Synthetic-Fiber Rugs

1. Apply a small amount of solvent to a white cloth, then blot. Wait 15 minutes to dry; repeat if necessary.

2. Rinse by blotting with a cloth soaked in lukewarm water.

Natural-Fiber Rugs

1. Spray the stain with detergent solution, then blot with a dry white cloth.

2. Spray the stain with ammonia solution, then blot with a dry white cloth.

3. Spray the stain with vinegar solution, then blot with a dry white cloth.

4. Reapply the detergent solution, then blot with a dry white cloth.

5. Spray the stain with water, then blot with a dry white cloth.