The Ultimate Guide to Stain Removal
Our work clothes, favourite blouses and most comfortable jeans are going to get stained without fail. Red wine, sweat, lipstick, ketchup, grass and even detergent can always find a way to leave their annoying marks on our garments.
Don’t get frustrated and confused about which method to use to treat a specific stain. To help you out, we’ve collected all our stain removal content to create the ultimate guide on how to keep your clothes stain-free. These guides cover the recommended supplies and the best tips and techniques to remove common and stubborn stains.
Read on to learn how to eliminate most stains and keep this guide handy so you can tackle future stains instead of throwing away your favourite article of clothing.
Remember, most stains can be removed with the right knowledge.
Common Stain Removal Supplies
Keep these supplies on hand, so you’re ready for when a stain happens.
- Laundry detergent
- Dish soap
- Stain remover
- Scrub brush
How to Remove General Stains
These general tips can help remove many common stains or ensure they don’t set further.
- Follow the instructions. Always check a garment’s care label for instructions and requirements on washing and drying. Confirm if the garment should be washed in cold, warm or hot water before treating the stain. If an item is dry clean only, take it to a dry cleaner immediately.
- Tackle a stain right away. Most stains can be removed if you act quickly. Flush out a stain right away by running it under cold water.
- Spot test. Before treating, choose a small and hidden area of a garment and perform a spot test to confirm that none of the agents you plan to use will discolour or ruin the fabric.
- Never mix products. Do not mix detergents or stain removal products, thinking that it will generate maximum cleaning power to remove a stain. They will not.
- Wash after treatment. Thoroughly wash an item after it’s been treated for a stain.
- Inspect while the item is still wet. Always check to see if a stain has been removed before drying the item.
- Keep a stain remover on hand. Most heavy-duty laundry detergents or dish soaps can remove common stains effectively, but it’s a good idea to have a stain remover readily available for more stubborn ones.
- Treat tough stains differently. For most tough stains, rinse the article of clothing in warm water. For most regular stains, simply toss it in your washing machine and run a cold water cycle.
Stain Removal Guides
Review our stain removal guides to find the help you need to remove a specific stain from a garment.
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How to Remove Detergent Stains From Clothes Don’t let liquid or powder detergent stains ruin your favourite outfit. Learn how to remove detergent stains from clothes with our simple, easy-to-follow guide. -
Guide to remove lint from clothing Use these tips to remove lint or prevent it from clinging to your clothing. Read this helpful guide from Whirlpool and then shop for washers & dryers. -
Sweat Stains: 5 Steps to Remove Them From Shirts When sweat stains appear, don’t throw clothes out, get the stain out instead. Our guide can help you get started in five simple steps. -
How to Remove Wax from Clothing | A 5-Step Guide If you're wondering how to remove wax stains from clothing, our step-by-step guide has you covered. -
Guide to Removing Lipstick From Clothes Getting rid of lipstick from fabric can be a difficult task due to oils, pigments, and chemicals. Here are some tips on how to do it. -
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