Anyone had any luck getting Mepron out of the carpet?
Just spilled it. We are in a rental so not good...
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
Oh my. I have no clue. Thought I'd stop by to give you my condolences.
Do you have any Melaleuca or Amway cleaners, like LOC or whatever that Melaleuca one is called?
Something like Oxyclean maybe??
Posted by MagicAcorn (Member # 8786) on :
Follow these steps carefully to remove the Medicines spill:
Act Quickly! Delaying may cause the spill to become a permanent stain. Blot liquids with a dry, white absorbent cloth or white paper towels. Gently scrape up semi-solids with a rounded spoon. Break up solids and vacuum.
1. Pretest any spot removal solution (for color transfer to the cloth or damage to the carpet) in an inconspicuous area. If a change occurs, select another solution.
2. Apply a small amount of the solution to a white cloth, and work in gently - do not rub -- working from the edges of the spill to the center to prevent spreading. Allow to remain on the spill a few minutes. Be patient. Blot.
3. Continue to use the first agent as long as there is a transfer of the spill to the cloth. Be patient. Complete removal may require repeating the same step several times. Or, you may need to move to the next solution.
4. When the spill is completely removed, rinse the area with cold water; blot with a dry cloth until all moisture is removed.
A dry, absorbent, cleaning compound may be used as a substitute to minimize drying time.
Nail Polish Remover - Two types of nail polish removers are available. One type contains acetone, a dry cleaning solvent. Use the same precautions as with other dry cleaning solutions. The second type contains amyl acetate, which is used in many paint, oil, and grease (POG) removers. Many POG removers leave residues that may cause rapid soiling. When using a POG remover, always rinse the area thoroughly with a dry solvent. (See Residue Precautions.)
Solvent - A non-flammable spot removal solution, or dry cleaning type solvent, is preferred. Exercise caution when using a solvent, and follow manufacturer instructions. Never pour it directly onto the carpet or allow it to reach the backing, because it can damage the latex that holds the primary and secondary backings together. Solvents are readily available in the cleaning supply section of hardware and home supply stores.
Detergent Solution - Mix one fourth (1/4) teaspoon of a liquid dishwashing detergent per one (1) cup of lukewarm water. NEVER USE A STRONGER CONCENTRATION! Thorough rinsing is necessary to remove detergent residues that may cause rapid soiling. It may be necessary to rinse with warm water several times to completely remove residues. (See Residue Precautions.) Care should be used in selecting a detergent. Never use a laundry detergent of any type, because laundry detergents may contain optical brighteners (flourescent dyes) that dye the fiber. Do not select an automatic dishwashing detergent because many contain bleaching agents that destroy dyes and some fibers.
Vinegar Solution - Mix one (1) cup of white vinegar per two (2) cups of water. White vinegar is a 5% acetic acid solution. It is used most often to lower the alkalinity caused by detergent solutions or alkaline spills.
Warm Water - Lukewarm tap water should be used in most cases to rinse the cleaning solutions from the fiber. Failure to completely rinse the solutions from the fiber may cause accelerated soiling.
Spot Removal Kit - Available from most carpet retail stores. Follow directions closely! Some spot removal kits contain: (A) a detergent solution and (B) a stain-resist solution. Use of the (B) solution prior to the complete removal of the spill may cause a permanent stain. Other spot removal kits may contain a dry extraction cleaning compound that can be used effectively for most common household stains.
Ammonia Solution - Mix one (1) tablespoon of household ammonia per cup of water. Please note: Be aware that ammonia, if used improperly, can cause a color change. Be sure to test a hidden area.
Call a Professional - Professional cleaners have the ability and the equipment to use more aggressive cleaning solutions to remove stubborn spills. Always consider consulting a professional cleaner regarding any spot removal question. CRI - 1-800-882-8846
Residue Precautions Many spot removal solutions leave residues in the carpet that may attract soil. Thoroughly rinse the area several times with lukewarm tap water. A mist type sprayer is recommended to prevent overwetting. Blot with paper towels and pat dry after each rinse. Several rinses are often necessary to thoroughly remove residues. Never use any of the solutions in concentrations stronger than those recommended.
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
Did you get the stain out??
Posted by just don (Member # 1129) on :
Here's a spot removing technique I just read about a couple days ago.
IF you have a scrap piece of carpet or stop by a carpet store and 'buy' a sample IF ya have to, but just a little sample to test this on(in a sink) spill a tad of mepron on carpet.
Then believe it or NOT try "WD-40." Go to a WD-40 website to read what all it is good at removing,,,like ink off walls,,,colors(crayons) out of most anything. any and all spots off anything.Gum, oodles of things.
The WD-40 would probably need cleaned up after it got the worst of the mepron stain but has to be easier than the yellow paint.
IT is a great cleaner for taking off labels,and paint off chrome and on and on, like hundreds of uses for cleaning IF you read the entire list I saw a few days ago!!
WD-40 is also a GREAT starting fluid for lawnmowers,chainsaws, other one cylinder(or more) motors that is hard to start.(like weedeaters etc.) It will start motors that gas 'wont'. Better than ether cause you cant lock them up with it. AND it lubes the cylinder rather than dry the walls so easier on motor.
As a rust penetrate forget it,,,better stuff out there like PB Blaster or Kroil. IF you want a rusted up something loose DONT use WD-40. IF you just need a lube job and make a nut turn easier on a bolt that is already free, it works, sorta.
It is sorta flamable so NO smoking or matches,open flame any where around. Its not THAT bad like quick drying stain killer or similiar, or ether.
I would use the acetone polish remover or other grease oil remover to get oily residue out of the carpet. Even "goop" hand cleaner would would just fine!! Lava soap, etc.
I dont know much,,,but I know I am still --just don--
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
Don....I think it works because it contains naptha??
Posted by shizuko (Member # 8213) on :
This is Char on Shizuko's computer.
Thanks for the help!
I got it up pretty well. Blotted it with water; then used Resolve.
The mepron has so much pigment in it. I spent and hour blotting til finally my rag quit picking up yellow.
Wonder they put so much yellow in it?
The spill also landed on my son's collector edition Calvin and Hobs so we were up to 1 am cleaning.
The good thing is that I had an epiphany-- My son is under duress because he is trying to collect books on animation and keep then mint condition and read them constantly.
Ah ha! He needs a cheap version to read to keep special editions "special"
He was like "Oh, that makes sense. I really need a job"
Poor kid has been stressing over this for a couple years. My lyme brain just figured it out.
(We never dreamed of "collecting" anything more expensive then beer cans when I was a kid!)
So alls well that ends well.
Thanks
Char
Posted by Aligondo Bruce (Member # 6219) on :
you spilled mepron on the carpet? cut out the carpet and auction on ebay!
Posted by CaliforniaLyme (Member # 7136) on :
Bruce, no kidding!!!!!! Whenever we spilled Mepron on the countertop my then 5 year old would lick it off (she loooooved Mepron! HATED zithromax though!)!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by lymedesign (Member # 8791) on :
This is so familiar. I keep finding these tiny splatter specs of yellow Mepron paint on the counter, floors, cabinets, tile backsplash, etc. It stains all of the measuring spoons. The only thing that gets them clean is to run them through the dish washer.
The staying power of the yellow dye is amazing. We have used SpotShot to clean the carpet of stains. Just be careful to do a test cleaning where you can't see it so well, b/c it does lighten the color of the carpet sometimes.
I once dropped the whole bottle on the tile...someone was looking over my shoulder...it didn't break.