranteed to be stain resistant for seven years after treatment. If a stain can’t be removed within the warranty period, you may be able to have the item replaced.

• 2

  Call the warranty phone number printed on the warranty card. A stain professional will direct you to the best cleaning agents and techniques to use for a particular stain.

• 3

  Visit the Scotchgard website. A stain-removal guide outlining the best techniques and cleaning products to use for each type of stain is available at scotchgard.com.

Scotchgard Solutions

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  Clean the rug by vacuuming it thoroughly to remove dirt. Blot spills with paper and clean solids by carefully removing the spilled items with a utensil.

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  Apply lukewarm water to the stain and blot it clean.

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  Clean the carpet with shampoo or stain remover if the first two steps were not effective.