Introduction

Stains happen to everyone. The key to successful stain removal is acting quickly and using the right technique for each type of stain.

The Golden Rules of Stain Removal

• Act fast – Fresh stains are easier to remove
• Blot, don’t rub – Rubbing spreads the stain
• Work from outside in
• Test first – Test cleaning solution on hidden area
• Check before drying – Heat sets stains permanently

Coffee & Tea Stains

Fresh Stain:

1. Rinse immediately with cold water
2. Apply liquid dish soap directly
3. Gently rub the fabric together
4. Rinse and repeat if needed

Set-in Stain:

1. Soak in warm water, dish soap, and white vinegar
2. Let sit for 15 minutes
3. If stain remains, apply baking soda paste
4. Wash in hottest safe water

Red Wine Stains

1. Blot up as much wine as possible
2. Cover generously with salt
3. Let sit for 2-3 minutes
4. Brush off salt and rinse with cold water
5. Mix equal parts dish soap and hydrogen peroxide
6. Apply and let sit 20 minutes

Grass Stains

1. Pre-treat with white vinegar for 30 minutes
2. Apply baking soda paste
3. Scrub gently with toothbrush
4. Wash in warm water

Blood Stains

Important: Always use COLD water!

1. Rinse immediately under cold water
2. Apply hydrogen peroxide
3. Blot and repeat
4. Wash in cold water

Grease & Oil Stains

1. Absorb excess with paper towel or cornstarch
2. Apply dish soap directly
3. Let sit 5-10 minutes
4. Wash in hottest safe water