{"product_id":"ashbys-stain-guard-water-based-5-ltr","title":"Ashbys Stain Guard WATER Based Stain Protector 5 Ltr - for Carpets, Rugs \u0026 Upholstery","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAshbys Stain Guard WATER Based Stain Protector 5 Ltr\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProfessional Water‑Based Protector for Carpets, Rugs and Upholstery\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAshbys Stain Guard WATER Based\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional protector for \u003cstrong\u003ewet‑cleanable fibres\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to be applied when \u003cstrong\u003ecarpets, rugs and upholstery are damp from cleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is also suitable for \u003cstrong\u003enew or dry carpets and rugs\u003c\/strong\u003e. For extra‑thick pile, \u003cstrong\u003elightly mist the surface with clean water\u003c\/strong\u003e to aid absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe advanced blend of \u003cstrong\u003efluorocarbon\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ealcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e penetrates fibres to deliver \u003cstrong\u003elong‑lasting stain resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e and a built‑in \u003cstrong\u003eantistatic finish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced formulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed using a high‑performance blend designed for professional results, Stain Guard WATER Based delivers reliable protection across carpets, rugs and upholstery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in the UK:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured to strict quality standards for consistent, dependable performance on every job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product \u003cstrong\u003ewill not damage\u003c\/strong\u003e rubber, bitumen, bonded carpet backs or flocked materials. \u003cstrong\u003eDo not use\u003c\/strong\u003e on leather, dry wet‑cleanable fabrics or dry‑clean only items. Upholstery must always be \u003cstrong\u003edamp from cleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e before protection is applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor excluded items, use \u003ca title=\"ashbys stainguard solvent based stain protector for carpets, upholstery and rugs\" href=\"https:\/\/carpet-cleaning-equipment.co.uk\/products\/ashbys-stainguard-stain-guard-solvent-based-carpet-upholstery-stain-protector-5-ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAshbys Stain Guard SOLVENT Based Stain Protector 5 Ltr (PC5868)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7nw27ge4izU?si=eiaSQVApHHai76kZ\u0026amp;start=44\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e* Please Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Demo Cards shown in the video are no longer available.\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Benefits \u0026amp; Uses\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBenefit \/ Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eProfessional Advantage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeep fibre protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluorocarbon blend penetrates fibres for durable, long‑lasting defence.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStain resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpills bead on the surface, making them easier to blot before they set.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntistatic finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReduces static build‑up and improves appearance.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreserves look and feel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintains softness, colour and texture of carpets and upholstery.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasier maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImproves vacuuming efficiency and speeds up future professional cleaning.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtends fibre life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReduces wear, matting and fibre distortion.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWide suitability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIdeal for damp freshly cleaned carpets, rugs and upholstery; suitable for new or dry carpets and rugs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eHow to Apply (Simple Steps)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e If dirty, carry out a full wet clean and \u003cstrong\u003erinse out all detergent residues\u003c\/strong\u003e. If new or already clean, you may apply Stain Guard directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDampness matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fibres should be \u003cstrong\u003edamp at the surface\u003c\/strong\u003e. Freshly cleaned items are already damp. For \u003cstrong\u003enew or dry extra‑thick pile\u003c\/strong\u003e, lightly mist with clean water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpholstery rule:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDo not protect dry upholstery\u003c\/strong\u003e. Always apply Stain Guard when the fabric is \u003cstrong\u003edamp from cleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e, or lightly mist the surface with fresh water beforehand. This helps the protector absorb evenly and reduces the chance of water marks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSprayer setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carpet-cleaning-equipment.co.uk\/products\/orion-heavy-duty-pump-up-sprayer-complete-3-ltr-with-50-cm-lance?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=orion+3\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKwazar Orion 3 Ltr Pump‑up Sprayer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at around \u003cstrong\u003e30 psi \/ 2 Bar\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNozzles:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eT‑Jet 80 02\u003c\/strong\u003e for carpets and rugs; \u003cstrong\u003eT‑Jet 80 01\u003c\/strong\u003e for upholstery, curtains and wall fabrics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpray technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hold the nozzle \u003cstrong\u003e25–30 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e above the surface and apply in smooth, overlapping passes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carpets \u0026amp; rugs: \u003cstrong\u003e1 L per 12–17 m²\u003c\/strong\u003e Upholstery: \u003cstrong\u003e1 L per 18–25 m²\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e with good ventilation. Avoid use until fully dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSuitability (Easy to Understand)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Damp freshly cleaned \u003cstrong\u003ewet‑cleanable\u003c\/strong\u003e carpets, rugs and upholstery; new or dry carpets and rugs (mist thick pile).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leather, dry wet‑cleanable fabrics, dry‑clean only fabrics, or upholstery that is not damp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlternative:\u003c\/strong\u003e For excluded items, use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carpet-cleaning-equipment.co.uk\/products\/ashbys-solvent-stain-protector-5ltr-pc5868\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAshbys Stain Guard SOLVENT Based 5 Ltr\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe contacts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Will not damage rubber, bitumen, bonded carpet backs or flocked materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep sealed and upright. \u003cstrong\u003eDo not allow to freeze.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHomeowner Aftercare Guide\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpills:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blot immediately. \u003cstrong\u003eDo not scrub.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolids:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lift gently with a blunt knife or spatula.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResidual marks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carpet-cleaning-equipment.co.uk\/products\/ashbys-stain-remover-plus-5-ltr?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=asrp\u0026amp;_psid=85746fd7f\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAshbys Stain Remover Plus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlot off:\u003c\/strong\u003e Using clean \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carpet-cleaning-equipment.co.uk\/products\/pack-of-12-x-white-terry-towels-60-x-60-cm-24-x-24-inches?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=terry\u0026amp;_psid=32f605133\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003ewhite terry towels\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpholstery panels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always lightly \u003cstrong\u003edampen the whole panel\u003c\/strong\u003e with fresh water when spot cleaning to prevent ring marks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProfessional Assurance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrusted results:\u003c\/strong\u003e When applied correctly, Ashbys Stain Guard WATER Based gives homeowners long‑lasting protection against everyday spills, stains and accidents. Carpets, upholstery and rugs stay cleaner for longer, look better between professional visits and are easier to maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWin‑win for professionals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offering Stain Guard as an optional add‑on allows carpet cleaners to provide extra value while generating additional income on every job. Protected fibres hold soil on the outer surface rather than deep within the pile, meaning carpets, sofas and rugs clean up more easily and quickly on the next visit. Homeowners gain peace of mind and extended fibre life, while professionals benefit from a reliable, high‑margin service that enhances their reputation and boosts earnings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a simple, effective upgrade that protects furnishings, improves future cleaning efficiency and strengthens your business at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant to sharpen your results and stand out as a professional?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Professional Carpet \u0026amp; Upholstery Cleaning: The Complete Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/carpet-cleaning-equipment.co.uk\/pages\/professional-carpet-upholstery-cleaning-guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFREE Carpet \u0026amp; Upholstery Cleaning Training Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e covers the proven 6 Stage Method, fabric safety testing and a powerful stain removal section to help you get the best from this product on every job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"downloadPDF\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/8358\/7478\/files\/Ashbys_Stain_Guard_WATER_Based_Stain_Protector.pdf?v=1698143504\" title=\"Ashbys Stain Guard WATER Based Stain Protector 5 Ltr PC5869 Safety Data Sheet\"\u003e Ashbys Stain Guard WATER Based Stain Protector 5 Ltr PC5869 Safety Data Sheet \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ashbys Cleaning Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37628239315094,"sku":"PC5869","price":42.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/8358\/7478\/files\/ashbys-stain-guard-water-based-5ltr-carpet-upholstery-rug-stain-protector-uk.jpg?v=1784124631","url":"https:\/\/carpet-cleaning-equipment.co.uk\/products\/ashbys-stain-guard-water-based-5-ltr","provider":"Ashbys Cleaning Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}