Fabric & Upholstery Stain Cleaner
Solvent-based spot cleaners for carpets and sofas.
64Low burden · out of 100
Cleaner swapWater-based cleaners or a DIY vinegar solution
How this score is built
- 100Start
- 81.6Chemical hazard 4 × 4.6−18.4
- 71.4Everyday exposure 3 × 3.4−10.2
- 64Persistence 3 × 2.6−7.8, then rounded to 64
- LowThe band64 sits in 60–79.
What each input rests on
| Input | Rating | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical hazard | 4/10 | unsourced input |
| Everyday exposure | 3/10 | unsourced input |
| Persistence | 3/10 | unsourced input |
Ratings are editorial. A study listed here supports the rating; it did not compute it. How the index is built
What this means for you
Many spot cleaners rely on volatile solvents and sometimes fluorinated repellents that linger in soft furnishings. Water-based options cut the residual off-gassing.
Evidence strength: moderate
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