Removing stains(part 1)
Coffee and Tea Stain
- Flush the back of the stain with cold water, then soak the garment in equal parts vinegar breaks down the dark tannins in these drinks.
- If the stain remains, dab with toothpaste. Its sodium bicarbonate neutralizes the pigmentation.
Softdrinks Stain
- Wet the stain area with cold water.
- In a spray bottle, mix 1tbsp. of clear household ammonia and 1 cup of water, then spray the stain with the mixture and blot with a paper towel.
- The alkaline solution dissolves the sugar in the soft drink, preventing it from caramelizing and darkening over time.
Lipstick Stain
- Most lipstick are oil-based lipstick stain can be treated by a pre-wash stain remover before washing the whole shirt.
- Don't rub the stain because the stain can go deeper, just blot the stain with a towel and rinse with warm water.
- If the stain is hard to remove, try applying a good liquid detergent to the stain (do not rub the cloth).
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