1. Prepare the Carpet
Always remove any solid matter first by using a Prochem Bone Scraper, spatula, or blunt knife edge.
Vacuum thoroughly to remove loose dirt, dust and debris (this step is essential).
Pre-test colour fastness. In a hidden corner (e.g.,under furniture) spray a tiny amount of the diluted cleaning solution and wait for it to dry. If colours change, stop and consider a gentler product.
2. Pre-Treat Spills, Stains & Traffic Lanes
Depending on whether you need to do any spot cleaning , you will apply prespray or spotter chemicals first.
Spot & Stain Treatment
Use a specialised Prochem spotter (e.g., Red RX) according to its instructions before overall cleaning. Always spot-test first. (See our Prochem Stain Removal Guide for correct stain remover.)
For general soil & traffic lanes
These are common Prochem options:
Prochem Double Clean (powder) - S776
Prochem Prespray Gold - B107 (For wool carpets)
3. Extraction Cleaning
This is the main cleaning step — removing soil and chemicals from the carpet with hot water and suction with a carpet cleaning extraction machines e.g. Prochem Galaxy, Prochem Power Max, Prochem Power Plus or Prochem Steameasy.
Choose the right extraction chemical
Here are frequently used Prochem options:
Prochem Fibre & Fabric Rinse - B109
Prochem Crystal Green (powder) - S777
Prochem Liquid Woolsafe - S781 (For wool carpets)
4. Choose a Carpet Freshener/Deodoriser
Popular Prochem options are:
How to extract
Load the machines solution tank with the diluted chemical using the correct dilution rates.
Work in sections: apply hot water/solution and extract using overlapping strokes so you don’t miss spots.
Don't over wet as too much water can cause long drying times and possible dye migration.
4. Optional Finishing Touches
Protect fibres: certain protectors can be applied post-clean e.g. Prochem Fluoroseal - B130.
Safety Tips
Always wear protective gloves and ensure good ventilation.
Do not mix different products unless the label says it’s safe.
Keep chemicals away from pets and children until carpet is dry.