Ah, coffee, that essential office morning pick-me-up. Office cleaning services know all too well how prevalent coffee stains are on corporate carpeting. Unfortunately, coffee stains are also some of the most difficult stains to remove, and if not removed promptly, can become permanent due to the dyes and oils contained in most coffees.
- Immediately blot at the spill with a clean cotton cloth and cool water. Try to remove as much of it as possible.
- Use a carpet cleaner or a portable extractor if you have one. Otherwise, go to step three.
- Spray a small amount of carpet cleaning detergent on the spill, and rub it with another clean cloth. Apply cool water to the spot and continue blotting.
- Tell your cleaning service about any new stain or spill, even if you have been able to clean up most of it. They will be able to clean it more thoroughly, using special detergents and spotters designed to remove protein.
- Coffee stains can be hard to remove, but acting quickly is the key.
