{"product_id":"specialist-red-food-and-drink-colour-stain-remover-for-carpets-and-fabrics-using-the-hot-iron-transfer-method","title":"Prochem Red RX E400 1 Ltr","description":"\u003ch1\u003eProchem Red RX E400 1 Ltr\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatch Red RX in action:\u003c\/strong\u003e how to professionally remove red food and drink colour stains using the hot iron transfer method.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Prochem Red RX E400 demonstration for removing red food and drink colour stains from carpets and fabrics\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LMmvjSR6pEU\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProchem Red RX E400 1 Ltr\u003c\/strong\u003e is a specialist carpet and fabric stain remover designed to tackle food and drink colourings and some water-based ink and dye stains. It is effective on most fruit juice, carbonated drinks, red wine, beverage stains and selected ink and dye marks, making it a key corrective product for professional carpet and upholstery cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood and drink colourings on carpets and fabrics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed food colourings and brightly coloured beverages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit juice and carbonated drink stains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed wine and other beverage-related dye spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome water-based ink and dye stains, subject to pre-testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eNot Suitable For\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse without pre-testing for colour fastness and texture change\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication to fibres or dyes that are sensitive to heat transfer methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubbing or aggressive agitation that may cause pile distortion or texture change\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse where the carpet or fabric cannot safely tolerate high heat and moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral cleaning of large areas instead of targeted stain correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProfessional Features at a Glance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; margin-bottom: 20px;\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"6\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; width: 35%;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eProfessional Benefit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial carpet stain remover\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormulated specifically for food and drink colours and dye spots on carpets and fabrics.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeveloped for red food colourings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTargets red food colourings, carbonated drinks, fruit juices, wine stains and some ink and dye stains.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet towel and hot iron method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEffective when used with the directed heat transfer technique for difficult stains.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStraw liquid with lemon fragrance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraw-coloured liquid that leaves a pleasant lemon fragrance after treatment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH 8.5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately alkaline pH to support dye stain correction while remaining suitable for most fibres when pre-tested.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDirections\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor professional and industrial use only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed RX must be used as directed and results will depend upon the type, age and size of stain and type of fibre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost fibres will react safely to Red RX, but carpet or fabric must always be pretested for colour fastness and texture change in an inconspicuous area using the full application procedure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCAUTION:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some fibre dyes and twist pile carpets may be sensitive to the heat transfer stain removal method. Always pre-test before proceeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply Red RX directly to the stain only using the nozzle applicator. Avoid contact with surrounding carpet or fabric.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor larger stains, Red RX can be diluted with an equal part of water and applied by trigger sprayer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlot the treated area with a white towel or tissue and check for stain colour transfer. Repeat until there is no further improvement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDO NOT RUB\u003c\/strong\u003e, as this may cause pile distortion or texture change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor difficult stains, apply Red RX to the stain only, then dampen a clean white towel with water and place the folded damp towel on the treated stain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace a household steam iron, set on high heat, on top of the folded damp towel only for 10 to 20 seconds. Do not allow the iron to contact the carpet or fabric.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the iron and inspect the towel for stain colour transfer. Repeat the process using a clean section of towel until there is no further improvement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse extract the area with \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Prochem Fibre \u0026amp; Fabric Rinse B109 5 Ltr for neutralising and rinsing after Red RX E400 stain removal\" href=\"\/products\/prochem-fibre-fabric-rinse-b109-5-ltr\"\u003eProchem Fibre \u0026amp; Fabric Rinse B109\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e solution and lightly brush the pile to align fibres.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eRecommended Applicator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed RX is supplied with a nozzle applicator for precise application directly to the stain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSafety \u0026amp; PPE\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDANGER:\u003c\/strong\u003e Causes serious eye damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear protective gloves \/ protective clothing \/ eye protection \/ face protection. For hand protection, use \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Disposable Nitrile Gloves Powder Free, Box of 100 for safe handling of Prochem Red RX E400 1 Ltr\" href=\"https:\/\/carpet-cleaning-equipment.co.uk\/products\/disposable-nitrile-gloves-powder-free-box-of-100?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=nitre\u0026amp;_psid=7cfba397e\u0026amp;_ss=e\"\u003e Disposable Nitrile Gloves – Powder Free\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen working in confined spaces or during extended heat transfer treatments, a respirator such as the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ashbys Protective Respirator Half-Mask for added respiratory protection when using Prochem Red RX E400 1 Ltr\" href=\"https:\/\/carpet-cleaning-equipment.co.uk\/products\/ashbys-protective-respirator-half-mask?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=e35bd72ef\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e Ashbys Protective Respirator Half‑Mask\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eis recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIF IN EYES:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing and immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCommon Mistakes to Avoid\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkipping pre-testing on sensitive fibres, twist pile carpets or brightly dyed fabrics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllowing the steam iron to contact the carpet or fabric instead of the damp towel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubbing or scrubbing the stain, which can distort pile and damage texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver-wetting surrounding areas instead of targeting the stain only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing Red RX as a general cleaner rather than a focused stain removal product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eBefore \u0026amp; After Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Identify the stain type (red food colouring, fruit juice, wine, beverage or ink), confirm fibre type and carry out a full pre-test including the heat transfer method on an inconspicuous area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply Red RX precisely to the stain, follow the blotting and hot iron transfer method as directed and monitor colour transfer to the towel after each cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAfter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse extract with Fibre \u0026amp; Fabric Rinse B109, groom the pile and allow thorough drying. Explain realistic expectations to clients, especially for older or heavily set dye stains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapture before and after photographs to demonstrate improvement and support your professional reports and marketing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProfessional Questions \u0026amp; Answers\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What types of stains is Prochem Red RX E400 designed to remove?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is designed to remove food and drink colourings and some water-based ink and dye stains, including most fruit juice, carbonated drinks, red wine, beverage stains and selected ink and dye marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do I need to pre-test before using Red RX?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Carpet or fabric must always be pretested for colour fastness and texture change in an inconspicuous area using the full application procedure, especially before using the heat transfer method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does the wet towel and hot iron method work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed RX is applied to the stain, then a damp folded white towel is placed over the area. A household steam iron set on high heat is placed on the towel for 10 to 20 seconds, transferring stain colour to the towel. The process is repeated with clean sections of towel until no further improvement is seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can all carpets safely tolerate the heat transfer method?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Some fibre dyes and twist pile carpets may be sensitive to the heat transfer stain removal method. Always pre-test before proceeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the pH and fragrance of Red RX?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed RX is a straw liquid with a lemon fragrance and has a pH of 8.5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003epH values\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCoverage \u0026amp; dilution\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDilution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use neat for targeted stain treatment. For larger stains, Red RX can be diluted with an equal part of water and applied by trigger sprayer as directed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coverage depends on stain size and severity. The 1 litre bottle provides multiple applications for red food colouring and beverage stains across a wide range of carpet and upholstery jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 class=\"pdfDisplay\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Prochem Red RX E400 1 Ltr MSD Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/8358\/7478\/files\/Prochem_Red_RX_MSD_Sheet.pdf?v=1639144542\"\u003eClick Here to Download MSD Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"downloadPDF\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdfDisplay\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Prochem Red RX E400 1 Ltr Info Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/8358\/7478\/files\/cccc.pdf?v=1606543496\"\u003eClick Here to Download Information Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Prochem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37061713232022,"sku":"PC4398","price":16.36,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/8358\/7478\/files\/prochem-red-rx-e400-1ltr-red-food-and-drink-colour-stain-remover-for-carpets-and-fabrics.jpg?v=1785162928","url":"https:\/\/carpet-cleaning-equipment.co.uk\/products\/specialist-red-food-and-drink-colour-stain-remover-for-carpets-and-fabrics-using-the-hot-iron-transfer-method","provider":"Ashbys Cleaning Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}