Who would want to see stains on their clothes? No one of course! But there are instances when you have done everything you know about and still, the stain won’t come out and you want to give up. This should not be the case. In every type of stain, there is a corresponding solution. You just need to learn how.
The first thing you need to do is to know where did you get the stain. This is important, so you will know what to use and what not to apply. Keep in mind, the process of removing stain due to motor oil will not work on stains caused by banana sap. You need to be very careful about removing the stain so as not to damage the fabric.
To help you solve your stain problems here are some tips and tricks to get rid of those difficult stains:
Dye Stains
One of the most common types of stains is the dye stains. Dye stains are naturally occurring vegetable dyes present in many acidic foods and plants. The first thing you need to do is to run it under cold water right away when it happens. Then wash it in the hottest setting for the fabric. It is the easiest kind of stain to wash off but once it sets in, you will have a hard time removing it. In case you can’t remove the stain on your own, you can try the dry cleaner. The dye cleaning method will also work for tea, ink, and coffee stains.
Ice Cream and Stains Caused by Other Dairy Products
This sort of stain is known as protein stain since it is organic in nature. Soak and agitate the freshly stained fabric in cold water before washing it. If it has dried up, brush off or scrape any hardened matter. Soak it in cold water with an enzyme presoak or detergent. Wash it with warm water. If the stain is still there, soak it for another 30 minutes and rewash. If the colored stain remains, use a bleach safe for the fabric you are washing.
Combination Stains
These are stains from sauces, such as ketchup, barbecue sauce, and hot sauce. It also includes stains from makeup and crayons. Wash off any excess of the stain using cold water. Rub a detergent on the stained part. Then rinse out the detergent, apply a launder and stain stick.
Hard to Remove Mud Stains
Unlike other stains that you need to rinse in cold water right away, with mud stains you need to let them dry first. Then use a brush to remove the soil. Mix 1 quart of warm water, 1 tbsp. of white vinegar, and 1 tsp. of liquid dish detergent. Soak the stained fabric in it for 15 minutes. Rinse with water and allow it to stand for a few minutes. For hard to remove mud stain even after soaking, sponge it with rubbing alcohol, then wash it with clear water. Soaking the stained fabric for 30 minutes in an enzyme presoak with chlorine bleach may also work.
Final Thoughts
The next time your shirt or pants got stained, do not worry as there is a corresponding solution for every stain. You just need to know what kind of stain you are dealing with and apply the appropriate solution. The above tips and tricks will help you with your stain problems.
