How to deep clean car carpets- Mold, Mildew, Heavy stains GONE!!

#Interiors #Detailing #Attention2Details
In this video I share how I address heavily stained auto carpets by using my Aqua Pro Vac extractor, McCulloch 1375 Steamer, Porter Cable corded drill, 4" drill brush heads, Bonnet pro rocket revive it, Citrol 266 and Tide Coldwater. You can also use Superclean, F-bomb or Meguiars APC in lieu of Rocket Revive it. This combination will remove 89-90 % of all carpets stains, from tar, nicotine, mildew, coffee and more.
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[@levinl.bailey-donaldson4271]

That was awesome ! I was taught that too when detailing, you never want to give the customer a false expectation when detailing. You want to under promise and over deliver and you should be good ! That will always stick with me...

[@davidthomason935]

Bored at my 2nd job and watching from work. Fellow DPC family!!

[@brianwingett8398]

Looks amazing, especially with all the stains. I appreciate the fact that you showed it’s not perfect, like you said set realistic expectations. I’m sure customer was very happy.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Thank you!

[@TraMENDEZ_TRANSFORMation]

It’s so difficult for me to give up on the removal of a stain. I fight those things with every ounce of fight in me. This video helped me realize that I need to lower my expectations. There was nothing different in your process that is too different from mine. Thank you for the info!

[@philmiller99]

Just finished the video. Considering how wrecked that thing was, you did a great job...and relayed a very important message, about being honest with your customer, as well as being honest with yourself about detailing ability.

[@jc4074]

Best results possible. That is every client conversation. Excellent results on this vehicle. Stay safe!👍

[@sharpreflectionsdetailing7265]

Excellent job. I also appreciate the lesson of not everything will come out sometimes paint or interior. And keeping expectations real. Good job on that lexus!

[@johnwolfe9600]

Awesome work, I own a company myself. Stains are easier to get out than you think. I've never came across a stain I couldn't get out. You just have to know what to use and how to use it. Keep up the great work.

[@hushhh2474]

Can you name some products you use that don't bleach out or change color of fabric and carpet for removing stains and mold?

[@sakinabivins9415]

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[@austinwinchester]

Damn, you’re a pro and it shows

[@kiette]

I love the yinzer shirt and I needed this info since my car carpets got moldy from a window leak.

[@jameshutchins3396]

Night and day!!! I had to get up tar prints recently from carpet at church. Grey carpet and around 12 or 15 footprints from fresh tar. Had pretty good results with liquid wrench penetrating oil followed by super clean and a shop vac. Scott shop towels for lifting the tar after letting liquid wrench dwell for a bit.

[@believersrbrothers3757]

I really respect your hustle and honesty! I love seeing people take pride in their work especially when they work smart and have all the tools and know how to use them 😅 just a friendly tip maybe look into mini a gorilla tripod maybe even one that has a clip might help you get those good angles easier. Good job ☺

[@elikaramos8106]

I'm trying to get that smell out as well I'm thinking of just replacing my carpet

[@kwills80]

Very big fan of your page

[@johnjames8253]

amazing work!!

[@edwinsr1908]

I'm going to be working on a custom car today with mold on the seats and door panels. Wish me luck. 😆

[@gabrielarico0429]

Wow!!!! How i wished it was in my budget to pay for my tahoe wich ive had for mmmm almost 10 years... I love my car so much but it really needs a makeover😭 Yall did a Awesome/Fantastic/Great Job 💜

[@macbaker8477]

You "rocked" it Chelsea! Your arsenal of cleaning chemicals obviously did an excellent job of removing what I would say was at least 80-90% of the mold,mildew and stains! That Aqua Pro Vac extractor is "Awesome" and I think I would love to have one of these! Where did you purchase yours and what did it cost you? Are you happy with the performance of it and would you recommend it to other Detailers like myself! I have the 4" drill brush set and I do have a mid line wet/dry Shop-Vac but to me its not very convenient to try and do dry vacuuming and turn right around and use your vacuum to wet-vac carpets and upholstery on the fly! Chelsea can you share your dilution ratio's for the Citrol 266 and the Tide Coldwater solution/dilution ratio as well! What is the purpose of using the Bonnet Pro Rocket Revive It solution and what is the dilution ratio for using it on carpet as well! Thank you for an excellent video and short demo of effectively cleaning mildew,mold and tar stains and other stains from the carpet in this Lexus! :-) Mac

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

I purchased my extractor straight from aqua pro vac and it was just under $400. It was an investment that paid for itself after 2 jobs. For me, ease if use, it's cleaning effectiveness as well as speed of performing job are more valuable to me than saving $200 dollars. I used a rug Dr carpet spotter before I got this and comparing the two, it was a game changer for my business and quality of work. Cheaper than a mytee lite but just as effective imo

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Tide Coldwater was diluted 5:1 and Citrol was 10:1. I may have said wrong dilutions in the video as I was on the fly.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

The purpose of the rocket revive it is to have a powerful cleaner that doesn't leave residue behind. It is a hydrogen peroxide citrus based encap solution that works well with cwe. Highly recommended by carpet professionals and far more effective than Superclean or any other APC out there. It helps when doing carpets to use chemicals that were designed specifically for carpets.

[@macbaker8477]

@@attention2detailswchelsea Awesome! That makes perfect sense using a product that is actually designed from the ground up to clean carpet and upholstery with no residue or those crunchy carpets or cloth seats! I had heard it mentioned by another detailer awhile back but I just wasn't dialed in for a bonafide dedicated "Carpet/Upholstery" cleaner! :-) Hey Chelsea does your friends and family ever call you "Chelse" as a nickname for Chelsea! :-) Mac

[@macbaker8477]

@@attention2detailswchelsea I'm definitely going to look into one of the Aqua Pro Vac's! Chelsea if you don't mind sharing with "us" what do you charge for a standard interior cleaning where you don't have to use your Aqua Pro Vac extractor and just use your drill brush to get that grime and dirt from the areas needed and then use one of your interior cleaners,detail brushes and mop up with your microfiber towels versus an interior that you throw everything you've got at it to get it as clean as possible requiring your Aqua Pro Vac, McCullough steamer,Power Drill brush and all your dedicated carpet and ulpholstery cleaners! Mac

[@polishedmobiledetailing557]

Looks good great job💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@elizabethdiane3281]

Thank you

[@jeremygonzalez6847]

I keep reading that to get rid of that mold it is most effective to use white distilled vinegar which kills 80% of all fungi/mold types, and must be left alone for at least an hour before scrubbing and blotting. The key is to dry it very well in order to avoid carpets and places getting wet again and allow the perfect conditions for the fungi/mold to form again. Keeping it dry is key which is difficult in a car floor.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Great tips

[@BombatGeneral]

Great vid thanks 🙏🏼

[@crylas3637]

I’m glad I came across your video !! I just realized I have mildew and mold :( in my car carpet… thank you for being so detailed. Are you by chance in the Houston Texas area ?!

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

I’m in Pa

[@RavoDaMasta]

Awesome vid! Setting realistic expectations is 🔑 How do you use the baking soda and diluted water?

[@sashae672]

I spilled half n half in my car and didn’t realize it got on the carpet. It sat for 6 days before I smelled it. Now I can’t get the smell out and I’ve tried for over a year.

[@ray6808]

Great video. Could I recommend that you link the chemicals you use in your videos in order to find it? Thanks and have a great 2021 year filled with blessings.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Edited to include chemicals. Thanks for the reminder

[@Brandon-no3vc]

What about the mold under the carpet

[@stephanes.3921]

Hello is theer a way to ensure a fabric (not leather) car seat which looks good on the surface does not have mold inside. this after a minor flooding inciodent (window left open one night)

[@MaksimGoodlooking]

This car has a sunroof leak issue, because the drain pipe is clogged . Just found on my car same problem

[@arynefeldman6560]

thank you!!!!

[@huskyhakunaadventures3056]

What is the best car carpet cleaner to use to get out mold or mildew? Is hydrogen peroxide good to use? Also, will hydrogen peroxide bleach stain black car carpets?

[@GWEISSBEIN]

Could a regular shop vac work for extraction if you don't have an aquapro?

[@huskyhakunaadventures3056]

Im also curious if mold concrobium would be safe to spray on the carpets and not have them bleach out?

[@nosaj03]

Great vid! What do you recommend for oil stains or other motor fluids in carpets? I spilled power steering fluid in my trunk and want to clean it out.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Try a degreaser like super clean or super degreaser or even Dawn dish soap as it loosens up and breaks up grease and oil. Clean with hot water and a stiff brush and then extract. Might even try steam to loosen it up.

[@nosaj03]

@@attention2detailswchelsea Thanks for the advice! I will give it a try this weekend

[@jacobshank9362]

Have you ever heard of bringing the pH balance back to a carpet/seat after cleaning them?

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Yes. Use a acidic fiber rinse after using a alkaline to neutralize it. I use a product thats close to pH neutral so a fiber rinse isnt always necessary

[@jacobshank9362]

@@attention2detailswchelsea i assume benefits of using either acidic or alkaline would help greatly on certain stains?

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Yes. Some protein/organic stain removers are more alkaline based and then they recommend following with a fiber rinse to neutralize the carpet and prevent rapid resoiling or crunchy fibers.

[@macbaker8477]

Chelsea I went to the Bonnet Pro website and I see that a gallon of the Revive It Rocket solution is $38 for a gallon! Have you found a better price and about how many 32 ounce spray bottles can you expect to get from one gallon of this product?

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

If you have a business you can purchase a sample pack to see if you like it. It's a great price for 3 and I think shipping is included. I dilute is 1:10 and can make more than enough with one bottle www.bonnetpro.com/bp/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=217

[@macbaker8477]

@@attention2detailswchelsea Thanks for the info Chelsea!

[@hotrodcutie4365]

I have an old chevy s10 truck and the driver's side carpet is covered in mold and if there is any way I can get the mold out without having to buy a new carpet. Is there like any chemicals i can use to get the mold out of the carpet.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

What have you tried? Home Depot sells concrobium chemicals that are mold and mildew killers but test in a small hidden area first as some mold/mildew cleaners contain bleach. For OTC you can try baking soda and white vinegar to neutralize it followed by steam.

[@hotrodcutie4365]

@@attention2detailswchelsea i havent tried anything as i just got the truck on christmas i went out to it about a week ago and noticed the truck had mold on the drivers side i havent tried anything because i dont know what to use for it.

[@djsassafrass9126]

@@attention2detailswchelsea What measurements do you recommend for the baking soda and vinegar in a 32 oz. spray bottle?

[@wolleysegap9740]

Chelsea, where did you get those brush attachments for your drill ?

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

www.carsupplieswarehouse.com/products/speedy-drill-brushes?sca_ref=1758999.97xjj0MJ2y

[@mishloud4215]

I only have a slight mildew smell coming from my back driver's side carpet after gallon water leaked. No black mold and nothing shows but only the smell lingers. I have been working on it, but am at a loss of exactly what to do next.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Did you try chlorine dioxide tablet treatment?

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

More than likely the padding needs pulled if there’s no signs on the carpet but the smell is there. May need to pull up the carpets, inspect padding and replace or at minimum let air out and then put back

[@mishloud4215]

@@attention2detailswchelsea no not yet. Considering ozone treatment.

[@spirit_1111]

Hydrogen peroxide and baking soda on the leftover spots maybe on light carpet

[@desireesimmons842]

Where in PA are you?

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Lancaster

[@cmontgomery592]

After this process how likely is the mold to come back?

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

It completely dries there should be no future issues

[@crisamayajoya6766]

How much should a job like this cost?

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Depends on many factors. Starts at around $350+ for me with ozone treatment after a deep cleaning

[@MiguelRodriguez-fm1il]

Hi chelsea, my name is miguel so i have an impala it been sitting for awhile since it needed repairs and the battery had been dead. Anyway i didnt realize the whole time its been sitting that the back windows had been cracked open. Went to clean the car and discovered under my mat in the back seat that the carpet has alot of mold im just wondering would i be able to kill the mold enough for it to be safe to drive or should i cut that corner out completely.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

You should be able to clean it. Obviously protect yourself and wear a mask or respirator when cleaning but you can try a couple different methods. First vacuum what you can up, then apply white vinegar and let dwell. Then agitate, steam to kill the bacteria and then extract. May need to repeat. Finally treat area with mold remover /antimicrobium to prevent it from coming back. (I use this:www.lowes.com/pd/32-oz-Liquid-Mold-Remover/3623280?cm_mmc=shp-_-c-_-prd-_-pnt-_-google-_-lia-_-133-_-thinnersandsolvents-_-3623280-_-0&store_code=1127&cm_mmc=src-_-c-_-prd-_-pnt-_-google-_-paint-_-MHLIA_PNT_Paint_High+Priority-_--_-0-_-0&gclsrc=aw.ds&&gclid=Cj0KCQiAiNnuBRD3ARIsAM8KmluL-9qcOigiQSfdnM3Bscq1UaBOWLIVohZ7Om10hWuHaCsZPgQVFlwaAtWmEALw_wcB Do this in a well ventilated area and allow the carpets to dry thoroughly after spraying with Mold Control. Mold may stain the carpets so keep that in mind. You may remove the mold but a stain may remain.

[@christinereese1199]

How do I get rid of musky smell?

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

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[@lolasvow3732]

Where are you located

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Lancaster, PA

[@philmiller99]

How does someone let a Lexus get that wrecked?

[@kingsclassicdetailing3553]

Check out this Mold Removal Video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6HIaaJ-nsqfnq8

[@elizabethdiane3281]

Thank you