Bring stained carpet back to life with professional Red Stain Removal at $20 per stain. A $100 minimum service call applies to every visit.
Professional Red Stain Removal for Carpet Fibers
Red Stain Removal is a specialized treatment designed for the toughest colorants—sports drinks, wine, fruit punch, lipstick, and synthetic food dyes that bond tenaciously to carpet fibers. These stains resist ordinary spotters, but with the right chemistry, heat transfer, and a clean rinse, we can dramatically reduce or fully remove the dye imprint and restore a uniform look.
Why Red Stains Are So Stubborn
Red dyes contain small, highly charged molecules that anchor to nylon and polyester. When heat or acids are present (think warm beverages or acidic juices), the bond becomes even stronger. Red Stain Removal uses dye-lifting reducers or controlled oxidizers to break that bond safely, followed by a neutralizing rinse that prevents the color from returning.
What’s Included with Our Red Stain Removal
- Fiber and dye identification to choose the most effective, least aggressive approach for your carpet.
- Dry soil extraction and containment to keep color from spreading.
- Targeted pre-spot to soften the dye ring and prepare the area.
- Heat transfer process (when appropriate) using a specialized towel and controlled heat to lift dye from the pile.
- Rinse extraction to remove chemistry and suspended color for a residue-free finish.
- pH balancing & deodorizing so the cleaned area feels and smells fresh.
- Grooming to align the pile and blend the worked zone into surrounding carpet.
7 Proven Steps to Better Results
1) Fast assessment
We locate the full extent of transfer and set expectations—some permanent dye shifts may remain, but Red Stain Removal normally creates a major visual improvement.
2) Correct chemistry choice
Reducers for synthetic food dyes, oxidizers for organic reds (wine, berry), and solvent boosters for cosmetics.
3) Temperature control
Heat accelerates reactions, but we regulate it carefully to protect backing and colorfast areas.
4) Dwell and agitation
Time and gentle motion allow chemistry to reach the dye sites without damaging fibers.
5) Thorough rinse
A clear-water rinse removes loosened color so the spot does not wick back.
6) Neutralize & protect
We normalize pH and can apply an optional protector to slow future stains.
7) Final grooming & dry
We align the pile and promote airflow for a quick, even dry after Red Stain Removal.
Pricing & Terms
- $20 per stain for localized carpet spots requiring Red Stain Removal.
- Quoted on site based on size, severity, and number of applications needed.
- Minimum service call: $100 per visit.
Many clients bundle Red Stain Removal with general lane or room cleaning during the same appointment to meet the minimum and maximize value.
Healthy Chemistry & Indoor Air
We balance effective stain reduction with low-residue rinsing and ventilation best practices aligned with the U.S. EPA guidance on indoor air quality. After Red Stain Removal, the area is thoroughly rinsed and groomed so fibers feel clean—not sticky.
Preparation & Aftercare Tips
- Blot—never scrub—fresh spills; avoid colored spotters that add more dye.
- Reserve hot irons; a DIY heat blast can set color deeper before professional Red Stain Removal.
- After service, keep traffic light until fully dry and place a fan for steady airflow.
Service Area
We serve Denver, Arvada, Aurora, Lakewood, Thornton, Westminster, Littleton, Centennial, Broomfield, Brighton, and Highlands Ranch.
Bundle & Book
For a full refresh, start on our Carpet Couch Cleaning Home page or add same-day Upholstery Cleaning. Pairing Red Stain Removal with traffic-lane or room cleaning restores consistent color across your spaces in one visit.
Why Choose Carpet Couch Cleaning
- Technicians trained specifically in dye and stain chemistry
- Modern heat-transfer tools and controlled extraction
- Transparent pricing and clear expectations
- Reliable scheduling across the Denver metro
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