3/31/2011

Bissell Remanufactured SpotBot Hands-Free Compact Deep Carpet Cleaner, 1200R Review

Bissell Remanufactured SpotBot Hands-Free Compact Deep Carpet Cleaner, 1200R
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I used my SpotBot in what must have been the craftroom/kennel/gym of the previous owners. The nasty nylon carpet that came with the house is extremely reluctant to give up stains, but the SpotBot cleaned up oil and crusted-on soda spills easily. It even made significant inroads into smears of oil-based black paint. The ability to switch between automated and manual modes was helpful. On the worst stains, I ran a couple of automated cycles, then switched to manual mode and scrubbed. This is much more effective and powerful than my (good quality) carpet steamer. Yes, it does use a lot of cleaning fluid, and it takes time to address every stain (at least, if your carpet looks like this one). But it is still cheaper and faster than replacing flooring!

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The SpotBot from Bissell takes care of carpet stains that are new, old, large, small, and everything in between. In one surface stain cycle, the Unique Spiral Brushing action completes over 400 cleaning revolutions, for thorough and effective removal of tough stains. Red wine, cola, fruit juice, coffee, and even pets stains permanently disappear under the powerful cleaning bristles of this compact green cleaning machine. For best results, use Bissell's specially formulated chemicals like OxyGen II and Little Green Formula.
The SpotBot has two cleaning modes: hands-free and manual. In hands-free mode, the SpotBot is easier to use than a toaster oven. Just fill with water and cleaning fluid, select your stain type, and then walk away. Within seven minutes, its 24-inch circumference cleaning head does everything else for you. For larger stains or ones that require some extra elbow grease, use the Tough Stain Brush that attaches to the hose. The hose and brush are stored on board for versatile cleaning of stairs, auto, and upholstery.

Before treating any stain, you should first: • Gently scrape up semi-solids with a spoon or spatula. Do not use a knife or other utensil with sharp edges because it could damage the carpet or upholstery.• Blot up liquids with an absorbent cloth or paper towels. White materials are recommended because certain dyes may bleed and make the stain worse.• Remove the remaining semi-solids and residue with a sweeper or vacuum.• Be sure to pre-test any spot removal solutions or chemicals on an inconspicuous area first. This is extremely important; different dyes and materials could be damaged or discolored by a cleaning solution. If such a change should occur, try a different solution or call a professional.
FAQ What is SpotBot? It's a revolutionary spot cleaner that gives you the freedom to walk away while it does the work for you.
What does the SpotBot know about stains? Everything. Bissell SpotBot has an Automatic Smart System that eliminates guesswork. SpotBot knows how to measure and distribute just the right amount of water and cleaning formula, suction up tough stains, and leave carpets clean. Just push a button and SpotBot does the rest.
How does hands-free cleaning save time? While SpotBot gets the stain, you get back to your day. That's hands-free cleaning, and it lets you handle vacuuming, laundry, a workout, or anything else that's important to you today.
Is SpotBot safe for all carpet types? SpotBot is safe on virtually all types of carpet. To be sure, Bissell recommends that you follow your carpet and upholstery manufacturer's fabric treatment instructions.
How does it work on pet stains? All pets have accidents. That's why SpotBot is trained to remove pet stains in no time. Use the Automatic Smart System and Bissell specially formulated chemicals then "Spot It, Bot It, Got It!"

What's in the Box Compact carpet cleaner w/hose, brush attachment, trial-size "OxyGen II" cleaning fluid, trial-size "Little Green Formula" cleaning fluid.

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Carpet Fresh No Vacuum Foam Carpet Refresher, Super Pet, Neutralizes Pet Odors, 10.5 oz (297g) Review

Carpet Fresh No Vacuum Foam Carpet Refresher, Super Pet, Neutralizes Pet Odors, 10.5 oz (297g)
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We used to buy this freshener at the grocery store but for some reason they stopped selling it there. When I found it online I immediately ordered a case of them. The foam melts into the carpet very quickly and doesn't leave any residue. But the scent is what we fell in love with. Having three dogs the house doesn't always smell that fresh. This product in the Super Pet scent truly delivers what is promised...a clean, great smelling almost odor-free home. When my twelve cans are gone I will definitely by a dozen more. I am so glad I found a way to order this through Amazon.

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Safely cleans dirty odors from your carpet without vacuuming. Dries in five minutes.Even when your carpet is clean, everyday smells like pet, smoke, cooking and musty/stale odors can become trapped in the fibers and make it smell dirty. Carpet Fresh No-Vacuum is a revolutionary carpet refresher.Its quick-drying foam neutralizes pet and other dirty odors down in your carpet where they live, then dries in about five minutes leaving your whole room smelling naturally fresh and clean.It's great for cars too.

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Simple Solution Extreme Stain and Odor Remover, 32-Ounce Spray Bottle Review

Simple Solution Extreme Stain and Odor Remover, 32-Ounce Spray Bottle
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We have an old dog who has too many accidents but whom we love way too much to cast out. We can all breathe a bit easier thanks to this product. We're holding off on the new carpet until the inevitable. In the meanwhile, I make sure we have a bottle of Simple Solution Extreme on hand at all times.

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With 3 times the power this fast-acting formula permanently and completely removes even the toughest pet stains & odors. Simple Solution combines advanced cleansers with beneficial bacteria and enzymes. This combination provides a powerful punch yet is safe to use on both new and old problem areas - including carpet pad odors, upholstery, pet bedding, clothing, tile, concrete, brick and any other water-safe surface. Better yet, all the ingredients in Simple Solution are non-toxic and are harmless to pets and people.

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Folex Carpet Spot Remover 1 Gallon FSR128 Review

Folex Carpet Spot Remover 1 Gallon FSR128
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Since Home Depot Expo gave me a bottle of Folex Instant Carpet Spot Remover when they installed my new carpet, I've been successfully using the product and I lend it to my neighbors to use on their carpet spots too. Between me and my neighbors, I have seen it work quickly to completely remove all spots including food stains, blood, and cat urine and vomit. My favorite part is that it is odorless. I'm about to run out of my first Folex Instant Carpet Spot Remover 32-Oz.bottle and I love the product so much that I'm going to invest in a gallon of it!

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Ideal for pet accidents,grease, ink, red wine, coffee,blood, rust, food, cosmetics,dirt, grime, and most oldstains

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Colorize Leather, Vinyl, Fabric & Carpet Dye Review

Colorize Leather, Vinyl, Fabric and Carpet Dye
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It's very hard to mix the right color. Not only that, but if you have to mix a color more than once, it's even more difficult to get a match since the container for mixing is quite small. I wound up with two slightly different colors and now I have an even bigger mess on my carpet.

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Eliminate stains... permanently. Just apply and let dry. Matches popular colors and textures. Commonly people get stains on many things, from carpet, to clothing, to furniture, car seats, apparel... and no matter how hard they try, cleaners will not take them out. So what do you do when you just cannot get out a stain- Well, until Colorize, there was nothing a person could do. Colorize is the answer to removing almost any stain.... on anything, by coloring over the stain, and eliminating it. The 7 colors mix too all popular colors. Then its simple: Just apply one or two coats of color over the stain, and its gone. You have colored over the stain, and eliminated it. There is no other product in the USA that can do what Colorize does, with great success.

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3/30/2011

Sergeant's 24-Ounce Flea-Free Breeze Home and Carpet Spray Review

Sergeant's 24-Ounce Flea-Free Breeze Home and Carpet Spray
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Got this on a whim, tried it and loved it. It has a nice fresh scent and helps to kill fleas in our cats bedding. great product for anyone with cats!

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Sergeant's 24-ounce flea-free breeze home and carpet spray.

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Zoo Med Reptile Cage Carpet for 10 Gallon Tanks, 20 x 10-Inches Review

Zoo Med Reptile Cage Carpet for 10 Gallon Tanks, 20 x 10-Inches
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this is the answer for lining tanks its easy to clean and it can be reused

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A soft, non-abrasive, absorbent substrate for all types of reptiles. Better than non-absorbent Astro-turf type carpets, which are made of plastic. Great for use as a protective layer when using the ReptiTherm UTH and loose substrates.

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One Roll of 2" Double-Sided Carpet Tape Review

One Roll of 2 Double-Sided Carpet Tape
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This tape works very well and comes off cleanly with no residue on hardwood surfaces.

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One Roll of Double-Sided Carpet TapeGreat for installing stair treads on your hardwood stairs or securing your favorite area rug or hallway runner.

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2'x4' Teebaud Reversible Non Skid, Slip Rug Pad for Floors and Carpet Review

2'x4' Teebaud Reversible Non Skid, Slip Rug Pad for Floors and Carpet
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I replaced an irritating, worthless waffleweave pad with this. What a relief! It holds in place a slippery little rug that I put over the carpet to protect a high traffic area. It no longer moves constantly around but stays nicely in place. I'm ordering another for a runner now.

Oops. In my previous review, I was so thrilled with my new Teebaud "non skid" rug pad, I thought I'd better update to save somebody some money. The pad was good for about a week so I ordered another larger one. Big mistake. There is some kind of adhesive on the pads that wore out in a about a week. Unfortunately, now I have 2 expensive sliding rug pads and no idea what to do next about the sliding rug problem next. Wish I could change to a 1 star rating!

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This polyester fabric rug pad underlay outperforms all others. The white side goes over carpeting, the gray side goes over hard floors. The unique fabric construction lasts indefinitely, composed of two non woven polyester fabrics that are permanently needle-punched together. The white fabric was developed specifically for application over carpet, the gray for use on hard floors. These fabrics will not rot, crumble, flatten out, or shed. The two sides of the rug pad are lightly coated with a scientifically formulated, clean-lift, water-based adhesive. Unlike other ordinary nonskid underlays, this rug pad actually grips the rug backing and carpet or floor. This rug pad is designed with cutting edge fibers that allow continuous airflow making this rug pad completely odorless. This underlay is just as easy to install as any ordinary rug underlay. Simply cut to appropriate size, lay it out with correct side facing down, then place the rug. This rug pad is made in the United States and comes in a wide array of sizes.

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Hoover SteamVac Carpet Cleaner with Power Brush, FH50030 Review

Hoover SteamVac Carpet Cleaner with Power Brush, FH50030
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which machine does one purchase? light weight? heavy duty? added heaters? which brand is best? all valid ?'s- so i researched reviews on amazon before i purchased a carpet cleaner. i own a kirby vacuum system- i love it....but the machine is heavy, and the carpet cleaner a bit more involved in putting together than an upright machine. having already spent $$ on a kirby (a g4 i purchased 13 years ago) i did not want to spend a bunch of money on a carpet cleaner- i just wanted something to "pull out and lightly clean" carpets a few times a year.
this is the machine i decided on.
it seems to have worked well- it is easy to manuever, easy to assemble, easy to fill clean water tank, easy to empty the dirty water tank and replace the tanks again- easy to clean up!~ how great is that? having no other upright "steam" machine to compare it to, it seems to have cleaned adequately. i took my time and allowed the suction to pick up as much water as possible. it dried within 2 hours.
now, i must say, having used a kirby on this carpet, and not allowing shoes in the house, this 9 year old carpet had VERY LITTLE sand in the dirty water tank, and only gray water, compared to the walkway carpet that i also cleaned. the high traffic area had 8 times as much sand, and the water was much darker. so, the machine picks up alot. i am pleased with the overall performance of this machine. did not find any leaks- got it at a great price at [...] for 79$- very happy with this purchase.

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The Hoover SteamVac Carpet Cleaner is designed to revitalize carpets through washing, removing dirt, and drying quickly and effectively.Its deep cleaning power brush cleans high traffic areas to keep carpets looking like new.Plus, its lightweight design makes it easy to push and carry!

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3/29/2011

Host Dry Carpet Cleaning Kit (C12100) Review

Host Dry Carpet Cleaning Kit (C12100)
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I've used HOST for over 20 years, both professionally applied by a carpet cleaner and in this do-it-yourself version. It's been great for my carpets and the benefit is it that it doesn't leave your carpets wet.
Recently I bought an expensive sisal rug. Sisal cannot be cleaned with any water as it will shrink and distort the shape as well as discolor. I've got two big dogs and HOST has been a miracle worker on this sisal rug. From dog urine to dog vomit this stuff has cleaned it all with no trace of what had happened left behind and no damage to the sisal. I will always have a tub of HOST around for accidents!

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Sold as each. Kit contains: 2.5 lb. Host cleaner shaker pack, 8 oz. Host spot remover, Host brush and Host cleaning tips booklet. A handle can be attached to the enclosed brush for easy stand up cleaning. Boxed. Manufacturer number: C12100. Country of origin: United States. Distributed by .

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Bissell ProHeat 2X Healthy Home Upright Deep Cleaner, 66Q4 Review

Bissell ProHeat 2X Healthy Home Upright Deep Cleaner, 66Q4
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My carpet is old and due for replacement. While this Bissell carpet cleaner couldn't remove years of wear, it did remove a surprising volume of dirt. At first, I didn't think it was really doing all that much. But once I emptied out the tank, my God, what a filthy carpet I was walking on! The used water was a very dark gray bordering on black. Yuck!
There's a handy little spinning wheel icon on the base of the unit (aka the flow gauge) that tells you if everything's going according to plan, or if you need to change the water, add cleaning fluid or some other issue. If it's spinning, you're in good shape. When it stops, you need to fill or empty the tank(s).
The cleaner has 4 different "custom clean" settings. I mostly used the "normal clean" setting and then switched to "heavy traffic" for the dirtiest regions. The "Dry Aire" feature sends hot air to your carpet to aid in drying. As I write this, my living room is somewhat humid and the floor is damp. I don't think it will take long to dry though.
A small bottle of Bissell cleaning solution is included. Do yourself a favor and buy a larger bottle before this item arrives. You'll go through it pretty quickly, so probably best to buy a decent sized refill in advance of delivery. Otherwise, you are flat-out going to run out of cleaning fluid before the job is done.
So what's not to like? Well, it's somewhat heavy and bulky. For someone small and weaker, it might be a bit hard to move around. Obviously, it rolls on the carpet fine, so that's not an issue. But it's a big unit and you probably need at least a little bit of muscle (but not too much) to use it properly. The tank filled with water might be a bit heavy for some as well. You carry it like a bucket, but toting around a bucket full of water and bending down to insert and remove the tank isn't a simple thing for someone without a moderate amount of strength.
Assembly was quite easy. You put the top half into the bottom half and secure it with 3 Phillips screws. Nothing too tricky there. The tool rack requires a touch more attention. The illustration was not as clear as I would have liked and it took a bit of head scratching to figure out where a couple of tools sit on the rack. You'll figure it out, but again the illustration could be clearer.
While the top of the hose rack secures with a screw, the bottom does not. I noticed that one other reviewer said that the bottom of the rack (no screw to secure it) would not stay in place. I initially had the same problem. However, I looked at that bottom rack a bit closer and there's a tab that needs to snap in place and if you don't do it just right, it will keep falling off. Play with it and you'll see what I mean. If that bottom hose rack is popping off, you probably haven't installed it correctly. It's not hard, but you need to slide the lower hose rack piece in just right so that it clicks and locks into place. It's not just gravity that's holding it in place, but that's what you'll think if you don't do it right.
The only other problems I had was that my knee and/or the cord kept knocking the hose off of the hose rack and onto the floor. I'm no engineer, but I think it could somehow be secured a bit better. Once, I knocked the hose off and then put it back on the rack. However, the head's trigger was pushed on the stain brush, which I didn't notice. By the time I discovered that the button was pushed, my leg was very wet and the brush had soaked my wallet and remote control. Fortunately, they are fine, but keep an eye on that so you don't spray cleaning fluid where you don't want it. Also, the coiled power cord rests right next to the coiled hose and they interfere with each other. I can't help but think that they could have designed this a bit better.
I went back and forth as to whether to give this unit 4 or 5 stars. If you solely look at whether it does what you expect it to, it's a 5 star item. It cleans your carpet well and gets out a lot of visible dirt. There are a few minor issues, but overall this is a nice carpet cleaner and it cleans very well. However, I knocked that hose off so many times either with my knee or the cord that I have to give it 4 stars.
I think that this Bissell will go a long way towards keeping your carpets looking nice and potentially extending the life of your flooring. I recommend it, despite a few minor issues.


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Using the power of heat, brushes, and cleaning formula, this upright home-cleaning system removes deep-down dirt for a maximum clean. The unit's built-in heater heats hot tap water up to 25 degrees hotter for maximum results, plus it offers a no-heat option for cleaning delicate wool or oriental rugs. Choose between light clean, normal, heavy traffic, and rinse settings; the cleaner will adjust the right amount of cleaning solution to mix with the heated water. The machine also provides two DirtLifter PowerBrush rolls with a bristle pattern that safely lifts out dirt while gently grooming carpet fibers. Use the CleanShot feature to tackle especially tough stains--it delivers a concentrated stream of cleaning solution at the push of a button: simply spray, apply suction, and the stain disappears. The unit also provides floating suspension that self-adjusts to all carpet heights, a two-in-one 1-gallon water tank that keeps clean and dirty water separate, and a Dry Aire system that spreads hot air across the carpet for faster drying, as well as Microban antimicrobial product protection. Choose between floor cleaning or above-floor cleaning with a simple turn of the knob. Other details include a 12-inch cleaning path with edge-to-edge suction, Edge Sweep brushes, a 9-foot upholstery hose, a 30-foot power cord, smooth-rolling wheels, a carry handle, and Flow Gauge to monitor water and solution levels. A 16-ounce bottle of Fiber Cleansing Formula and a 16-ounce bottle of Multi-Allergen Fiber Cleansing Formula come included. On-board tools consist of a 3-inch tough-stain tool, a 4-inch upholstery brush, a spraying crevice tool, a 6-inch stair tool, a TurboBrush, and a mesh bag. The 12 amp deep cleaner measures 19 by 13 by 44 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Bissell 2X Fiber Cleansing Advanced Formula, 24 Ounces, 62E5 Review

Bissell 2X Fiber Cleansing Advanced Formula, 24 Ounces, 62E5
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I found this product by accident and only bought it because it was clearanced at BB&B. I thought it wouldn't work well on pet stains, and boy was I wrong! It cleans up pet stains better than any other formula I've tried even ones specifically made for pet stains! It's awesome! You won't be disappointed!

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2X fiber cleansing advanced formula. Effective for general purpose everyday use. Great for heavy traffic areas.

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Electrolux Aerus Home Solutions Turbo acuum Cleaner Carpet and Upholstery Shampoo (Genuine 1 Gallon) Review

Electrolux Aerus Home Solutions Turbo acuum Cleaner Carpet and Upholstery Shampoo (Genuine 1 Gallon)
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I had the original Electrolux Turbo Shampoo for my 3 brush Electrolux carpet cleaner. This formula works the same way by mising 1 part shampoo with 8 parts water.
Foamed up just right, and cleaned powerfully. I was worried this was a cheap imitation, but this is a great product.

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Electrolux Aerus Home Solutions Turbo Shampoo (Genuine 1 Gallon).A highly concentrated blend of detergents and cleaners which instantly emulsifies dirt and soils.Unique low moisture formula is fast drying. Any residue left behind dries to a powder which is simply vacuumed away. Designed for rotary & brush cleaning on all types of carpet & upholstery.Provides a rich, thick foam that releases soil from carpet fibers and traps it for quick, easy removal.1 Gallon - Genuine Electrolux Turbo Shampoo for rugs, carpets and upholstery.

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Bissell SpotBot Hands-Free Compact Deep Carpet Cleaner, 1200B Review

Bissell SpotBot Hands-Free Compact Deep Carpet Cleaner, 1200B
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Hundreds and hundreds of reviews below this one, so here's a summary of all of the three hundred or so reviews below this one:
1. Almost everyone is a fanatical lover of this product. Sometimes it takes two or even three applications, but it seems to work except on some red stains, which any carpet cleaner will tell you are difficult. Otherwise, pet stains, and even very old stains are gone without a trace (we've tried this on a couple of *ten year old stains* and it pulled them right out), even after trying other devices and solutions that did not work. (My note for vomit or other stains of similar consistency, first clean as much as possible using the back of a knife, held at a 45 degree angle and scrape towards the center of the stain, cleaning the knife frequently or you'll just push the vomit into the carpet, though most report not doing this and it being completely clean anyway). People really like that you just start it and walk away, you don't have to monitor it.
2. The product cleans so well, used on a dirty carpet, you'll see circles that are cleaner than the rest of the carpet. Using the manual wand to soak up the solution when it is done will help, by spreading the cleaning solution into the non-cleaned area as you soak it up. Otherwise, you may have to use a regular machine to clean the entire carpet after you use this on a very dirty carpet.
3. People also report that it leaves the carpet VERY wet. But again, the manual wand used afterwards will take up the excess water. Tilt the wand so that the hose is up at about a 45 degree angle and run it slowly with medium pressure downward and most of the water will be sucked up. You can see the water getting sucked up from the side of the wand.
4. The best technique is to use a spray bottle of cleaning solution, diluted as directed for the machine, spraying the affected area, and using only water in this machine. It will use less of the expensive solutions, is just about as effective, and will not leave an excess of soap on the carpet. If you don't use the spray bottle technique, and instead you put the soap in the tank, 6 months later, the soap residue that is left on the carpet will attract its own dirt and so you'll have to reclean, but the spray bottle technique doesn't have this problem. So spray, turn the machine on, and wand up the excess water.
5. Some people report that the two included solutions work the best, others say that with the spray bottle technique it doesn't matter and others say using Costco carpet cleaning solution in the gallon jug works as well but is cheaper. One reported that vinegar and water worked and didn't smell when dry, but I don't think I'm gutsy enough to try that. Citrus based solutions and probably vinegar will damage the inside of it.
6. Some have reported that it may take some effort to get it to work at first. Check to make sure the containers are pushed all the way in. If that doesn't fix it, look at the FAQs on the Bissell web site in the support section for more detailed instructions. And note, don't do what we did at first, which is to put the water in the wrong tank. You put the water in the tank at the BACK of the unit. The other tank is where the dirty solution goes. You fill the tank that has a screw cap on the bottom of it. No screw cap? You've got the wrong tank.
7. Don't leave the tanks full, they leak. Run the unit on manual with *no* water in the tank for a few seconds to suck the solution out of the hose between uses or it may get moldy.
The product is every bit as good as what is written here. We've used it a couple of times. Don't put soap in it, the soap only goes in a your own separately purchased spray bottle used before you use the machine: nothing but water in the machine, and empty both tanks between uses. I just saved you hours of reading the remaining 300 reviews.
We bought the remanufactured version and haven't had any problems. Thumbs up.
Finally, when you have put your toe in the carpet cleaning waters, look at the Hoover F5914-900 SteamVac with Clean Surge for a full room carpet cleaner. It doesn't spot clean as well as this one, but you can do a whole room in under an hour, and it sucks the water back out of the carpet so thoroughly, the carpet dries in about an hour - faster if you blow it with a fan. Worth every penny. That one needs to be cleaned between uses (about 15 mins), so it takes a little more time to use. The Bissell is just a load and go product. The Hoover is more of an event.

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The SpotBot from Bissell takes care of carpet stains that are new, old, large, small, and everything in between. In one surface stain cycle, the Unique Spiral Brushing action completes over 400 cleaning revolutions, for thorough and effective removal of tough stains. Red wine, cola, fruit juice, coffee, and even pets stains permanently disappear under the powerful cleaning bristles of this compact green cleaning machine. For best results, use Bissell's specially formulated chemicals like OxyGen II and Little Green Formula.
The SpotBot has two cleaning modes: hands-free and manual. In hands-free mode, the SpotBot is easier to use than a toaster oven. Just fill with water and cleaning fluid, select your stain type, and then walk away. Within seven minutes, its 24-inch circumference cleaning head does everything else for you. For larger stains or ones that require some extra elbow grease, use the Tough Stain Brush that attaches to the hose. The hose and brush are stored on board for versatile cleaning of stairs, auto, and upholstery.

Before treating any stain, you should first:
Gently scrape up semi-solids with a spoon or spatula. Do not use a knife or other utensil with sharp edges because it could damage the carpet or upholstery.
Blot up liquids with an absorbent cloth or paper towels. White materials are recommended because certain dyes may bleed and make the stain worse.
Remove the remaining semi-solids and residue with a sweeper or vacuum.
Be sure to pre-test any spot removal solutions or chemicals on an inconspicuous area first. This is extremely important; different dyes and materials could be damaged or discolored by a cleaning solution. If such a change should occur, try a different solution or call a professional.
FAQ What is SpotBot? It's a revolutionary spot cleaner that gives you the freedom to walk away while it does the work for you.
What does the SpotBot know about stains? Everything. Bissell SpotBot has an Automatic Smart System that eliminates guesswork. SpotBot knows how to measure and distribute just the right amount of water and cleaning formula, suction up tough stains, and leave carpets clean. Just push a button and SpotBot does the rest.
How does hands-free cleaning save time? While SpotBot gets the stain, you get back to your day. That's hands-free cleaning, and it lets you handle vacuuming, laundry, a workout, or anything else that's important to you today.
Is SpotBot safe for all carpet types? SpotBot is safe on virtually all types of carpet. To be sure, Bissell recommends that you follow your carpet and upholstery manufacturer's fabric treatment instructions.
How does it work on pet stains? All pets have accidents. That's why SpotBot is trained to remove pet stains in no time. Use the Automatic Smart System and Bissell specially formulated chemicals then "Spot It, Bot It, Got It!"

What's in the Box Compact carpet cleaner w/hose, brush attachment, trial-size "OxyGen II" cleaning fluid, trial-size "Little Green Formula" cleaning fluid.

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3/28/2011

Zodiac Carpet & Upholstery Powder, 16 oz Review

Zodiac Carpet and Upholstery Powder, 16 oz
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This carpet powder worked wonders. No flea problems now where we put it. Actually, I gave it 4 stars because of the price. There is powder at Walmart for less than $4.00 that worked the same.

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Zodiac Carpet & Upholstery Powder

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Simple Solution Oxy Solution Carpet Stain Remover, 32 Ounce Spray Review

Simple Solution Oxy Solution Carpet Stain Remover, 32 Ounce Spray
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I use this on everything. Spit up stains from the baby even 10 year old stains on hand me down clothes. It also completely eliminates pet stains and odors. I buy it by the case.

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Oxy Solution is a unique stain and odor remover that uses oxygen as the catalyst to break down the molecular structure of organic material left in carpets and rugs.Permanently remove stains and odors from all water-safe surfaces, so they never come back.

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