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.* |
