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]]>If the stain is something solid, remove it from the fabric using a knife as soon as you spot it. For a liquid, you want to dab with absorbent paper. Avoid spot-cleaning with hot or warm water as this can actually set the stain!
It is tempting to go in aggressively and try to drown the stain, but small applications of water actually work best. Repeat as much as necessary. For any stain that is protein-based, like blood or milk, sponge off with cold water.
Although sponging is the way to go for protein stains, avoid this method for anything oil-based as it will cause the stain to set. Rather apply methylated spirits and blot with paper towels. You can then wash the fabric with washing-up liquid.
Salt has famously been used for years to draw out a red wine stain, but it turns out that’s a myth. Flush the area with sparkling or soda water and then use a product specially designed to remove red wine stains.
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]]>If the stain is something solid, remove it from the fabric using a knife as soon as you spot it. For a liquid, you want to dab with absorbent paper. Avoid spot-cleaning with hot or warm water as this can actually set the stain!
It is tempting to go in aggressively and try to drown the stain, but small applications of water actually work best. Repeat as much as necessary. For any stain that is protein-based, like blood or milk, sponge off with cold water.
Although sponging is the way to go for protein stains, avoid this method for anything oil-based as it will cause the stain to set. Rather apply methylated spirits and blot with paper towels. You can then wash the fabric with washing-up liquid.
Salt has famously been used for years to draw out a red wine stain, but it turns out that’s a myth. Flush the area with sparkling or soda water and then use a product specially designed to remove red wine stains.
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