Spilled wine? Spilled coffee? Bacon oil dripping on clothes? Ketchup on your clothes?
Isn't it annoying when you accidentally spill some food on white or light-coloured clothes and the resulting stain doesn't go away?
Here are some simple and effective DIY methods to help you remove stubborn food stains.
1.ย Ketchup stains
To clean ketchup stains from clothing, scrape off any solid residue and blot the wet sauce with a cloth. Soak the stain in cold water for five minutes, then apply liquid detergent. Scrub lightly with a spare toothbrush and any brush you have and laundry detergent. After scrubbing, use hot water to wash the garment, then air-dry.
2. Wine stain
Alcohol stains can be one of the biggest nightmares, and for shirts or sheets, dab excess alcohol with a clean cloth. Then, cover the stain in white vinegar, which neutralizes purple and red pigments. Immediately after applying the vinegar, rub in liquid detergent, then launder in hot water. The stain should lift.
3. Sauce stain
To clean sauce stains out of clothes, scrape away any solid remains and blot wet sauce with a cloth. Mix two cups of cool water with a tablespoon of liquid dishwashing detergent. Dip a sponge into the solution, and gently dab at the stain with it. Rinse with a clean sponge and cold water. Repeat until the stain is gone.
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4. Curry stain
To remove curry stains on clothing, scrape away any solid remains and blot wet sauce with a cloth. Mix one tablespoon of liquid dish soap with one tablespoon of white vinegar and about half a litre of cold water, then apply the solution to the stain with a clean cloth. gently rub it into the stain and use a sponge to soak up the excess liquid, if there is any. Repeat the process until the stain disappears.
After that rinse the clothes with warm water.
5. Coffee stain
Wet the stained area, and apply a few drops of laundry detergent while gently rubbing the stain with your fingers. Let the solution sit for five minutes, then rinse. Or you can try mixing white vinegar, liquid detergent, and water.ย
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