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Terrazzo Floors--Stain Removal Caution: Follow directions carefully when you usechemicals to remove stains. Always "remove the stain remover" as soon as its job has been done. Remember manyof these substances are on the "Not recommended list" for general floor care, but must be used if the stain is to be removed. Try the following methods for these common stains. Try the first method listed first, and go to the second only if this doesn't work. For unknown stains or heavy staining, consult a professional. Caution: Always wear rubber gloves when using themethods marked with an asterisk (*). Alcoholic Beverages 1. Use liquid detergent and warm water.*2. Follow with denatured alcohol if stain remains. *3. Lay an absorbent cloth soaked in hydrogen peroxide directly over stain; put an ammonia-saturated cloth on top of this. Blood1. Try cold clear water first, then add a few drops of ammonia.2. Wet spot with lukewarm water and sprinkle withpowdered malt. Let stand an hour and rinse. Coffee 1. Saturate an absorbent cloth with solution of one part glycerin and three parts water and lay over spot. *2. Apply a poultice of hydrogen peroxide and calciumcarbonate.3. Apply a poultice of abrasive powder and hot water. Fruit1. Use a powdered detergent and warm water. 2. If rough spot results, rub with powdered pumice stone under a block of wood. Grease or Oil1. Use a liquid detergent and warm water.2. Pour solvent on spot. Rub with clean, soft cloth.Ink 1. Use a liquid detergent and warm water.*2. Apply a poultice of two tablespoon sodium perborate in pint of water mixed with whiting into a paste. Repeatif necessary.3. Some blue inks respond to a treatment of strong ammonia water solution applied on a layer of cotton. Lipstick1. Use a liquid detergent and warm water.*2. Lay an absorbent cloth soaked in hydrogen peroxide directly over stain; put an ammonia-saturated cloth on top of this. Paint1. Use a liquid detergent and warm water.2. Pour solvent on spot. Rub with clean, soft cloth.Rust/Iron 1. Apply a poultice made by mixing one part sodium citrate crystals to six parts water, mixed thoroughlywith an equal amount of glycerin. Mix with whiting toform a paste stiff enough to stick to the surface in a thick coat. Allow to stand several days. Repeat process if stain remains. Soft Drinks *1. Lay an absorbent cloth soaked in hydrogen peroxide directly over stain; put an ammonia-saturated cloth on top of this. Tobacco 1. Try lemon juice in water.*2. Lay an absorbent cloth soaked in hydrogen peroxide directly over the stain; put an ammonia-saturated cloth on top of this. 3. Apply a poultice of abrasive powder and hot water. 4. Treat with equal parts of alcohol and glycerin. Urine1. Apply a poultice of abrasive powder and hot water. *2. Lay an absorbent cloth soaked in hydrogen peroxide directly over stain; put an ammonia-saturated cloth on top of this. The chemicals listed may be purchased at drug stores or at chemical or laundry supply houses. Where poultices are recommended, apply them about one-half inch thick, and let the mixture dry thoroughly before removing. This article was written by Anne Field, Extension Specialist, Emeritus with references from Florida Extension bulletin Keeping Your Terrazzo Floors Beautiful.This information is for educational purposes only. References to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned. This information becomes public property upon publication and may be printed verbatim with credit to MSU Extension. This file was generated from data base 02 on 06/24/03. Data base 02 was last revised on 12/04/98. 5535Michigan State University ExtensionHome Maintenance and Repair - 01500310 12/04/98
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