Guide · Checked 18 October 2026
Shark carpet cleaner solution: which fluid does your Shark need?
Match the bottle to your model code. Shark's two-tank machines need two different formulas.
The right Shark carpet cleaner solution depends on your machine. The CarpetXpert EX150UK and EX200UK use Shark's CarpetXpert Deep Clean Pro formula. The StainStriker PX200UK mixes two formulas, so buy the bundle with both. The StainForce takes Shark's dual-formula cartridge. Using Shark's own carpet cleaner fluid keeps you within the guarantee and avoids foaming. These were the best-selling refills on Amazon UK on 18 October 2026.
We have not tested these products. This guide is based on the manufacturers' Amazon UK listings and buyer demand, checked on 18 October 2026. We do not show prices because they change constantly. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. How we choose.
Which Shark carpet cleaner solution fits my machine?
- Shark CarpetXpert EX150UK or EX200UK: CarpetXpert Deep Clean Pro formula (1.42L refill). The EX200UK can also use the StainStriker Oxy Multiplier for stains.
- Shark StainStriker PX200UK or PX200UKT: the StainStriker bundle with 473ml CarpetXpert Deep Clean Pro and 946ml Oxy Multiplier, which mix as you clean.
- Shark StainForce: the StainForce dual-formula refill cartridge.
- Find your model code on the label on the machine's base or back.
Can you use other carpet cleaner fluid in a Shark?
- Shark says to use its own formulas. Other brands' shampoos can foam too much, leave residue or damage parts, and may affect the guarantee.
- Third-party solutions labelled "for Shark" exist on Amazon. They are not made by Shark; check reviews and the guarantee terms before using one.
- Never add bleach, washing-up liquid or laundry detergent to a carpet cleaner tank.
Shark carpet cleaner solutions compared
| Refill | For | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Shark CarpetXpert Deep Clean Pro Formula | EX150UK, EX200UK | 1.42L |
| Shark StainStriker Cleaning Solution Bundle | PX200UK, PX200UKT | 473ml Deep Clean Pro + 946ml Oxy Multiplier |
| Shark StainStriker Oxy Multiplier Formula | EX200UK (stain tank) | 946ml |
| Shark StainStriker Formula Bundle (Pet) | StainStriker range | 946ml Oxy Multiplier + 473ml Deep Clean Pet |
| Shark StainForce Dual-Formula Cartridge | Shark StainForce | 2 x 500ml |
Compatibility from Shark's Amazon UK listings on 18 October 2026.
Shark carpet cleaner solution: what to buy
For the CarpetXpert EX150UK and EX200UK
Shark CarpetXpert Deep Clean Pro Formula 1.42L
The official refill for the CarpetXpert range, for ground-in dirt and grime. It was the best-selling Shark carpet cleaner fluid on Amazon UK when we checked, at over three thousand a month.
Read our full guide to the Shark EX150UK →
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For the StainStriker PX200UK
Shark StainStriker Cleaning Solution Bundle
473ml of CarpetXpert Deep Clean Pro and 946ml of StainStriker Oxy Multiplier, which mix and activate as you clean, in the right quantities for the StainStriker's two tanks.
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Stain formula refill
Shark StainStriker Oxy Multiplier Formula 946ml
The stain and spot formula on its own, listed for the EX200UK.
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For pet stains
Shark StainStriker Formula Bundle with Deep Clean Pet
946ml of Oxy Multiplier with 473ml of Shark's Deep Clean Pet extractor solution for pet stains and odours.
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For the StainForce
Shark StainForce Dual-Formula Refill Cartridge
Two 500ml formulas in a cartridge that mix on contact. Shark says it handles pet stains, marker, coffee, wine and oil.
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Carpet powder (no machine)
Vanish Gold Oxi Action Carpet Powder 650g
Sprinkle, leave and vacuum up. Not for use in a carpet cleaner machine, but handy for a quick freshen between deep cleans.
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Carpet powder or a carpet cleaner?
Powders like Vanish Oxi Action are sprinkled on, left and vacuumed up. They freshen and lift light dirt. A carpet cleaner machine washes the fibres and pulls the dirty water out, which shifts far more.
Use the right amount of solution. More is not better: too much leaves a sticky residue that attracts dirt.
Questions people ask
What solution do I use in my Shark carpet cleaner?
Shark's own formula for your model: CarpetXpert Deep Clean Pro for the EX150UK and EX200UK, the StainStriker bundle for the PX200UK, and the StainForce cartridge for the StainForce.
Can I use Vax solution in a Shark carpet cleaner?
Shark recommends its own formulas. Other brands may foam or leave residue and could affect the guarantee.
How much Shark carpet cleaner fluid do I use?
Follow the fill lines on the tank. The machines are designed to mix the formula with water at the right ratio.
Is there a Shark carpet cleaner fluid for pets?
Yes. Shark sells a Deep Clean Pet extractor solution, including in a bundle with the StainStriker Oxy Multiplier.
Does carpet cleaner powder work?
For freshening and light dirt, yes. For deep stains and ground-in dirt, a carpet cleaner machine with the right solution works much better.
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