How to Remove Common Household Stains Like a Pro (Even If You’re Not One)

July 22, 2025
7:07 pm

Stain Happens. Here’s How to Handle It Like a Pro (Even If You’re Not One!)

Let’s be real—life in Fargo-Moorhead means mud, spilled coffee, and mystery splatters are a guarantee. Whether it’s ketchup on the couch or wine on the rug, stains happen fast… but with the right products and a little know-how, you can tackle them before they become permanent decor.

Here’s how we do it at Dust Busters Cleaning Service

The Stain Removal Formula We Swear By

1. Act fast
The longer a stain sits, the harder it sets. Blot—don’t rub—to lift as much as you can right away.

2. Use the right product
We keep it simple and powerful:

Bar Keepers Friend – Works wonders on bathroom stains, kitchen sinks, and even coffee mugs that forgot what “white” looks like.
Dawn Dish Soap – Great for greasy messes (hello, fried chicken fingers).
Envirox Orange H2 – Our go-to for general stain lifting on countertops, walls, and even some fabrics. Plus, it’s baby- and pet-safe when used properly.
Clean microfiber cloths – These are gentle on surfaces but tough on grime.

3. Blot, rinse, repeat
Always test a hidden spot first, then work in small dabs. Rinse with cool water and blot dry with a clean cloth.

Our Favorite Quick Fixes by Stain Type:

Blood – Cold water + a dab of Dawn = magic.
Red Wine – Blot, sprinkle with salt, let sit, then rinse.
Crayon on Walls – A tiny bit of Bar Keepers Friend on a damp cloth can gently erase it.
Grease – Dawn cuts right through oily fingerprints and pizza mishaps.

When to Call in the Pros

Some stains just won’t budge (or you’ve got a whole toddler-sized disaster zone). That’s where we come in. Our team is trained to deal with set-in stains and bring surfaces back to life—without damaging your furniture or flooring.

Breathe easy, Fargo-Moorhead. We’ve got this.