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<p><a title="Laundry" href="https://www.trailappliances.com/washers-dryers/washers"><img style="float: right;" src="https://www.trailappliances.com/media/wysiwyg/blog/stained_clothes.jpeg" alt="Laundry" width="300" height="300"></a></p> <p>Stains are an unfortunate part of everyday life, and they tend to happen with much more frequency than anyone would like. Some stains can be notoriously hard to get out (we’re looking at you, red wine); however, these tips will help you tackle the toughest stains with ease.<!--more--></p> <h2>Tips for Removing Tough Stains</h2> <p>The following steps will help you remove almost every type of stain before it sets:</p> <ul> <li>Dab the stain gently to lift any excess fluid or debris</li> <li>If you have water (soda water is best), gently dab it onto the stain to stop it from setting</li> <li>Find the appropriate solvent to lift the stain (vinegar/salt/baking soda/rubbing alcohol/laundry soap)</li> <li>Apply the solvent and let soak</li> <li>Wash as usual</li> </ul> <p>Removing tough stains is all about knowing what type of stain you have; read on for tips on how to differentiate between stains for easy removal.</p> <h3>Protein-Based Stains</h3> <p>These types of stains come from animal and human fluids, which can include meat juices, blood, dairy products, or eggs. First thing you want to remember is to stay away from hot water or acid liquids such as vinegar, alcohol, ammonia or acetone.</p> <ol> <li>Rinse the garment in freezing water with a little salt to help break down the stain</li> <li>Let it soak for a few hours before throwing the garment in your washing machine like normal, unless you still see a stain</li> <li>If necessary, pour a 50/50 blend of 3 percent hydrogen peroxide and natural soap over the stain</li> <li>Use a toothbrush to scrub and remove the stain; then wash as usual</li> </ol> <h3>Oil Stains</h3> <p>These are the worst types of stains, but there are a few solutions.</p> <ol> <li>To start, place the garment in a large bucket</li> <li>Sprinkle baking soda over it, and pour a little vinegar into the bucket</li> <li>Then, pour in boiling water and let the item soak until the water cools a bit</li> <li>The stain should weaken by this point; you can then use a toothbrush and natural soap to scrub the stain</li> <li>Wash as you normally would</li> </ol> <p>Let the garment soak in pure rubbing alcohol for 30 minutes if the stain is still there after performing the steps above. Rinse thoroughly and then wash your clothes as you normally would.</p> <h3>Red Wine</h3> <ol> <li>Dab at the stain with a clean, damp cloth to lift off excess liquid</li> <li>Slide a bowl under the fabric and spread the stain taut over the sides of the bowl, secure with an elastic band. Ensure you only have the layer of fabric that the stain is on, not the layer beneath it as you don’t want the stain to seep through</li> <li>Coat the stain completely with salt (table or sea salt) and let it sit for 30min</li> <li>Carefully pour boiling water onto the stain from at least 8 inches above the bowl (this provides enough force to flush out the stain)</li> <li>Wash as usual</li> </ol> <p><a title="Laundry" href="https://www.trailappliances.com/washers-dryers"><img style="float: right;" src="https://www.trailappliances.com/media/wysiwyg/blog/dirty_clothes.jpg" alt="Laundry" width="200" height="200"></a></p> <h3>Other Stains</h3> <p>Stains caused by fruit or sweat will require a little vinegar. </p> <ol> <li>Add a few tablespoons of vinegar to a bucket of water, and soak the stained garment</li> <li>Let it soak anywhere from 1 hour to a full day before washing as usual.</li> </ol> <p>Those dealing with yellow sweat stains will need to make a vinegar and baking soda paste to dab on the stains. Let the paste sit on the stain for 30 minutes before washing your garment.</p> <p>Don’t let stains be the bane of your existence. Sometimes, it just requires a bit of elbow grease and patience to bring your garments back to life!</p> <p>For expert advice on <a title="washers" href="https://www.trailappliances.com/washers-dryers/washers">washers</a> with stain treatment options, stop by any of our <a title="showrooms" href="https://www.trailappliances.com/store-locator/">showrooms</a> to speak to one of our Product Experts.</p>
Stains are an unfortunate part of everyday life, and they tend to happen with much more frequency than anyone would like. Some stains can be notoriously hard to get out (we’re looking at you, red wine); however, these tips will help you tackle the toughest stains with ease.
Tips for Removing Tough Stains
The following steps will help you remove almost every type of stain before it sets:
Dab the stain gently to lift any excess fluid or debris
If you have water (soda water is best), gently dab it onto the stain to stop it from setting
Find the appropriate solvent to lift the stain (vinegar/salt/baking soda/rubbing alcohol/laundry soap)
Apply the solvent and let soak
Wash as usual
Removing tough stains is all about knowing what type of stain you have; read on for tips on how to differentiate between stains for easy removal.
<p><a title="Laundry" href="https://www.trailappliances.com/washers-dryers/washers"><img style="float: right;" src="https://www.trailappliances.com/media/wysiwyg/blog/stained_clothes.jpeg" alt="Laundry" width="300" height="300"></a></p>
Protein-Based Stains
These types of stains come from animal and human fluids, which can include meat juices, blood, dairy products, or eggs. First thing you want to remember is to stay away from hot water or acid liquids such as vinegar, alcohol, ammonia or acetone.
Rinse the garment in freezing water with a little salt to help break down the stain
Let it soak for a few hours before throwing the garment in your washing machine like normal, unless you still see a stain
If necessary, pour a 50/50 blend of 3 percent hydrogen peroxide and natural soap over the stain
Use a toothbrush to scrub and remove the stain; then wash as usual
Oil Stains
These are the worst types of stains, but there are a few solutions.
To start, place the garment in a large bucket
Sprinkle baking soda over it, and pour a little vinegar into the bucket
Then, pour in boiling water and let the item soak until the water cools a bit
The stain should weaken by this point; you can then use a toothbrush and natural soap to scrub the stain
Wash as you normally would
Let the garment soak in pure rubbing alcohol for 30 minutes if the stain is still there after performing the steps above. Rinse thoroughly and then wash your clothes as you normally would.
Red Wine
Dab at the stain with a clean, damp cloth to lift off excess liquid
Slide a bowl under the fabric and spread the stain taut over the sides of the bowl, secure with an elastic band. Ensure you only have the layer of fabric that the stain is on, not the layer beneath it as you don’t want the stain to seep through
Coat the stain completely with salt (table or sea salt) and let it sit for 30min
Carefully pour boiling water onto the stain from at least 8 inches above the bowl (this provides enough force to flush out the stain)
Wash as usual
Other Stains
Stains caused by fruit or sweat will require a little vinegar.
Add a few tablespoons of vinegar to a bucket of water, and soak the stained garment
Let it soak anywhere from 1 hour to a full day before washing as usual.
Those dealing with yellow sweat stains will need to make a vinegar and baking soda paste to dab on the stains. Let the paste sit on the stain for 30 minutes before washing your garment.
Don’t let stains be the bane of your existence. Sometimes, it just requires a bit of elbow grease and patience to bring your garments back to life!
For expert advice on washers with stain treatment options, stop by any of our showrooms to speak to one of our Product Experts.
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