Winning Colours® Stain Remover is a versatile stain remover and cleaning solution that is kind to the skin and the environment, but solves many cleaning challenges — simply.
Precautions: Use only on water-safe surfaces (most surfaces). Not recommended for paper, uncoated wood and sensitive wool carpets. If in doubt, try in an inconspicuous area.
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Paint Messes
Latex, oil or spray - paint messes have never been so easy to clean up, which is why Winning Colours is a painter's best friend!
Carpet, upholstery and floors:
- STEP 1 Apply just enough Winning Colours® to moisten the stain
- STEP 2 Rub with fingertips to loosen the stain from the surface (until the stain has mixed with the product)
- STEP 3 Wipe or dab carpet to remove product and stain
- STEP 4* Spray with water — ideally from a spray bottle with a jet stream (better than a mist or pouring it on)
- STEP 5 Gently dab away the water and stain with a clean cloth
- STEP 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 if necessary
- TIP: For quicker results, use a carpet cleaner filled with plain water in place of steps 3 and 4.
On skin (also for markers or ink):
- STEP 1 Apply just enough Winning Colours® to moisten the stain
- STEP 2 Rub with fingertips to dissolve
- STEP 3 Rinse under running water or with a damp cloth
Paint brushes (still wet):
- STEP 1 Apply just enough Winning Colours® to moisten the brush/roller
- STEP 2 Rub with fingertips to loosen the paint (until the paint has mixed with the product)
- STEP 3 Rinse thoroughly with water
- STEP 4 Dry with a clean cloth
Paint brushes (dried):
- STEP 1 In a glass jar, put enough Winning Colours® to cover the bristles
- STEP 2 Allow to soak overnight
- STEP 3 Rinse thoroughly with water
- STEP 4 Dry with a clean cloth
- STEP 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 if necessary
* This is the key step (as water is Winning Colours®' best friend), where you should see the water instantly penetrate the stain and clean the surface that had the stain on it.
Pet Messes
Pet messes of all kinds are now easier to clean up than ever before.
Carpet, upholstery and pet beds:
- STEP 1 Apply just enough Winning Colours® to moisten the stain
- STEP 2 Rub with scouring sponge or brush to loosen the stain
- STEP 3* Spray with water — ideally from a spray bottle with a jet stream (better than a mist or pouring it on)
- STEP 4 Gently dab away the water and stain with a clean cloth
- STEP 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 if necessary
* This is the key step (as water is Winning Colours® best friend), where you should see the water instantly penetrate the stain and clean the surface that had the stain on it.
Stains
Wine stains, fruit juices, blood, nail polish, lipstick, shoe polish and grease can be removed safely and easily.
Carpet, upholstery and clothing:
- STEP 1 Apply just enough Winning Colours® to moisten the stain
- STEP 2 Rub with fingertips to loosen the stain (until the stain has mixed with the product)
- STEP 3* Spray with water — ideally from a spray bottle with a jet stream (better than a mist or pouring it on)
- STEP 4 Gently dab away the water and stain with a clean cloth
- STEP 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 if necessary
- TIP: For quicker results, use a carpet cleaner filled with plain water in place of steps 3 and 4
Dried nail polish:
- STEP 1 Apply just enough Winning Colours® to moisten the stain
- STEP 2 Rub with scouring sponge or toothbrush to loosen the polish
- STEP 3* Spray with water — ideally from a spray bottle with a jet stream (better than a mist or pouring it on)
- STEP 4 Gently dab away the water and stain with a clean cloth
- STEP 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 if necessary
Vehicle Detailing
Car, Truck, Boat or RV detailing inside and out can be done quickly and safely using Winning Colours®. (Please note that you should never clean your car in direct sunlight.)
Carpets:
- STEP 1 Apply just enough Winning Colours® to moisten the stain
- STEP 2 Rub with fingertips to loosen the stain (until you can see the stain has mixed with the product)
- STEP 3* Spray with water — ideally from a spray bottle with a jet stream (better than a mist or pouring it on)
- STEP 4 Gently dab away the water and stain with a clean cloth
- Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all stain residue is gone
Upholstery:
- STEP 1 Dilute 1 part Winning Colours® with 4 parts water in a trigger spray bottle
- STEP 2 Apply to upholstery
- STEP 3 Rub with finger or brush to loosen the stain
- STEP 4* Spray with water — ideally from a spray bottle with a jet stream (better than a mist or pouring it on)
- STEP 5 Gently dab away the water and stain with a clean cloth
Tires and rims:
- STEP 1 Spray just enough Winning Colours® to make a light film directly on the tires/rims
- STEP 2 Rub with non-abrasive scouring sponge or brush to loosen the dirt
- STEP 3* Rinse thoroughly with water
* This is the key step (as water is Winning Colours® best friend), where you should see the water instantly penetrate the stain and clean the surface that had the stain on it.
Laundry
Use Winning Colours® to remove those stubborn stains and to brighten your colours.
Pre-wash stain removal:
- STEP 1 Apply a liberal amount of Winning Colours® to stain and rub gently
- STEP 2 If stain is food, blood, grass or grease based, let soak for 10-15 minutes — if stain has been allowed to dry let soak for half an hour
- STEP 3 If stain is paint, dye, wine or juice, garment may require additional soaking
- STEP 4 Launder garment as usual
- STEP 5 Repeat for stubborn stains if necessary
PLEASE NOTE: Drying in the dryer will set the stain into the garment so be sure to remove the entire stain before drying the garment
Laundry booster:
- STEP 1 Add up to 1/4 cup of Winning Colours® (for a full load)
- STEP 2 Reduce detergent by half
- STEP 3 Wash as usual
General Cleaning
Household surfaces are quickly and simply cleaned with Winning Colours®.
Counters, cupboards, walls and floors:
- STEP 1 Dilute 1 part Winning Colours® with 4 parts water in a trigger spray bottle
- STEP 2 Apply to surface
- STEP 3 Wipe with cloth or paper towel
Sinks, tubs and toilets:
- STEP 1 Apply a small amount of Winning Colours® around the fixture
- STEP 2 Rub with non-abrasive scouring sponge or brush to loosen the dirt
- STEP 3 Rinse with water