. Coffee and Tea Stains
- What to Do: Blot the stain with a clean cloth to absorb as much liquid as possible.
- How to Remove: Mix a solution of one teaspoon of white vinegar with one teaspoon of dish soap, and one cup of warm water. Dab the solution onto the stain with a sponge and rinse thoroughly. Launder as usual.
2. Red Wine Stains
- What to Do: Immediately sprinkle salt or baking soda on the stain to absorb the wine.
- How to Remove: Rinse with cold water, then apply a mixture of hydrogen peroxide and dish soap (1:1 ratio). Let it sit for 5-10 minutes before washing.
3. Oil and Grease Stains
- What to Do: Sprinkle cornstarch or baking soda over the stain and let it sit for 15 minutes to absorb the grease.
- How to Remove: Gently brush off the powder, then pre-treat with a degreasing dish soap. Wash in hot water (if the fabric allows) to break down the grease.
4. Ink Stains
- What to Do: Dab rubbing alcohol on the stain using a cotton ball or sponge. Avoid spreading the ink further.
- How to Remove: Let the alcohol sit for 5 minutes, then rinse with cold water. Launder immediately.
5. Blood Stains
- What to Do: Rinse the stain with cold water as soon as possible.
- How to Remove: Create a paste with baking soda and water. Apply it to the stain and let it sit for 30 minutes before rinsing. For dried blood, use hydrogen peroxide as a pre-treatment.
6. Grass Stains
- What to Do: Mix equal parts vinegar and water, and apply it to the stain with a sponge.
- How to Remove: Pre-treat with an enzyme-based stain remover before laundering. Scrubby's high-efficiency washers can tackle deep grass stains with ease.
7. Chocolate Stains
- What to Do: Scrape off any excess chocolate with a butter knife.
- How to Remove: Rinse the stain with cold water from the back of the fabric, then apply a liquid laundry detergent directly to the stain. Let it sit for 10 minutes before washing.
8. Makeup Stains
- What to Do: Blot the stain with a damp cloth to remove excess product.
- How to Remove: Use a makeup remover wipe to lift the stain. Pre-treat with a mixture of dish soap and water before washing.
9. Tomato Sauce Stains
- What to Do: Scrape off any excess sauce and rinse with cold water.
- How to Remove: Apply a mixture of dish soap and hydrogen peroxide to the stain. Let it sit for 15 minutes, then launder in warm water.
10. Sweat Stains
- What to Do: Mix baking soda with water to form a paste. Apply it to the stain and let it sit for 30 minutes.
- How to Remove: Rinse thoroughly, then wash in warm water with a scoop of oxygen bleach.
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Don’t let stains ruin your favorite clothes. With these tips, you’ll be able to tackle almost any laundry mishap like a pro!
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