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• Ketchup spills

  Fast action will help reduce chances this spot will become permanent.

• Blood

  A not-so-fearsome stain — if it gets immediate attention.

• Mud

  Spatters, spatters everywhere? Whatever you do, don’t spread them around.

• Paint spot

  Latex or oil-based? Either way, take action quickly before it dries into a permanent stain.

• Silk

  Your best bet? Read and follow the fabric-care label stitched into the garment.

• Wool garment

  Take it to the dry cleaner unless care instructions say otherwise.

• Juice spill

  Even ugly blotches will come out completely using the right methods.

• Ink spot

  Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.

• Urine

  Act quickly to prevent this spot from drying and becoming a permanent problem.

• Laminate countertop

  Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.

• Rust stain

  Don’t reach for bleach — it will make this stain worse. Here’s what to do.

• Wallpaper

  It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.

• Vomit

  Remove as much as you can immediately and dilute with water, experts say. Then follow these tips.

• Wilsonart® laminate

  Countertops for kitchens, baths and other applications manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.

• Spills, spots

  A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

• Wilsonart® flooring

  A high-pressure laminate floor manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.

• Driveway

  Sweep and spray to remove dirt. Also, the right way to soak out oil stains.

• Wax, candle

  Successful removal depends on the surface.

• Oil spill

  Act quickly, or these spots can be a real nightmare to clean.

• Marble

  Solid as a rock? Not quite, if it’s unsealed marble.

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