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What cleaning solution can I use in a Rug Doctor?
Your choice in Rug Doctor detergent depends on what you’re cleaning and the cleaning problem. If you’re cleaning fabrics or upholstery, use our Oxy Power Fabric Cleaner. If you’re cleaning carpets or rugs, choose from Rug Doctor Carpet Detergent with Spotblok® or Pet Formula Carpet Detergent for homes with pets.
Can you use other products with Rug Doctor?
You can use what you want… however, I’ve had the best results with the RD solution with oxy clean. the only way they would look better is if my carpet was brand new, which it is not. I’m happier then I have been with any other carpet cleaner I have used.
Can carpets be cleaned with bleach?
Because bleach will stain a carpet, it should only be used on white or near-white carpets. Bleach will destroy the color on any carpet that is rich in color, and typically would only need to be used on white or near-white carpet that has been stained with a dark, hard to remove color.
Can you put vinegar in a Rug Doctor?
These cleaning solutions are perfectly formulated to leave no residue. Don’t use bleach or vinegar in the carpet-cleaning machine. Too high or too low can void your warranty or discolor or damage the carpet fibers. Use hot tap water in the carpet-cleaning machine.
Can you use laundry detergent in Rug Doctor?
The answer is yes. You can use laundry detergent in a carpet cleaner to effectively clean your carpet. It is cost-effective and is just as effective as a store-bought cleaning agent.
What does vinegar do to carpet?
Vinegar. Vinegar removes odors and loosens many food stains from carpet fibers. For cleaning and deodorizing, mix equal parts vinegar and water, then spray the solution onto the stain. A colored vinegar could further stain the carpet.
Can you use Rug Doctor to clean your carpet?
We even offer a complete line of bio-based carpet cleaning solutions that are formulated with all the cleaning power of Rug Doctor but free from chlorine, ammonia, carcinogens, bleaches, dyes, and heavy metals. When it comes to carpet cleaning, skip the luke-warm results of homemade recipes and rely on the professional quality of Rug Doctor.
Is it OK to use bleach in a carpet cleaner?
Choose a cleaning solution designed for machines. These cleaning solutions are perfectly formulated to leave no residue. Don’t use bleach or vinegar in the carpet-cleaning machine. The pH balance has a lot to do with the effectiveness of your cleaning. Too high or too low can void your warranty or discolor or damage the carpet fibers.
Who is responsible for damage to Rug Doctor machine?
Rug Doctor, LLC is not responsible for damage due to misuse of this machine. Carpet Cleaning Tips For Best Results • Treating difficult spots. Rug Doctor machines are designed to deep clean and extract in one cleaning pass. Your best choice for cleaning difficult spots, stains or traffic areas is to use Rug Doctor’s specialty products.
How much Rug Doctor oxy carpet cleaner per gallon?
Depending on how dirty your carpets are, add 2oz- 4oz (1/4 to 1/2) cup of Rug Doctor Oxy Carpet Cleaner product per gallon of hot tap water in a clean bucket (ILLUS.3). Use caution to insure water is not so hot as to scald or burn skin. The lower tank capacity for the Rug Doctor Mighty ProX3™ is 3 gallons.