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Bestop Fabric Cleaning Methods The fabrics used by Bestop, Inc.are designed to withstand the normal
effects of sun, heat, acid rain, and soiling.
Bestop Suggests Mild Detergent for typical cleanings.For specific stains, Bestop’s fabric suppliers
recommend using the cleaning procedures listed below.
| Stain | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Betadine (antiseptic) |
Fantastik™ ² |
Warm soapy water ¹ |
- |
| Chewing Gum Remove excess |
Warm soapy water ¹ |
Fantastik™² |
- |
| Coffee, Tea, Chocolate |
Fantastik™ ² |
- |
- |
| Crayon Remove excess |
Fantastik™ ² |
- |
- |
| Eyeshadow |
Fantastik™ ² |
- |
- |
| Grease Remove excess ° |
Fantastik™ ² |
Mfr.’s cleanup instr. ¬ | - |
| Ink, Ballpoint* |
Warm soapy water ¹ |
Fantastik™ ² |
Mfr.’s cleanup instr. ¬ |
| Ink, Permanent Marker* |
Fantastik™ ² |
Diluted ammonia ³ |
Mfr.’s cleanup instr. ¬ |
| Ketchup |
Warm soapy water ¹ |
Fantastik™ ² |
- |
| Lipstick |
Warm soapy water ¹ |
Fantastik™ ² |
- |
| Mildew |
Diluted ammonia ³ |
Warm soapy water ¹ |
Fantastik™ ² |
| Motor Oil |
Fantastik™ ² |
- |
- |
| Mustard |
Warm soapy water ¹ |
Fantastik™² |
Diluted ammonia ³ |
| Paint, Latex |
Warm soapy water ¹ |
Fantastik™ ² |
Mfr.’s cleanup instr. ¬ |
| Paint, Oil Base (Dried) |
Remove excess ° |
Warm soapy water ¹ |
Fantastik™ ² |
| Paint, Oil Base (Fresh) |
Remove excess ° |
Fantastik™ ² |
Mfr.’s cleanup instr. ¬ |
| Paint, Spray Can |
Fantastik™ ² |
Mfr.’s cleanup instr. ¬ |
- |
| Shoe Polish* |
Remove excess ° |
Fantastik™² |
Mfr.’s cleanup instr. ¬ |
| Soil |
Warm soapy water ¹ |
Fantastik™ ² |
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| Suntan Lotion* |
Warm soapy water ¹ |
Fantastik™² |
Mfr.’s cleanup instr. ¬ |
| Tar/Asphalt- Remove excess° |
Warm soapy water ¹ |
Fantastik™ ² |
- |
| Wet Leaves* |
Diluted ammonia ³ |
Warm soapy water ¹ |
Fantastik™ ²
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* These items contain dyes that stain permanently.
Note 1: Use a medium-soft brush and Warm soapy water ¹, rinse with clean water and dry.
Note 2: Fantastik™ spray cleaner, rinse with clean water and dry.
Note 3: One (1) tablespoon of ammonia to one (1) quart of water, rinse with clean water and dry.
Note °: Wipe or scrape off excess (chill gum with ice).
Note ¬: Follow the staining-agent manufacturer’s cleaning instructions.
ALL CLEANING METHODS SHOULD BE FOLLOWED BY A CLEAN WATER RINSE AND DRYING.
Disclaimer: Cleaners not endorsed by Bestop’s fabric suppliers or not listed in the table above are not recommended.
Dry cleaning fluids and industrial solvents will damage the fabric and are not recommended. Automotive waxes and
cleaners should be tested on a small area first because they can permanently damage the fabric’s protective coatings.
Signs of damage include (but are not limited to) tacky fabric surfaces, color blending, and general discoloration.
Please Note: These Guidelines are for the Fabric portion only, Not for Window Cleaning. Cleaning Products should not come in contact with vinyl windows.
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