Reappearing Spots And Stains
Reappearing spots from pet urine
Soil penetrates onto carpet backing
Contaminants visible on carpet backing
Soapy cleaning products can attract soil
Contaminants still in the carpet-never removed
Maintenance issue
Foam/soap residue attracts soil
Contaminant never completely removed
Poor maintenance
Foam/soap residue attracts soil
Reappearing Spots and Stains (Carpet)
Floor Detective® Defect Guide
What You Need to Know
• Reappearing spots or stains are conditions in which a previously cleaned discoloration becomes visible again in the same location after cleaning
• The condition may become visible within hours, days, or weeks following cleaning, depending on the underlying mechanism
• Reappearing spots are common and are typically related to
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