Getting rid of stains on clothes
Discover expert techniques to remove stubborn stains on clothes efficiently. Tackle every tough spot with evidence-backed methods for fabric care success.
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Love your coconut oil routine? But hate the greasy stains it leaves on your sheets? You're not alone! Coconut oil, while amazing for skin and hair, can be a nightmare for laundry. Especially on delicate fabrics or dark colors, removing coconut oil stains feels like a battle. But fear not! With the right...
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It has happened to many of us: we've been painting our nails and we've accidentally touched our clothes, and thus staining them with nail polish. Maybe we've accidentally spilled the nail polish container and stained our trousers, which have now got a horrible stain. But fear not, although the stain may look...
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Vomit stains on clothing are very common, especially when we have a baby at home, when someone is ill or when we have eaten food that was old or contaminated. Whatever the reason, this can often leave some of our clothes stained and with the associated unpleasant smell, both of which might be hard to...
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Discovering that your jeans have new oil stains is more common than we would like it to be, and oil stains on clothing are the most common kind. Before throwing them away, we usually try to get rid of these spots with practically every product we have lying around the house in hopes for a miracle. But rarely...
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Don't let an oil stain ruin your favorite leather shoes. Leather footwear adds a touch of sophistication, but keeping it clean can feel like a challenge. Oil stains can be particularly tricky, and harsh cleaning products might seem like a gamble. Thankfully, there's a better way. There is an effective...
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Plasticine is enjoyed by children all over the world and can provide hours of fun whilst also stimulating creativity. As entertaining as it can be for the little ones, those who take care of the washing might beg to differ. It sticks to clothes like glue and can be close to impossible to remove. Have...
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If you were applying lipstick and it broke or fell and stained your clothes, or if somebody has left a lipstick stain on your shirt, you'll no doubt be interested in knowing how to eliminate these stains without damaging your clothes. Although at first it might seem impossible, the truth is that you...
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Baking soda has many uses in the home and one of the most effective is that it is a good stain remover. It is also much more cost effective than detergent and you can combine it with detergent for even better results. On the other hand, if you are allergic to detergents, bicarbonate of soda is an equally...
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Wax stains on clothes are amongst the most annoying and difficult to remove due to its versatility and easy penetration between fabrics. The same applies to wax used for body hair removal. It has happened to many of us where we have accidentally stained our shirt or trousers with hair removal wax. To...
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Removing grease stains from clothes is very hard because of their high resistance. Usually it takes a lot of work, much more so if the stains have dried and penetrated the textile, regardless of the type. However, this does not mean we cannot get rid of them and enjoy our clothes looking as good as new....
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The appearance of mildew stains in your clothes can be the result of several factors, including moisture in your wardrobe or on your bedroom walls. Cotton and other organic materials are particularly perfect breeding grounds for mould or mildew. So, we must take special care with this type of clothing...
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We all hate deodorant stains that stain our clothes and leave them looking dirty and old. Deodorants are more aggressive than they appear because they contain substances that adhere to fabric and remain despite washing. So if you want to overcome this problem and keep your clothes in perfect condition, follow...
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Iron oxide stains are among the hardest stains to tackle and eliminate from clothing. Normally these stains occur when a damp or wet item comes into contact with a piece of metal.
The metal residues penetrate the fabric so deeply that, in many cases, they are nearly impossible to remove. In this OneHowTo...
Oil stains are not only one of the most common stains we get on our clothes, they're also one of the most persistent. Although they're difficult to completely remove from clothes, it's not impossible. Most often the oil stains will come from food; a greasy fry, some bacon or even salad dressing. You can...