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Vinyl Floor Stains

When it comes to vinyl flooring, especially if the protective seal has worn away, it's important to know that dirt can usually be removed — but most stains can’t. Once something penetrates the surface, it often acts like a dye and becomes permanent. Here’s what we recommend trying: Use the SHYN Degreaser undiluted – spray directly onto the affected area. Scrub gently with a SHYN Magic Eraser to lift any dirt or residue. If the stain remains, spot treat with the SHYN Paste, using gentle circular motions. Please note: this may slightly lighten the surface, as the paste breaks into the vinyl to reach what’s underneath. This process gives you the best chance at removing anything that's still on or close to the surface — but if it doesn’t budge, it’s likely that the stain has permanently penetrated the vinyl. Product Links:🔗 SHYN Degreaser: https://shop.shyn.com.au/products/shyn-degreaser🔗 SHYN Magic Eraser: https://shop.shyn.com.au/products/shyn-magic-eraser🔗 SHYN Paste: https://shop.shyn.com.au/products/shyn-paste

How to Clean Carpets with SHYN Degreaser

SHYN Degreaser is highly effective at lifting grime, stains, and buildup from carpets. Whether you're spot-cleaning or using a carpet machine, here’s how to get the best results.Always patch test a small hidden area first—especially on natural fibres like wool—to ensure the carpet reacts well. ✅ Option 1: Spot Cleaning with a Steam Cleaner Dilute SHYN Degreaser 50/50 with water (never use it undiluted). Spray directly onto the stained or dirty area. Let it sit for 1–2 minutes to break down grime. Steam clean over the top to lift both dirt and product in one go. ✅ Option 2: Cleaning with a Carpet Machine Mix approx. 200ml SHYN Degreaser per 1L of boiling water (or scale up—e.g. 500ml to 2.5L). Add the mix to your machine’s chemical tank. Clean as usual, allowing the solution to dissolve grime as the machine extracts it. Rinse the carpet by going over it again with clean water only to remove all residue and protect the fibres. 💪 For Heavily Soiled Areas Before machine cleaning, spray a 50/50 diluted mix of SHYN Degreaser directly onto the problem areas. Let it sit for 2–5 minutes to break down heavy buildup, then steam clean or extract. This gives you a deep clean where it's needed most. ⚠️ Fabrics to Be Cautious With Avoid spraying SHYN Degreaser directly onto: Wool or wool blends – These natural fibres can shrink or discolour. Use via machine or cloth only. Velvet, suede, or suede-like fabrics – These mark easily. Blot gently with a damp cloth instead of spraying. 🧼 Pro Tip: Let carpets fully dry before walking on them to prevent dirt transfer or marks.

SHYN Degreaser vs Cream on Carpets

If a cream like Sudocrem or any thick, oily product ends up on your carpet, SHYN Degreaser is the best way to break it down and lift it out. These creams are packed with oils and waxes that stick to carpet fibres. SHYN Degreaser is designed to cut through greasy, fatty build-up effectively. 👉 Here’s what to do: Gently scoop off any excess cream (avoid rubbing it in). Spray SHYN Degreaser directly onto the affected area — use it neat or diluted 50/50. Let it sit for 30–60 seconds. Use a damp SHYN Ultimate Microfibre Cloth to gently blot and agitate the area. The cloth must be damp, not dry — this helps lift the loosened residue instead of just smearing it. Repeat as needed, then rinse lightly with water and blot dry using a clean section of the cloth. ⚠️ If the cream has discoloured the carpet or seeped deep into the fibres, it may not come out completely — but this is the most effective, non-damaging method to try.

Cleaning Outdoor Textured Tiles (test patch)