Cleaning Tips

Whether you’re a cleaning professional, facility manager or simply want to get commercial-quality results, these expert cleaning tips from Melbourne Cleaning Supplies will help you clean smarter, not harder.
From removing carpet stains and neutralising odours to maintaining polished floors, our how-to guides walk you through the right techniques and professional-grade products trusted by Australia’s leading cleaners.

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Carpet Spot and Stain Removal Tips

Some stains may not be completely removable - especially those from strong dyes such as cordial, wine or pet accidents. However, quick action and proper technique can significantly reduce their appearance.

Tips:

  • Act fast — stains settle quickly.
  • Blot, don’t rub — to avoid spreading.
  • Scoop solids with a spatula or spoon.
  • Always test products in an inconspicuous area.
  • Blot from the outside toward the centre of the stain.
  • If colour transfers to the cloth, stop and call a cleaning expert.

Recommended Products:
- Unbelievable Stain Remover – for general stains
- Coffee Break – for coffee, wine and juice stains
- Grease Release – for oils and tar
- Browning Treatment – for post-clean discolouration

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Coffee, Wine, Juice, Urine & Berry Stains

These acidic stains are common but manageable with fast, targeted treatment.

  1. Pre-test with Coffee Break.
  2. Apply undiluted to stain.
  3. Let sit for 2 minutes.
  4. Gently agitate using gloved fingers.
  5. Sponge or extract.
  6. Use Browning Treatment to reduce remaining discolouration.
  7. Rinse thoroughly and neutralise..

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Ink, Paint, Oil, Tar Stains

These are best tackled with a strong degreasing agent.

Grease Release is used to soften or release stain or soiling material from carpet fibre, allowing any excess to be scooped off with a spatula. To use:

  1. Apply Grease Release directly to stain.
  2. Loosen stain from edges inward.
  3. Blot with clean towel.
  4. Rinse and extract.

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Rust Stains

Rust stains can usually be removed without neutralisers.

Steps:

  1. Test for colour fastness.
  2. Apply Rust Remover neat.
  3. Agitate gently with towelling until stain lifts.
  4. Rinse with water..

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Water Marks, Browning & Medicinal Stains

Includes stains from mercurochrome, gentian violet, or heavy browning.

Steps:

  1. Dilute Browning Treatment (1:5 with water). 
  2. Test carpet for colour fastness.
  3. Spray onto affected area.
  4. Agitate to spread evenly.
  5. Do not rinse.
  6. Repeat if necessary for heavy stains..

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Blood, Faeces, Vomit Stains and Food Spills

Organic spills require a sanitising cleaner that can break down bio-based stains.

Steps:

  1. Test area with water.
  2. Apply Sensation following label instructions.
  3. Blot from outside in.
  4. Rinse thoroughly and dry.

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General Stain Removal

When you’re unsure of the stain type, a multi-purpose remover is ideal.

Steps:

  1. Pre-test the area.
  2. Remove excess debris.
  3. Apply Unbelievable Stain Remover to cloth.
  4. Dab stain gently (outside to centre).
  5. Rinse with clean damp cloth.

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Neutralising Odours (Urine, Vomit, Organic Waste)

Unpleasant odours can linger long after the mess is gone — that’s where odour neutralisers come in.

Steps:

  1. Blot or scoop up excess soil.
  2. Spray Fabrisan Odour Neutraliser undiluted.
  3. Gently massage into carpet.
  4. Blot and allow to dry.
  5. Vacuum residue once dry.

? Also suitable for use in flood restoration and water damage treatment.

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Hard Floor Maintenance 

Floor Stripping

Stripping removes old polish and prepares the surface for a new coating.

Steps:

  1. Sweep or vacuum to remove dust and grit.
  2. Dilute Floor Stripper as per label.
  3. Mop generous amounts onto the floor.
  4. Let soak for up to 5 minutes (do not let dry).
  5. Scrub with a swing machine or auto scrubber (use black or hi-pro pads).
  6. Manually strip edges with a doodle bug.
  7. Remove slurry with wet vac or clean mop.
  8. Rinse floor thoroughly with clean water (add Neutraliser if needed).
  9. Allow floor to dry fully.
  10. Inspect and re-strip if required.

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Floor Polish Applications

Steps:

  1. Ensure the floor is stripped or cut back and completely dry.
  2. Buff with red pad or brush.
  3. Remove dust with vacuum or dry mop.
  4. Apply Base Coat or Floor Polish with a clean polish mop.
  5. Allow 20–30 minutes drying time.
  6. Apply 2–3 additional coats as required.

? We recommend using Polish Fringe Mops for best results.

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Polished Floor Maintenance

Keep polished floors looking their best with regular cleaning and light re-coating.

Steps:

  1. Dust mop or sweep.
  2. Mop or auto scrub with a Neutral Detergent.
  3. Spray buff with a red pad to restore gloss.
  4. Recoat with polish as needed.

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