5 Litre Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Spotting Solution

Low foaming spotting solution for extraction machines

5 Litre Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Spotting Solution

SKU 5L-Spotting Ask a question

Ask a question

We reply by email, usually the same working day.

Notify Me When Back in Stock

By asking for an alert you also join The Drivers HQ email list for news and offers. You can unsubscribe at any time.

£30.00

In stock

Earn 30 HQ Rewards points How it works

5 Litre Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Spotting Solution 5 Litre Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Spotting Solution £30.00

Complete your setup

The Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Spotting Solution 5L is a light yet highly effective low-foaming detergent designed for professional carpet and upholstery extraction. Formulated for rapid soil emulsification, it lifts dirt and grime efficiently while leaving carpets and fabrics fresh, clean and residue-free.

  • Low foaming extraction formula
  • 280ml per litre dilution ratio
  • Contains anti-mildew additive
  • Compatible with Kiam Aquarius machines
  • Compatible with Numatic extraction machines
  • Works in hot and cold water
  • Rapid soil emulsification action
  • Concentrated 5 litre tub size
Read the full description

Full Description

The Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Spotting Solution 5L is a light yet highly effective low-foaming detergent designed for professional carpet and upholstery extraction. Formulated for rapid soil emulsification, it lifts dirt and grime efficiently while leaving carpets and fabrics fresh, clean and residue-free.

Compatible with hot and cold water extraction machines, this spotting solution is ideal for targeted stain treatment or full-area cleaning. It is suitable for use with popular machines including Kiam Aquarius, Numatic, Kärcher, Prochem and Rug Doctor systems.

A special anti-mildew additive helps protect treated areas from mould and odour development, making it particularly well suited to interior environments and vehicle cabins where moisture control is essential.

Key Features:

  • Low-foaming formulation for extractor compatibility
  • Rapid soil emulsification for effective stain removal
  • Safe on carpets, upholstery and fabric surfaces
  • Suitable for hot and cold water extraction machines
  • Anti-mildew additive for added protection
  • Leaves a fresh, clean finish
  • Concentrated 5 litre size for professional use

Cleaning Performance:

This formulation combines multiple active components to deliver reliable results:

  • Detergents: Break down general dirt and stains
  • Degreasers: Lift oily residues and traffic marks
  • Anti-Mildew: Helps prevent mould and odour development
  • Optical Brighteners: Improve appearance and colour clarity
  • Anti-Foam Agents: Prevent excessive foaming in machines
  • Fragrance: Leaves a clean, fresh scent

Compatibility:

Ideal for use with a wide range of extraction machines, including:

  • Kiam Aquarius
  • Numatic extractors
  • Kärcher carpet cleaners
  • Prochem machines
  • Rug Doctor systems

Dilution & Usage Instructions:

  1. Spot Cleaning: Spray directly onto the affected area
    Machine Use: Add 280 ml per litre of water to the clean water tank
  2. Use warm water to dilute for best performance
  3. Apply through the machine onto carpet or upholstery
  4. Extract as normal following machine guidelines

Applications:

  • Carpet spot cleaning and extraction
  • Upholstery and fabric cleaning
  • Vehicle interiors and seats
  • Commercial and domestic environments
  • Professional detailing and valeting operations

Benefits:

  • Effective stain and soil removal
  • Low foam protects extraction equipment
  • Safe for regular use on fabrics
  • Anti-mildew protection improves hygiene
  • Large 5L size offers excellent value
  • Simple and easy to use

HQ Suggests (Tips & Insights):

  • 💡 Pre-vacuum thoroughly to maximise cleaning effectiveness.
  • 💡 For heavy staining, pre-spray and allow a short dwell time before extraction.
  • 💡 Always test on an inconspicuous area before full application.
  • 💡 Avoid over-wetting to reduce drying times and prevent odours.
  • 💡 Ideal follow-up product after a full carpet shampoo.

The Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Spotting Solution 5 Litre is part of the online range at The Drivers HQ, with expert advice on interior cleaning chemicals and extraction equipment. We also provide fast, reliable UK-wide delivery for professional and enthusiast users.

Tracked UK delivery, price shown at checkout.Delivery details

Delivery and collection

Full Delivery Information

Buying for someone? Gift cards from £30, by email or post.Gift cards

Secure checkout
  • Apple pay
  • Diners club
  • Discover
  • Google pay
  • Klarna
  • Maestro
  • Master
  • Paypal
  • Shopify pay
  • Unionpay
  • Visa

Key features

  • 5L Pack
  • Low Foaming
  • Anti-Mildew Additive
  • 280ml Per Litre
  • Machine Compatible

The Drivers HQ

Expert Notes

Equip2clean Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Spotting Solution 5L is a single concentrated tub of a low foaming detergent formulated for hot and cold water extraction machines. Equip2clean state it emulsifies soiling quickly and includes a special anti-mildew additive, useful in vehicle interiors where moisture control matters. For machine work, dilute at 280ml per litre of water, and for individual marks it can be sprayed directly onto the carpet before extraction. It suits valeters and detailers running Kiam Aquarius, Numatic, Karcher, Prochem or Rug Doctor machines, and works well alongside a carpet and upholstery detergent powder for full interior cleans or a dedicated pre-spray for heavier staining.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Vehicle interior carpets
  • Vehicle seat upholstery
  • Fabric floor mats
  • Localised carpet stains
  • Commercial premises carpets
  • Domestic upholstery
  • Professional valeting use

Caution: This is a concentrated detergent for extraction machines: always dilute to 280ml per litre before machine use and test on a small hidden area first.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Carpet And Upholstery Spotting Solution
Brand
Equip2clean
Use
Carpet And Upholstery Spot And Extraction Cleaning
Size
5L
Formula
Low Foaming
Dilution
280ml Per Litre (Machine Use), Neat (Spot Cleaning)
Compatibility
Kiam Aquarius, Numatic, Karcher, Prochem, Rug Doctor
Additive
Anti-Mildew

How To Use

Application

  1. Spray the solution directly onto the stain for spot cleaning.
  2. For machine use, add 280ml of solution per litre of water to the clean water tank.
  3. Use warm water to dilute the solution before extraction.
  4. Apply the diluted solution through the machine onto the carpet or upholstery.
  5. Extract as normal following the machine's operating instructions.

Aftercare

  1. Allow the treated area to dry fully before heavy foot traffic.
  2. Vacuum the carpet once it is completely dry.
  3. Store the unused tub sealed and away from direct sunlight.
  4. Check the treated area once dry and repeat only where required.

Top Tip: For everyday extraction cleaning, dilute the solution at 280ml per litre of water rather than using it neat.

Performance Benefits

  • Emulsifies soiling quickly
  • Works in hot and cold water
  • Protects treated areas against mildew
  • Suited to spot or full-area cleaning
  • Designed for vehicle interior fabrics
  • Works across major extraction machine brands

Frequently Asked Questions

What size does this spotting solution come in?

This is a single 5 litre tub of Equip2clean Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Spotting Solution.

What is the dilution ratio for machine use?

Add 280ml of solution per litre of water to the machine's clean water tank.

Can I use it undiluted for spot cleaning?

Yes, Equip2clean states it can be sprayed directly onto the carpet for spot cleaning.

Which machines is it compatible with?

It is designed for Kiam Aquarius, Numatic, Karcher, Prochem and Rug Doctor carpet and upholstery machines.

Does it help protect against mildew?

Yes, it contains a special anti-mildew additive designed to help protect treated areas.

Does it work in cold water machines?

Yes, it is suitable for both hot and cold water extraction machines.

Can this solution be used on both carpets and upholstery?

Yes, it is formulated for both carpet and upholstery cleaning in vehicle interiors and other settings.

Is this a low foaming formula?

Yes, it is described as a light, low foaming detergent suited to extraction machines.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Dilute at 280ml per litre for machine cleaning.
  2. Spray neat directly onto localised stains.
  3. Pre-vacuum the carpet before extraction cleaning.
  4. Allow a short dwell time on stubborn stains before extraction.
  5. Test on a small hidden area first.
  6. Store the tub sealed and out of direct sunlight.
  7. Avoid over-wetting to reduce drying time.
  8. Use warm water to dilute for best results.

From the Advice Centre

Guides Featuring This Product

Visit the Advice Centre
How to clean car seats and carpets: Aquarius Pro Valet carpet and upholstery cleaner on The Drivers HQ display plinth in front of a white Volkswagen Polo How to Clean Car Seats and Carpets: Fabric, Leather and StainsOur practical guide to cleaning fabric seats, leather and carpets: choosing the right cleaner, lifting stains, using an extractor without soaking upholstery,...

The Brand

Equip2clean

Equip2clean is a family-run UK pressure washer and professional cleaning equipment business, based in Knowsley, Merseyside. Its story starts in the 1970s, when Eric Paxton, a Royal Navy veteran, began building and supplying pressure washers; Jonathan Paxton formally launched Equip2clean in 2006, and Kieran Paxton joined in 2020 as the business grew online. Its ranges include Kiam pressure washers, Aquaspray Venom window cleaning poles and Gorilla Power generators, and it was named Knowsley Small Business of the Year in 2024 and 2025.

At The Drivers HQ we sell Equip2clean hoses, hose reels, trigger guns and detailing start-up packages online with UK-wide delivery. Popular choices include the Karcher Click Bayonet K series hose, the heavy duty 5/16in hose and the Bronze Car Detailing Business Start-Up Package.

Shop all Equip2clean
Gorilla Power GP4 pressure washer, Karcher click bayonet hose and quick release washer hose on a black display plinth

Equip2clean hoses, reels and trigger guns

Hoses for Karcher K series machines. The Click Bayonet K series hose comes in lengths from 6m to 20m, alongside a Click to M22 female version, a Click male to female extension for lengthening the original hose, and a 10m steel wire braided rubber heavy duty hose. The EASY!Lock 5/16in hose is braided and rated to 250 bar.

Professional hoses. The 1/4in hose with 3/8in quick releases is rated to 220 bar and 60°C, and the heavier 5/16in hose to 250 bar and 100°C. M22 female at both ends comes in 1/4in, from 8m to 30m, and 5/16in; there is also a steel braided TEMA quick release 5/16in hose.

Hose reels. The 20m retractable reel mounts on a wall or floor, with a 1.3m hose tail and a 400 bar, 150°C rating. Fixed base reels with a hand crank and lock take 30m (100ft) or 60m (200ft) of hose at up to 275 bar, and the 30m reel on a steel base frame winds by side handle.

Trigger guns. The heavy duty industrial gun is rated to 275 bar and 60°C with a 500mm lance, 1.07m overall, and the twin lance version has a twin outlet lance with a high-low pressure switch. The gun with a 5in lance is for close work at up to 30 litres a minute, and the cyan trigger gun with four fan jet nozzles is rated at 350 bar and 25 litres a minute.

Shop more hoses and hose reels and stubby trigger guns.

Gorilla Power GP4 pressure washer rinsing a white Ford Focus on a wet block paved driveway

Equip2clean machines, chemicals and start-up packages

Pressure washer. The Gorilla Power GP4 is a compact electric washer giving up to 140 bar and 7 litres a minute from an 1800W motor, with an auto stop pump, an integrated hose reel, a 5m hose and standard M22 fittings.

Detailing start-up packages. Three ready-made setups help a new mobile valeting or detailing business get going. Bronze is the entry-level kit for exterior washing, interior extraction and finishing. Silver adds the core machines for pressure washing, extraction, steam cleaning and spot-free rinsing. Gold adds portable power from a Gorilla Power 3800W inverter generator, more DI water capacity, 25L bulk chemicals and pro accessories, with a choice of the Kiam DTLR 2 Pro (160 bar, 10 litres a minute) or DTLR 2 Lite (150 bar, 8.45 litres a minute); see more from DTLR by Kiam.

Chemicals. P10 Traffic Film Remover is a 25L non-caustic TFR for use through a pressure washer. For carpets and upholstery there is a low foaming spotting solution in 5L or a 4 x 5L pack for hot or cold extraction machines, and a non-caustic detergent powder in 5kg and 10kg that Equip2clean lists for Kiam Aquarius, Numatic, Kärcher, Prochem and Rug Doctor machines.

Shop more pressure washers, fabric shampoos and the Aquaspray range.

  • Product AdviceAsk for help choosing compatible products and equipment.
  • Trade MembershipTrade Members get 10% off every product except sale items and gift cards.
  • Shop in StoreBrowse products and speak to the team in Ilkeston.

Best Paired With

Customer Reviews

No reviews yet. Tell other drivers what you think of it.

HQ Rewards members who bought it earn 10 points for an approved review, 20 with a photo or video, whatever the rating. Review policy

    Write a Review

    Your rating

    NOT SURE THIS IS THE RIGHT ONE?

    Ask Before You Buy

    Tell us about the vehicle, surface, equipment or result you are working with. Advice is available before you buy, not only after something has gone wrong.

    Get Product Advice Visit the Ilkeston Store