Stains
Most stains can be easily removed from clothing with products already in the cupboard such as bleach, Vaseline, ammonia, vinegar and detergent. You don't always have to rush to the store to buy expensive specialty products. Check out these tips to remove the stains quickly and easily yourself.
Fabric Stains
* Blot the stains as soon as it happens.
* Always pretest the stain removal product on a hidden area first.
* Work on the back of the stain to the front.
* Treat all the stains as soon as they happen. Fresh stains come out easier.
* Be gentle. Avoid rubbing which will damage the clothing fibers.
* Always use cold or warm water. Hot water will usually set a stain
* Do not dry the clothing in the dryer until you are certain the stain is completely removed.
* Silk, spandex and wool should never be bleached.
* Always check the clothing manufactures instructions and follow their directions for stain removal.
* Do not iron the stained clothing until you are certain the stain is gone. Heat will set the stain.
* Air dry the stained clothing until you are certain the stain is gone. Do not put it in the clothes dryer.
* Follow the stain removal process until the stain is completely removed. Wash the garment according to the manufacturers instructions.
* Wash items thoroughly after treating stains to remove stain remover residue.
