ST A I N REM O V A L Tip: Always treat the affected area immediately. The longer a stain sits, the more difficult it is to remove. Clean using a blotting motion. Never scrub your rug, as this can damage the fibers and set the stain deeper into the rug. F or w ater soluble stains (i.e. ber r ies, soft dr inks, ice cr eam , jelly , m ud ) , m ix a solution of 1/4 tsp. w hite vinegar w ith 32 oz. w ater in a spr ay bottle. Spr ay gener ously and blot dr y w ith a dam p, clean cloth.