How to Remove Stains from Carpet

Carpet stains set fast because the pile is dense, absorbent and almost impossible to rinse clean. Coffee, red wine, pet accidents, food and mud all soak into both the fibre tips and the carpet backing within minutes — and most supermarket carpet cleaners either bleach the colour, leave a sticky residue that re-attracts dirt, or both. Luniva's enzyme formula is engineered to lift the stain at the molecular level then blot out cleanly, so the carpet looks like the spill never happened. This guide covers fresh spills, dried-in pet accidents, coffee rings and wine on cream carpets.

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Why most carpet cleaners damage the pile

Carpets are dyed yarn — many supermarket stain removers strip pigment along with the stain and leave a pale patch worse than the original mark. Sticky residues from foam cleaners also re-attract dirt, so the spot looks dark again within weeks. Luniva uses targeted enzymes instead of bleach or surfactant overload, then blots out so nothing is left in the pile.

How to use Luniva on carpet stains

Step 1 — Blot the spill: Press a dry white towel onto the stain to absorb as much liquid as possible. Work from the edge inwards so you don't spread the ring. Never scrub.
Step 2 — Mist Luniva on the stain: Spray Luniva directly on the stain until lightly saturated. Leave for 1–3 minutes, re-spraying so dried-in stains stay wet, then wash.
Step 3 — Blot out with a damp cloth: Press a clean damp microfibre cloth firmly onto the spot to lift the dissolved stain. Repeat if needed, then air-dry. Vacuum the pile once fully dry to restore texture.

Compliance note: Based on controlled laboratory testing. Performance may vary by stain age, fabric type and wash conditions.

Frequently asked questions

How do I remove coffee stains from carpet?

Blot up the spill with a dry white towel, mist Luniva across the whole ring, leave for 1–3 minutes, then blot with a damp microfibre cloth. Repeat once for dried-in stains. Air-dry before vacuuming.

Will Luniva remove red wine from a cream carpet?

Yes. Blot first, mist Luniva, wait 1–3 minutes, blot with a damp cloth, then repeat. Do not use salt or bicarbonate of soda first — they grind pigment deeper into the pile and make the stain harder to lift.

Is Luniva safe on wool carpets?

Yes — Luniva is bleach-free and colour-safe. Always test on a hidden corner first on natural wool, and mist lightly rather than saturating, then blot with a damp cloth.

How do I get dried pet urine out of carpet?

Mist Luniva across the stain, leave for 1–3 minutes so the enzymes break down the urea and protein, then blot with a cold damp cloth. Repeat. For deep soak-through, treat the underlay and the back of the carpet too if you can lift it.

Why does my carpet stain keep coming back?

This is wicking — moisture trapped in the backing rises back into the pile as it dries, bringing residue with it. Cover the spot with a dry folded towel and weight it down overnight after cleaning to absorb the rising moisture, then vacuum.