Encap Fine Fabric 5L
Description
Encap Fine Fabric
Encap Fine Fabric is a unique upholstery cleaning detergent which is based on advanced technology to provide a total solution to upholstery, delicate fabric and rug cleaning.
This innovative multi-task product can be used in one of 3 ways;
- Encapsulation Cleaning – Upholstery fabrics and delicate area rugs, a 1:16 solution of Encap Fine Fabric is spray applied, agitated and allowed to dry.
- Low Moisture (Dry) Cleaning – Delicate cottons, a 1:4 solution of Encap Fine Fabric is whipped up to produce a rich foam which is then used to dry-clean the cotton fabric.
- Wet Cleaning Delicate Fabrics – Water cleanable fine fabrics, a 1:16 solution of Encap Fine Fabric is spray applied, agitated and rinse/extracted with Clean Rinse.
BENEFITS
- Encapsulating – An advanced blend of high-performance embrittling and encapsulation agents encapsulate the emulsified soil, embrittling it for easy vacuum removal.
- Releases Upholstery Soiling – Encap Fine Fabric contains ingredients which specifically target body oils and fats, beverage and food stains and organic soils.
- Leaving Fabrics Chemical Free – Encap Fine Fabric residues left in the upholstery or rug fibres dry down to a light, brittle crystal which quickly breaks away from the fibre and is left chemical free.
- User Friendly – Low odour formula.
- Dye and Fabric Stability – The mildly acidic character of Encap Fine Fabric helps prevent cellulosic browning and stabilizes fibre dyes.
- No Resoiling – Unique embrittling and anti-resoiling polymer ensures that fabrics and fibres stay cleaner for longer.
- Fibre Safe – Safe for use on all water-cleanable fibres including silk, cotton, linen, wool, stain-resistant nylon and all synthetic fibres.
APPLICATION AREAS AND SURFACE SUITABILITY
Delicate Area Rugs – Delicate area rugs which are water-cleanable can be cleaned using encapsulation cleaning or the wet cleaning method.
Delicate Cotton Fabrics – These are best cleaned used the Low Moisture (Dry) Cleaning Method.
Fine Fabrics – Upholstery which is water cleanable is best cleaned using the Wet Cleaning Method or the Encapsulation Method.
What is the difference between Encap Fine Fabric and a carpet encapsulating cleaner?
Encap Fine Fabric shares a number of similarities with a carpet encapsulating cleaner but with a few critical differences;
- Mildly acidic pH stabilizes dyes and helps prevent browning.
- The cleaning ingredients chosen for Encap Fine Fabric, specifically target the oily, greasy soiling typical to upholstery.
- Specialty stain removal agents are included to assist with the removal of beverage, and tannin staining.
HOW TO USE
Always pre-test in an inconspicuous location for substrate sensitivity to chemicals. Observe all safety directions and read the SDS before use.
Note: If the fabric or rug is to be protected using a fluorochemical protector, the treated area must be extracted/rinsed.
DILUTIONS
- Encapsulation Cleaning – Mix 250ml Encap Fine Fabric with 4 Litres clean water.
- Low moisture (dry cleaning) – Mix 250ml Encap Fine Fabric with 1 Litre clean water.
- Wet cleaning (delicate fabrics) – Mix 250ml Encap Fine Fabric with 4 Litres clean water.
APPLICATION
Encapsulation Cleaning
- Vacuum fabric to remove all loose soil.
- Mix 250ml Encap Fine Fabric with 4 Litres clean water.
- Spray apply this solution onto the fabric until it is wetted out. (1 litre of ready-to-use solution should cover approximately a 4-seater lounge suit.)
- Agitate solution using a bonnet mitt or an upholstery cleaning brush.
- Remove excess moisture with a clean, white, dry terry towel.
- Allow to dry. Assist drying by increasing ventilation.
- Leave to dry for at least 24 hours before dry vacuuming to remove dry, embrittled soil.
Low Moisture (Dry) Cleaning
- Vacuum fabric to remove all loose soil.
- Mix 250ml Encap Fine Fabric with 1 Litre clean water.
- Whip-up solution to create a rich foam
- Apply this foam onto the fabric using a sea sponge, bonnet mitt or upholstery cleaning brush. Agitate to remove maximum amount of soiling.
- Remove excess foam and moisture with a clean, white, dry terry towel.
- Allow to dry. Assist drying by increasing ventilation.
- Leave to dry for at least 24 hours before dry vacuuming to remove dry, embrittled soil.
Wet Cleaning Delicate Fabrics
- Vacuum fabric or rug to remove all loose soil.
- Mix 250ml Encap Fine Fabric with 4 Litres clean water.
- Spray apply this solution onto the fabric until it is wetted out. (1Litre of ready-to-use solution should cover approximately a 4 seater lounge suit or 4m2)
- Agitate solution using a bonnet mitt or an upholstery cleaning brush.
- Rinse extract using Rinse Pro.
- Allow to dry. Assist drying by increasing ventilation.
Also available in 20L.
Remember Safety Data Sheets are available for chemicals being used and stored. See here for an easy download.
* Pre-test before use. Apply Protein Spotter in an inconspicuous area first to check for chemical sensitivity.
