Why Do Carpet Stains Keep Coming Back?
Usually it's wicking. Too much water pushed the stain down into the backing or pad, and it rose back up as the carpet dried. The fix is less water, not more.
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What wicking is
Many spills soak past the fibers into the backing and pad. When a lot of water goes back in during cleaning, it reaches that old spill. As the carpet dries from the bottom up, the water carries the stain back to the top.
How to stop it
Use as little water as you can when you treat a spot, and blot it dry. We use a low-moisture process, so there's less water to pull a stain back up. If the stain lives in the pad, we'll tell you, because cleaning the carpet won't reach it.
Have more questions? We're happy to help.
Stain keeps coming back? Call or text 763-213-6217 and we'll take a look.
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Related questions
Why does my carpet smell after cleaning?
Usually there's too much water left in it. Fans and airflow help it dry faster.
Why does my carpet feel stiff after cleaning?
Often it's leftover soap that wasn't rinsed out, and that can make carpet get dirty faster. Our cleaner dries crisp, not sticky, and it vacuums right up once the carpet is dry.
How soon does a wicking stain show up?
Usually as the carpet finishes drying, within about a day.
Will the stain come back after OxyMagic cleans?
It's less likely. We use a low-moisture process, so there's less water to pull a stain back up. If a stain is deep in the pad, we'll tell you what to expect before we start.