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Chemical Guys Lightning Fast Stain Extractor for Fabric

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Chemical Guys Lightning Fast Stain Extractor for Fabric £12.99
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Lightning Fast is a super-powerful stain extractor that penetrates deep, dissolves tough stains, then emulsifies and lifts dirt and debris to the surface to restore fabric, upholstery, and carpet.

  • Two-in-one cleaner and stain extractor
  • Penetrates deep into tough stains
  • Lifts dirt and debris to surface
  • Requires minimal scrubbing
  • Gentle on fabric colour and texture
  • Concentrated, dilutable formula
  • Suitable for carpet and upholstery
  • Also useful around the home
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Full Description

Lightning Fast is a super-powerful stain extractor that penetrates deep, dissolves tough stains, then emulsifies and lifts dirt and debris to the surface to restore fabric, upholstery, and carpet.

Use This To:

  • Rapidly and thoroughly remove stains
  • Destroy foul odors at their source
  • Say goodbye to old stains for good
  • Clean without intense scrubbing
  • Save time, and your muscles

More in Spot & Stain Removers.

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Key features

  • 473ml Bottle
  • Stain Extractor
  • Concentrated Formula
  • Fabric Safe

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Expert Notes

Chemical Guys Lightning Fast Stain Extractor is a two-in-one cleaner built to tackle fabric stains without heavy scrubbing. The concentrated formula penetrates into carpet, upholstery and fabric, dissolving tough stains before lifting dirt and debris to the surface so they can be wiped or blotted away. Chemical Guys states it is gentle on fabric colour and texture, and that the concentrate can be diluted to suit different cleaning needs, from light refreshes to stubborn marks. Designed for car interiors, it also works on carpets and fabric around the home or office. It pairs well with clean microfibre towels for blotting and a dedicated interior brush for working product into textured fabric before it is lifted away.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Car carpets
  • Seat upholstery
  • Fabric floor mats
  • Boot liners
  • Home carpets
  • Office fabric

Caution: Test on a small hidden area first, as some dyes and delicate fabrics can be affected by cleaning products.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Fabric Stain Extractor
Brand
Chemical Guys
Size
473ml
Format
Concentrated Liquid Spray
Dilution
Diluted To Suit Cleaning Needs
Suitable For
Carpet, Upholstery And Fabric
Primary Use
Stain And Dirt Removal

How To Use

Application

  1. Test the product on a small hidden area first.
  2. Spray Lightning Fast directly onto the stain.
  3. Agitate gently to work the formula into the fabric.
  4. Blot or wipe away the lifted dirt and stain.
  5. Repeat on stubborn stains until the mark is gone.

Aftercare

  1. Allow the treated area to dry fully before use.
  2. Store the bottle upright away from direct sunlight and heat.
  3. Dilute the concentrate according to how tough the stain is.
  4. Keep fabric cleaning towels separate from wheel or paint towels.

Top Tip: Blot rather than rub a fresh stain, and always test on a small hidden area of fabric first.

Performance Benefits

  • Lifts dirt and debris
  • Dissolves deep-set stains
  • Requires minimal scrubbing
  • Preserves fabric colour and texture
  • Works on carpets and upholstery
  • Suitable for use around the home

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is Lightning Fast?

The Drivers HQ sells it in a 473ml spray bottle.

What does it clean?

Chemical Guys lists it for cleaning fabric, upholstery and carpet, including stains, grease, dirt and grime.

Do I need to scrub hard?

No, Chemical Guys states it requires minimal scrubbing thanks to its two-in-one cleaning and stain extraction formula.

Can it be diluted?

Yes, Chemical Guys states the concentrated formula can be diluted to suit different cleaning needs.

Will it affect the colour of my seats?

Chemical Guys states it is gentle on fabrics and preserves colour and texture, though a hidden-area test is still recommended.

Can I use it outside the car?

Yes, Chemical Guys states it also works inside the home or office.

What is it used on?

It is designed for fabric, upholstery and carpet, including car interiors.

Do you offer UK-wide delivery?

Yes, The Drivers HQ offers UK-wide delivery on Chemical Guys products.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Always test on a small hidden area first.
  2. Blot fresh stains rather than rubbing them in.
  3. Dilute the concentrate to suit the stain.
  4. Let the area dry fully before reuse.
  5. Use a dedicated towel for fabric, not paint.
  6. Store upright away from heat and sunlight.
  7. Repeat on stubborn stains rather than scrubbing hard.
  8. Order online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

Chemical Guys

Chemical Guys is a car care brand with its mailing address in Torrance, California, and it describes itself as more than a brand: "a lifestyle with a worldwide following". Its story says the company began by wiping the slate clean and starting fresh, and over the years grew into a huge library of detailing knowledge as well as a product range. That range runs from waxes to hybrid coatings, nano-polishes and ceramic sealants, alongside buffing pads, wash and interior care, air fresheners and odour eliminators.

The Drivers HQ stocks a Chemical Guys range led by machine polishing pads. There are Hex-Logic and Hex-Logic Quantum pads in medium cut, heavy cut and finishing grades, in 4 inch, 5.5 inch and 6.5 inch sizes, from the orange Hex-Logic Quantum Cutting Pad to the black Quantum Finishing Pad. Alongside the pads we carry the Honeydew Premium Air Freshener.

Chemical Guys suits anyone moving from hand polishing to machine polishing, as well as detailers who already use a machine and want pads matched to each stage. The brand designs its Quantum pads for dual action and high-speed rotary polishers, attached by hook and loop. A typical correction runs from a cutting pad with a compound, through a polishing pad with a finer polish, to a finishing pad for a glaze, wax or sealant.

Buy Chemical Guys from The Drivers HQ with UK-wide delivery by tracked Royal Mail, or call in at our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, where Click & Collect is free. Whether you are replacing a worn polishing pad or building a set of pads for a full correction, you can combine Chemical Guys products with the rest of your detailing and car care essentials in a single order.

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Driven by a Passion for Shine

Chemical Guys puts a passion for shine at the heart of its story. The brand says it is "Driven by adventure, a passion for shine, and a love for the road ahead", and it welcomes anyone who shares that passion to become part of its family. Its story describes the team as passion-filled car enthusiasts who work every day to make the things they love shine their brightest.

Teaching is a large part of that approach. Chemical Guys says it believes "everyone should be able to achieve a show car shine", and alongside professional level products it provides a vast library of detailing how to guides and courses. The brand calls itself a culture of thinkers and makers, and says detailing is a lifestyle it lives day in, day out, not just something it does.

In its own words, Chemical Guys never stops testing and improving, because it believes good is never good enough. It also says detailing should be fun, and that not a day goes by without its team smiling, laughing and enjoying the work. Whether you are washing your car or shopping for a new sealant, the brand wants you to have a smile on your face while you do it.

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Hex-Logic Pads and Odour Control

Chemical Guys says its Hex-Logic pads use "laser-cut hexagons to evenly spread product across flat or angled surfaces", with honeycomb-like grooves that hold product in the pad for smoother application and reduce friction during use. On the Quantum pads, a Precision Port vent hole in the centre disperses more heat, which the brand says means less wear and tear on both pad and machine. The Drivers HQ stocks both Hex-Logic and Hex-Logic Quantum pads across cutting, polishing and finishing grades.

Each colour is matched to a job. The brand describes the orange Quantum pad as a medium cutting pad that removes light to moderate defects such as swirls, scratches, oxidation and water spots, and the black Quantum Finishing Pad as a no-cut pad for spreading final sealants and wax coatings evenly on freshly polished paint. Our range includes 4 inch, 5.5 inch and 6.5 inch pads to suit different machines and backing plates.

For the interior, Chemical Guys says the formula in its odour eliminating sprays uses active enzymes that neutralise the germs and bacteria causing odours, then leaves behind only the fresh scent of the product. Our wider selection of odour and smoke eliminators and hanging air fresheners can help you tackle stubborn smells such as smoke and keep the cabin smelling fresh.

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