Stains, Spills and ScuffsCongoAdmin2016-04-29T15:26:31+00:00
Stains, Spills and Scuffs
Follow the remedies in order. Unless instructed otherwise, use a clean white cloth or towel with the recommended liquids. Always rinse the affected area with clean water after treatment.
Stains and Spills |
Acids, Alkalis |
Fruit and Fruit Juices |
Blood |
Grass |
Catsup, Mustard |
Iodine, Mercurochrome |
Cleaners, Strong Soaps |
Rust |
Dye, Dye Markings |
Urine, Excrement |
Food, Candy |
Vomit |
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Remedy |
- Scrub area with Congoleum Bright `N Easy No-Rinse Cleaner full strength.
- Rub the area with a 10 to 1 dilution of water to liquid bleach.
- Rub the area with isopropyl alcohol*.
- † If rust stain does not respond, use lemon juice or a cream of tartar solution.
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Pain and Solvent Spills |
Dry Cleaning Fluid |
Solvents |
Lacquer |
Oil-Based Paints |
Latex Paints |
Wood Stains |
Nail Polish |
Varnish |
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Remedy |
- If substance is dry, gently peel it from the floor. (Avoid sharp instruments that could scratch the floor.)
- Scrub area with Congoleum Bright `N Easy No-Rinse Cleaner.
- Rub lightly with mineral spirits or paint thinner*.
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Substances That Won`t Wipe Up |
Adhesives |
Grease |
Asphalt |
Candle Wax |
Chewing Gum |
Tar |
Oil |
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Remedy |
- Carefully remove excess with a dull kitchen knife.
- Scrub area with Congoleum Bright `N Easy No-Rinse Cleaner.
- Rub lightly with mineral spirits, isopropyl alcohol* or lighter fluid*.
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Scuffs and Smudges |
Rubber Heel Marks |
Scuffs |
Shoe Polish |
Smudges |
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Remedy |
- Scrub area with Congoleum Bright `N Easy No-Rinse Cleaner.
- Rub the area with isopropyl alcohol* or lighter fluid*.
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Caution: Isopropyl alcohol, lighter fluid, mineral spirits and paint thinner are flammable solvents. Carefully read and follow cautionary information on label.
Keep traffic off treated area for 30 minutes.*
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