b'words: Mary Searlebeginners guide illustrations: Dean Proudfootspot the differenceIs your lounge suite arranged for aesthetics and ow, or is the sofa placed just so to hide an ugly stain on your carpet? With the correct response to a spill or accident, unsightly blemishes on your oors, walls and upholstery can generally be removed.With gravity the way it is, oors bear the brunt of accidents,Clean with the correct cleaning agent. Apply this onto and carpets in particular are prone to staining. Permanentthe clean towel, not directly onto your carpet. damage can easily be prevented by acting quickly whenRinse with cold or lukewarm water.spills occur. Wools of New Zealand suggests the following: Blot dry with an absorbent towel, or use a cold-air fan Scoop up solids before cleaning. to complete drying.Blot out as much liquid as possible, using a clean white Do not rub or scrub your wool carpet, as this can cause absorbent towel or a sponge. permanent pile distortion.34 |'