REMOVAL OF STAINS FROM TEXTILES
Stain removal is fundamentally the job of specialists. If you still want to try it yourself, you should be aware of this: follow the steps on the ‘Textile Product Care’ page under ‘STAINS’ and the schedule below per type of stain.
When cleaning upholstery fabrics, the composition and processing of the fibres is essential. Always observe the fabric manufacturer's washing instructions. There are upholstery fabrics that should absolutely not be wet cleaned.
Textile coverings of fabric (flat fabric/velour/jacquard fabric) or microfibre
Water-soluble stains
A Wash immediately with cold water if the fabric can be wet cleaned, then treat with a solution of ph-neutral shampoo and water if necessary. Do not use hot water under any circumstances as egg white will solidify.
B Treat with a lukewarm solution of ph-neutral shampoo and water, if the fabric may be wet cleaned.
C Do not allow to dry! Treat immediately with a solution of lukewarm water and ph-neutral shampoo, if the fabric may be wet-cleaned,
Water-insoluble stains
D Do not work with an iron! Crumble as much as possible and remove carefully. Caution: with velours, this may cause damage to the fabric, consult a specialist.
E Consult a specialist.
A Blood
A Egg white/yellow
A Excrement/Urine
B Biros
B Vomit
B (Chocolate) milk
B Food
B Ink
B Coffee with milk
B Lipstick
B Soot
B Shoe polish
B Lettuce sauce
B Wine
C Beer
C Beverages/fruit juice
C Liquor
C Tea
D Wax/Candle wax
E Butter/Oil
E Blood (coagulated)
E Chewing gum
E Coal
E Nail polish
E Rust
E Paint (emulsion)
E Paint (oil)
E Fat
E Felt pen
Flocked fabrics
Do not use solvents under any circumstances, as they can damage the upholstery! Never scratch off sticky or hardened stains – dry or wet – with fingernails or rub them off with a brush, as this can damage the pile. Remove all stains using distilled water and pH-neutral soap with a little pressure, using dabbing and circular motions from the outside in. For very stubborn stains, it is best to consult a cleaning specialist.