Getting rid of stains on clothes
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When we do a wound, we suffer a minor accident and we injure ourselves or bleed through the nose, it is very probable that some of our clothes end up stained by some blood. And before such a situation, the ideal would be to act as soon as possible so that eliminating that stain does not become a complex...
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One of the toughest stains to remove from clothing is hair dye. This pigment normally becomes ingrained in fabrics so it's important you act fast if you want to get rid of the stain completely. If you're unsure of how to get rid of this bothersome stain, read on! Here at oneHOWTO, we'll explain how to...
The easiest way to remove remove coconut oil stains from sheets is by applying baking soda onto the stain, scrubbing it with a toothbrush and then soaking the bed sheet in hot water and dishwasher soap. However, there are some exceptions, tips and information you need to know before you attempt to remove...
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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...
Due to their intense color and pigments, red wine stains can be quite difficult to get rid of for good, particularly if they have had time to adhere to the fabric and are already dry. It's important to act quickly, but also to know what are the best products to get rid of these stains and leave your clothes,...
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We've all been there, out and about, meeting a friend for coffee and you have that one clumsy moment where coffee slops out the cup and on to your favorite shirt. It's a pain, not just because coffee stains are stubborn, but because who wants to walk round with a brown smudge down their front all day....
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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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Of all the items that we wear on a daily basis it is perhaps shoes which are the most difficult to keep clean. Leather shoes foe example, are some of the most expensive and hardest to take care of. If you happen to get oils stains on your leather shoes they can be difficult to remove and it’s normal that...
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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...
Wear a smile and you will look beautiful. Add a dash of makeup and you will look exotic. Every girl knows the importance of makeup as much as clothes. One of the wonderful makeup tools is liquid foundation which will enhance your beauty by hiding your flaws. But when this liquid foundation leaves stains...
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Removing a permanent marker stain can seem impossible. Washing your clothes in the washing machine alone will not remove this tough stain, so you need to take special care to get rid of it. Not all remedies will work for every garment. More delicate items will be damaged with methods requiring scrubbing,...
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Discovering that our favourite garment are stained is a fairly common situation, and it is clear you do not want to throw away that shirt or pair of trousers that fit you best, so it is important to know how to resolve this domestic problem, and know that each stain must be treated differently. No more...
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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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Stains caused by pen ink happen very often and at the same time, are hard to remove. The shirts of executives, students and teachers are their favourite victims, although no one is safe from these pesky pen stains. If you have a garment stained with pen ink in your wardrobe that you haven't been able 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...
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