Specifications for Power Gel - Citrus Solvent Stain Remover Gel for Carpet
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Power Gel is a high-performance, multi-purpose carpet spotter gel that uses powerful orange extracts to remove paint, oil, grease, gum, wax, adhesive, glue, ink and tar. The thickened gel prevents product loss by absorption into the fibres and carpet backing, meaning you use less product for a better result without doing damage to the backing, underlay and glue. That’s why this gel will save you time and money. Power Gel is safe to use, easy to rinse and works fast.
Where to use
Power Gel is an ideal carpet and upholstery spotter for use on almost all washable/wettable fabric and fibre types.
Where not to use
Do not use on plastic, acrylic, floor sealers, polymer coatings or other solvent-sensitive surfaces.
The benefits
• Fast. Safe. Easy to use.
• Removes paint, oil, grease, gum, wax, adhesive, glue, ink and tar.
• Unmatched in water solubility. Stains are quickly and easily removed with water.
• Brilliant on carpet, upholstery and most fabric types.
• Works on hard surfaces too.
• Gel is the perfect thickness. Not too thin, not too thick.
• Gel gives longer dwell time on the spot and less wastage.
• Prevents carpet backing, underlay and glue damage.
• Non-volatile wet solvent (NVWS).
• Does not require shaking before use. No product separation. Consistent in texture. Less mess and wastage with better results.
• Opaque in colour. Not yellow or orange like most citrus gels which can leave a yellow/orange stain on some light-coloured fibres.
• Fast removal of a wide range of stains with one product.
• Better results using less product.
• Fresh subtle citrus fragrance.
• Saves time and money.
• Ready to use. No mixing is required.
• Australian-made and owned.
Power Gel is ready to use. Do not dilute. Always use the appropriate XO2 labelled product bottle.
Carpet and upholstery spotting (bottle use)
- Test on a small inconspicuous area first to ensure the suitability of the product on the surface.
- Remove (sponge or scrape) any debris or excess stain deposits. The longer stains are left, the harder they are to remove.
- Apply Power Gel via a cloth or by squirt bottle. Do not over-wet. Gently blot the stain. Never rub. Agitate gently. Stubborn stains may require further light agitation.
- For heavy stains and spots, leave for 2 to 5 minutes of dwell time.
- Blot spot from the outside in. Use a disposable wipe, clean white towel or extract with a machine.
- Rinse and extract with a portable carpet cleaning machine using a pre-spray detergent. Plush (carpet and upholstery rinse, softener & cleaner) should always be added to the solution tank water. If a machine is unavailable you can blot away with a damp clean white towel and then neutralise with Houdini stain remover or Aussie Encappa. Blot away again with another damp white towel to remove all chemical and stain residue.
- Allow to dry.
- Repeat or adjust the process if necessary.
Handy tips
- Attend to spots and spills as soon as possible. Fresh spots are significantly easier to remove. Stains that are left too long can become permanent. Using the wrong product can also set the stain or permanently damage the fibre.
- Do your stain removal working from the outside of larger stains to the inside. This prevents the stain from spreading.
- Always test first in an inconspicuous area before using any cleaning solution. Play it safe, especially when you use a product for the first time. Better to be safe than sorry. Some surfaces can be sensitive to moisture and particular chemical types.
What is Power Gel used for?
Removing paint, oil, grease, gum, wax, adhesive, glue, ink and tar from carpet, upholstery and most fabric types. It works on hard surfaces too.
Do I need to shake Power Gel before use?
No. It doesn't separate and has a consistent texture. The gel is the perfect thickness: not too thin, not too thick.
Do I dilute Power Gel?
No. It's ready to use.
How do I use Power Gel on carpet?
- Test a small hidden area first.
- Remove any debris or excess stain, apply Power Gel with a cloth or squirt bottle without over-wetting, and gently blot (never rub).
- Leave heavy stains for 2 to 5 minutes, then blot from the outside in.
- Rinse and extract with a portable carpet cleaning machine using a pre-spray detergent, and add Plush to the solution tank water.
- Let it dry, and repeat if needed.
How do I rinse Power Gel out without a machine?
Blot with a damp, clean white towel, neutralise with Houdini stain remover or Aussie Encappa, then blot again with another damp white towel to remove all chemical and stain residue.
Will Power Gel leave an orange mark?
It's opaque in colour, not yellow or orange like most citrus gels that can leave a light stain on some light-coloured fibres. Always test first.
Where shouldn't I use Power Gel?
On plastic, acrylic, floor sealers, polymer coatings or other solvent-sensitive surfaces.
Will Power Gel remove every stain?
No. No one product removes all carpet stains. Power Gel is part of a complete professional stain removal system.
My stain won't come out. What should I do?
There are two options. The stain may be permanent damage that needs repair or replacement, because not all stains can be removed. Or you can progress to the next level of stain removal. The 'how to remove carpet stains' charts show how specialty removers such as Houdini, Dry Safe, Wizz King and Browning Treatment work together.
How is Power Gel different to Goop-o-matic 3000?
Power Gel is a thickened gel with orange extracts that stays on the spot. Goop-o-matic 3000 is a ready-to-use liquid spotter that's also used as a laundry pre-wash.
Is Power Gel safe to use?
Yes. Power Gel is safe to use, easy to rinse and works fast. Test a small hidden area first, and don't use it on plastic, acrylic, floor sealers, polymer coatings or other solvent-sensitive surfaces.
Will Power Gel damage the carpet backing?
No. The thickened gel stays on the spot instead of soaking into the fibres and carpet backing, so you use less product for a better result without doing damage to the backing, underlay and glue. Test a small hidden area first.
What do I do if a carpet stain reappears after successfully removing it?
Reappearing stains are usually caused when chemical residue or excessive moisture is left deep in the fibre after cleaning and rinsing. As the fibre dries the staining from the backing and bottom of the fibre travels up. This can be resolved by using less stain remover, using less water, increasing the amount of moisture you extract, improving the drying process and conditions, using Plush rinse in your clean water tank and making sure you always extract after using a wet solvent spotter. If you have this problem we also recommend that after recleaning you use Browning & Watermark Remover by spraying it on, raking or brushing it in and leaving it to dry.
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