How to Clean?
Through installation procedures or consumer use, fabric may become soiled and require spot cleaning from time to time. The following information is provided as a guideline for the care and cleaning of acoustical fabric made from Polyester fibers. Because this material is made from synthetic fibers, it cleans very well with virtually no damage to the color or construction itself. Most commercially available Carpet and Upholstery cleaners will do an excellent job removing stains. From time to time, additional cleaning methods may need to be employed to remove stubborn or difficult stains.
General
As with any stain or contamination, the quick response is the best, especially when done in conjunction with the proper cleaner for the type of stain.
Important: make sure you have selected the right cleaning agent from the list below before you begin the cleaning process. The categories of stains listed below are based on 1) stains acquired during OEM manufacture and 2) acquired by consumer/end-user following installation of fabric.
OEM Fabrication Incidents:
| Type of Stain | Cleaning Agent | How to Remove | ||||
| Oil | High Strength Detergent | Soak-Blot Dry | ||||
| Adhesive (water based) | Detergent | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry | ||||
| Adhesive (solvent based) | Mineral Spirits | Soak-Blot Dry | ||||
| Felt Tip Marker (indelible) | Detergent | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry | ||||
| Ink (ball point indelible) | Dry Clean Solvent | Soak-Blot Dry | ||||
| Pencil (graphite lead) | Detergent | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry | ||||
| Chalk | Detergent | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry | ||||
| Paint (latex) | High Strength Detergent | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry | ||||
| Paint (oil) | Solvents/Mineral Spirits | Soak-Blot Dry | ||||
| Stains (latex) | High Strength Detergent | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry | ||||
| Stains (oil) | Solvents/Mineral Spirits | Soak-Blot Dry | ||||
| Tar/Asphalt | K-1 Kerosene/Solvents | Soak-Blot Dry | ||||
Note: In many cases listed above, repeated steps may be required to fully extract the contaminant from the material. Use solvent type cleaners in a well-ventilated area.
Note: Always check to see that the cleaner will not cause damage to material or fabric, by testing on a small area out of sight.
Consumer/End User Incidents:
| Type of Stain | Cleaning Agent | How to Remove | ||||
| Mustard | Dry Clean Solvent | Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry | ||||
| Ketchup* | High Strength Detergent | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry | ||||
| Coffee* | High Strength Detergent | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry | ||||
| Chocolate* | Detergent | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry | ||||
| Tea* | High Strength Detergent | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry | ||||
| Chewing Gum | Dry Clean Solvent | Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry | ||||
| Oil | High Strength Detergent | Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry | ||||
| Grease | High Strength Detergent | Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry | ||||
| Degreaser | ||||||
| Tar/Asphalt | K-1 Kerosene/Thinner | Scrub-Soak-Blot Dry | ||||
| Wax | Detergent | Hot Iron-on Detergent | ||||
| Rust | Rust Remover | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry | ||||
| Dirt | Detergent | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry | ||||
| Lipstick | Dry Clean Solvent | Soak-Blot Dry | ||||
| Nail Polish | Dry Clean Solvent | Soak-Blot Dry | ||||
| Shoe Polish | Dry Clean Solvent | Soak-Blot Dry | ||||
| Crayon | High Strength Detergent | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry | ||||
| Vomit* | High Strength Detergent | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry | ||||
| Urine* | High Strength Detergent | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry | ||||
| Blood* | High Strength Detergent | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry | ||||
| Excrement* | High Strength Detergent | Scrub-Rinse-Blot Dry/Deodorize with Vinegar | ||||
Note: In many cases listed above, repeated steps may be required to fully extract contaminant from material. Items listed above with (*) may also be removed through steam extraction method by a professional cleaner or service.
Note: Always check to see that the cleaner used will not cause damage to the material or fabric, by testing on an area out of sight.
Important: The recommendations made above are done in good faith and are based on a history of actual experiences and laboratory evaluations. Hytex Industries Inc., and/or its designated distributor, does not warrant, either expressed or implied, the effectiveness of the cleaning agents listed and the process for cleaning, described above.
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