Stain removal

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redlava
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Stain removal

Post by redlava »

Has anybody used Resolve carpet cleaner on the seats. I have a few mystery stains, but I didn't want to mess the seats up if I sprayed it on and I shouldn't have. Thanks.
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Re: Stain removal (redlava)

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test it in an inconspicous area
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Try spraying some in the seat pocket behind the drivers seat. That way, if it discolours (which I doubt it will), it won't be visible.
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Re: Stain removal (redlava)

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Should be OK to use the Resolve, but as the others said, test it first. My favorite interior upolstry cleaner is definately Blue Coral's "Dri-Clean". Always did a great job. Works excellent in a steam cleaner also.
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I use "Power Out" by Turtle wax for my stain removal and shampooing the interior. Love it and have used it for years in my car. I am a smoker and ask Sub R Vibe if my car smells of smoke.Try it and let me know.Sam
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I use my cordless Bissel Spot remover. It dispenses shampoo and then vacuums it up. Very slick and works very well. I once used it to remove a chilli stain from my Civic. How do you get a chilli stain in your car you ask? Well it's a long story involving a slow cooker.
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Post by Winky43402 »

I've used Resolve, works fine, no problems.I would probably just try water first though.
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I tried water yesterday and it didn't work. It must be like ketchup or something from the few times I have eaten in my car. But if resolve works then it won't be there for long. Thanks everyone for your input.
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Quote, originally posted by Stang2Vibe »Should be OK to use the Resolve, but as the others said, test it first. My favorite interior upolstry cleaner is definately Blue Coral's "Dri-Clean". Always did a great job. Works excellent in a steam cleaner also.Get some DRI-Clean and also a little bit of Scotchgard to add into the steamer. It does wonders.
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Quote, originally posted by Mr. Poopypants »Get some DRI-Clean and also a little bit of Scotchgard to add into the steamer. It does wonders.I just bought some Dri-Clean on sale today at Pep Boys and I noticed that it is no longer pink in color, it's now clear.
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Anything to use on the seats... without using some kind of steam cleaner?
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I use stoner carpet and upholstery cleaner: Works magic!
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^^^That's the stuff! Works very well!
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Looks like I will be giving that stuff a shot for this weekend Thanx for the tip! I have been using Stoner's Invisible Glass for a few years now and that stuff is amazing!Guess they know how to make cleaning products.
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I use Stone products almost exclusively in my car care rituals.The only product of theirs that I feel is kinda sucky is the "Tarminator" bug and tar remover. It doesn't really do a great job getting bugs off.Other than that, I give them for their product line!
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Re: Stain removal (ebslopp)

Post by MotoAce51 »

I used a stain remover on the seats and it made it look worse. Discolored the center slightly. It drives me nuts. I did test it and it was fine, so be careful....
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Post by MrsSlocum »

I'm taking my Vibe within the next week to a place that does that kind of thing. Because my stains are deep down ( from previous owner ) they said it'll take about 3 hours to do. But it's only gonna cost me about $70...I'll spend it and get it done right.
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Post by goodvibesGT »

If you want to take out stains use Blue Magic - cheap and effective and agitate the stain with light Brush and then dab the stain with a clean towel and it will come up after a few tries. Don't rub it or it'll get deeper in fibers. If you have a home steam cleaner with nozzle attachment then hit with that after the first steps and viola!

Chemical Guys out of California makes a product called Lighting carpet cleaner that takes out about anything as long as you are patient and do the above steps. I've detailed many cars.

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