Tips for Removing
RUST

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TIPS FOR REMOVING RUST STAINS: Iron rust stains can be removed from washable white fabrics by any of the methods which follow. If the stain is on a colored material, test your bleach* first in some inconspicuous place. Iron rust stains can be impossible to remove once they are set in many types of fabric.

Lemon juice will reduce or remove iron rust stains from many fabrics if attended to soon after the stain was formed. Moisten the stain with water, squeeze lemon juice directly onto it and jet steam from a steam-iron onto it. Rinse with water and repeat as many times as necessary. Another method is to sprinkle salt on the stain, add lemon juice and dry the area. Repeat if necessary.

*NOTE: Some products like hydrogen peroxide, ammonia, bleach or alcohol can actually bleach or change the color in some fabrics. Read the WARNING notice below and proceed with caution.
 WARNING: Before making any attempts to remove spots, always test fabric for colorfastness first by applying a small amount of the cleaning solution or chemical on a hidden or unnoticeable area. The tips listed here are not guaranteed to work with every carpet or upholstered item. When using any chemical or liquid on fabric you should PROCEED WITH CAUTION. If you are unsure as to how your carpet or upholstery might be affected you should call a professional cleaning technician in your area.
   
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