Dealing With Foot Odor From Work Boots?I would like to know if anyone out there has any advice to get rid of foot odor. My son has a problem with excessive sweat when wearing his steel-toed boots to work. I would apperciate any help on this matter. Thank You.
Removing an Ironed On Applique From a Shirt?I am trying to remove a professionally ironed on applique from a burgandy cotton shirt. Any suggestions?
Scuff Marks on Shoes?What is the best way to clean black scuff marks off red shoes? Shoe polish isn't working.
Leather Sandals Smell Bad?Last year I purchased a very expensive pair of BORN Sandals. They are entirely made of leather. By late summer, last year, and now this summer already, they have acquired a nasty smell under my feet. Is there anything I can do to get rid of this odor?
Cleaning Flip Flops?Has anyone has any tried washing flip flops in the washing machine? Did it work? Was it a tragedy? I am too lazy to wash them by hand and I've always wondered if the washing machine works?
Washing a Vinyl Handbag?I have a LeSportsac handbag. It is fabric on the outside and is lined in vinyl or some plastic. Anyway, I washed it and the vinyl became very sticky. Otherwise it looks great. Is there anything I can do to get rid of the stickiness or do I have to throw it out.
Wallet Went Through The Wash?I have a freestyle accessories wallet. I put a picture of myself in the transparent screen. I once put it in the washing machine with the picture. Now the picture is imprinted on the screen. How can i get it out?
Bleach Lightened Clothing?My daughter put a new navy jumper in a load of washing that had bleach in it now the jumper has faded and has a slight purple tinge to it. Can it be saved?
Musty Smell on a Fur Coat?I have a fox fur coat with a musty basement smell. How do I get rid of this smell?
Cleaning Wool Pants?I would like to try to clean 2 pairs of wool pants without taking them to the drycleaners or using the dry cleaning stuff you put in the dryer.
Washing Petite Sophisticate Suits?Washing Petite Sophisticate Suits Request. I have several suits that I would like to try to wash in the washing machine. They are all Petite Sophisticate Collectibles and the fabric is 71% acetate and 29% polyester. . .
Removing Creases From "No Wrinkle" Pants?How can I get the creases out of "no wrinkle" pants that were let out to make them larger?
Old Cotton Smell?Does anyone know how to get rid of that old cotton smell out of shirts? My clothes really smell like old cotton and it bothers me.
Smoke Smell on a Persian Lamb Coat?I bought a beautiful persian lamb coat with a mink collar from eBay and it arrived reeking of smoke. Any suggestions as to how to remove the smoke smell?
Cleaning No Wash and No Dry Clean Garments?How to clean a garment that says no wash and no dry clean?
How do you remove iron on numbers on t-shirts?How do you remove ironed on numbers on t-shirts (normally seen on the back of football t-shirts)?
Faded Converse Shoes?My red converse shoes have gotten color-faded. How can I fix this? Only the red part is color-faded.
Removing "Sew No More" Patches?In order to get out of sewing about 25 patches/badges on my daughters Jr Girl Scout Vest, I used something called "Sew No More" which was recommended to me by my aunt. I, of course, put them all in the wrong spots! I tore one of the patches off and there is now a shiney dried glue spot in the shape of the patch.
Cleaning Converse Chuck Taylor's?My white converse low-top tennis shoes are starting to look kinda dirty. I wondered if I could put them in the wash machine without harm.
Cleaning a Down Jacket?Cleaning a Down Jacket. I have a white down jacket that I only wore once and left in the closet. This year it has become yellowish, it is no longer white. Does anyone have any suggestion as to how to get it white again.
Musty Odor on a Mink Coat?I have a mink coat that I just got out of a storage company. It has a musty odor. I brought it back and they cleaned it and it still has the odor. Can you tell me what it may be?
Feces Smell on Shoes?My son stepped in feces at school and I cannot get the smell off the bottom of the shoe. These are brand new shoes wore only once and they are black.
Removing Cigarette Odor From Fur?How do I remove cigarette odor from a fur jacket?
Turpentine Smell on Clothing?I used Goo Gone cleaner on jeans to get rid of dried paint. I washed them with other clothes not thinking about it and now the whole load of laundry smells on turpentine.
Sweat Odor on Faux Fur?I bought a lovely vintage 60s faux leopard fur coat from eBay recently but when I received it I found it smelt strongly of stale sweat but was unable to send it back.
White Blouse Now Dingy Gray?White Blouse Now Dingy Gray.
Cleaning Viscose Fabric?What type of fabric is viscose? I bought pants at goodwill and I didn't notice that they were dry clean only pants until I got home. I don't do dry-cleaning!
Cleaning Leather Clothing?How do you clean leather? I have some older leather jackets and chaps that have mold on them. Is there any way to get them clean?
Cleaning a Trench Coat?What is the best (temporary) way to remove general grime and worked-in stains (especially food and road-salt stains) from a dry-clean only water-resistant trench coat?
Yellowed Wool Jacket?I have an off white lined jacket made of 86% wool and 14% nylon that has turned yellow, it is dry clean only. I was wondering if there is anything I can do to change the color as I can not wear it as it is.
Washing a Satin-Backed Crepe?Is it possible to wash satin-backed crepe in cold water with Surf? I recently found one of my bridesmaids' dresses - 32 years old! - in a wardrobe. The dress is in perfect condition, but I would like to have it clean as well.
White Dry Clean Only Coat?How to I clean a white coat that is dry clean only. The coat is 100% cotton with some satin trim, but the lining is 100% acetate. I have had it cleaned once and it came back yellow. I am interested in whitening it if possible.
Lint Balls on Fleece?I bought a fleece sweat suit and first time I washed it balled up and has lint all over it. I followed the washing instructions and that is what happened. I have used all kinds of lint brushes and nothing has worked. Any suggestions please to how I can get all the little lint balls off?
Cleaning an Alligator Bag?I have an alligator purse which has human skin oil on it, how can I clean it?
Stinky Tevas?Does anyone have a remedy for cleaning stinky Tevas? I have tried dishsoap and water but they just smell worse.
Removing Scuffs From Suede Shoes?Does anyone know how to get black scuff marks off of tan suede shoes?
Cleaning Jordan VI Shoes?How do you clean the jordan VI? I even tried suede cleaner but it just fades it out. How can I renew the suede? Can I dye it with suede dye?
Removing Iron on Transfer From Climacool?How do you remove an iron on transfer from climacool type material?
Preserving & Cleaning Old Reversible Silk Jacket?While cleaning out a closet, I found a jacket my grandmother gave my father at least 50 years ago.
Removing Glue Left By Number Removed From Sweatshirt?Does anyone know how to remove glue from clothing? The glue is from a number that was taken off a sweatshirt. Thanks for any help.
Mold On Sandals?I have a pair of bejewelled indian sandals that I really like and they got wet in the rain.
Scuff Marks on Leather Boots?How do you get scuff marks off leather boots?
Gum on Wool Clothing?How do I get gum out of my good wool coat?
Washing Hood With Fox Fur?I have a coat with a hood that has Fox Fur edging it. The coat says wash in cold water on gentle cycle but remove hood with fur on it first.
Does Borax Cause Dark Colored Clothing to Fade?I have read on this site that using Borax in the laundry, when washing dark colored clothing, will cause the clothing to fade. Is this true?
'Bluing" Product Used to Make White Fabrics Whiter?I am looking for a product called 'Bluing' to use in the washing machine to help get whites whiter. I read in 'Dollar Stretcher' that someone recommended this and said it cost $3.00 for 16 oz but the only website I found for it wants you to buy 12 bottles.
Removing Cat Urine from Dry Clean Only Slacks?How do you remove cat urine from 100% Wool, dry clean only slacks?
Removing a Spot from a Suede Jacket?I have a brown suede jacket that I recently got a spot on it. How do I get it out, without taking it to the cleaners and spending a lot of money? I read to use mild sand paper. Is that true?
Removing Mold on a Motorcycle Helmet?I've got a motorbike helmet that was left in a damp garage, and has mold around the bottom and on the strap. I just wanted to know if I can save it, or should I buy a new one? Thanks.
Spray Starch?Does anyone have a good spray starch recipe?
White Fuzz on Black Clothing?I always have white fuzz like marks on my black clothes after they dry. I have to take a wet cloth and rub off the marks. Is there something I can do so this does not happen. Thanks
Blue Clothes Turning Purple After Washing?My blue clothes are turning purple after washing them, and I do not know why. Can anyone tell me what I am doing wrong?
Sleeves on Old Letter Jacket Are Sticky?I still have my son's high school letter jacket from 20 years ago. Guess I am waiting for a grandson! Lol! Anyway, the sleeves are made of a type of vinyl, I am sure you know what I mean. Keeping it in the closet for so long, I think the heat or age has gotten to it. The sleeves are sticky or tacky.
Cleaning Body of Leather and Wool Jacket?My jacket has leather sleeves and wool body. I can clean the sleeves. How can I clean the wool body?
Black Scuff On Orange Shoe?What is the best way to get a black scuff mark off of a orange shoe? Shoe cleaner and pencil eraser didn't work.
Removing Hair Dye On White Tennis Shoes?How do I get hair dye off of white tennis shoes?
Removing Red Dye From Plastic Bag On Polyurethane Coat?The red dye from the store name on a plastic bag rubbed off on a polyurethane coat.
Getting Gum Out Of Jeans?How do you get gum out of jeans?
Removing Urine From Clothing?How do you get urine out of clothing?
Musty Raincoat?How do I get rid of a musty smell from a rain coat?
Work Clothes Feel Waxy?My husband's work clothes have a waxy feel to them, and I can never seem to get them clean. Does anyone know of a special soap or anything I can use to remove the waxiness? Thanks a lot!
Pantyliner Stuck To Clothes After Washing?My sister washed some underwear with a pantyliner still attached. It fell apart and stuck to all the other clothes and she can't remove it even after washing the clothes again. Any suggestions? Thanks.
Cleaning a Dior Bag?How to clean a Dior fabric bag? It's a food stain.
Stain Proofing a Coach Purse?I just got my first Coach purse. It is signature fabric with leather accents. Is there a way to "waterproof" or "stainproof" the fabric portion of the purse? Thanks!
Yellowing on a Beaded Background?I have question about getting yellow out of the background on the beading of a wedding dress. It is only on parts of the bottom. I have already taken to cleaners and didn't come out. Any suggestions?
Cleaning A Wool Silverado Hat?I have a wool Silverado hat. I wear it frequently while I'm working and it needs to be cleaned fairly badly due to sweat, dirt and other misc things it has been through. How does one clean a wool Silverado without wrecking it?
Whitening Shirts With Colored Trim?What works to get whiter whites when there is colored trim on golf shirts? Will the vinegar or dishwasher soap options I've read about lighten the colors also or will they retain the color?
Washing Shoes?How do you wash shoes?
Removing Glue From Silkscreen Image?My daughter got a smear of glitter glue on the (silkscreen) picture part of her shirt. Unknowingly, I washed it, luckily it hasn't been through the dryer. I am nervous about trying the usual glue removal remedies since I think they may damage the decal.
Gum on a Police Uniform?How do you get gum out of a police uniform shirts. I washed and dried them and I forgot I had gum in the pockets.
Can You Dry Clean and Wash Clothes?If you have clothes (cotton) that are NOT "Dry Clean Only" but you do Dry Clean them, can you then go back and wash them? Can you alternate or is this bad for the clothes to wash them once they have been dry cleaned?
Puff Paint on Men's Tie?How do I remove Puff Paint from a mens' tie? Thank You in advance.
Cleaning a White Patch on a Red Jacket?My husband has one of those heavy cotton racing jackets with the name of the car manufacturer on it. It is red, white, and black with patches embroidered on it. It says DRY CLEAN ONLY. He got a stain on the white patch on the front that I tried to wash off with a soapy rag. Well, I didn't realize the white patch is sewed over the red fabric and the red bled through to the front.
Fading from Homemade Laundry Detergent?Right now I use 1 cup powdered fels naptha, 1/2 cup of borax, and 1/2 cup of washing soda which I mix and make a dry mix laundry powder. I use 1/4 cup every time I wash a big load.
Burn Marks on Acrylic and Wool Skirt?I burnt my skirt which is 80% acrylic and 20% wool. Is there anything I can do to remove it?
Keeping Well Water from Staining Clothing?I recently moved to a home with well water and the stains are ridiculous. I'm getting over the tub, sink and toilet stains, but I am a chef and my coats are made of some crazy stain absorbing fabric apparently. All of my coats now look as if I've been washing them in half water, half coffee. Is there any way to keep the stains in my water from getting into my coats while still getting them clean? Is there a difference in the amount of staining that hot water can do opposed to cold water?
Washing Clothes with Clorox 2 and Washing Soda?Has anyone been using Clorox 2 powder for colors and washing soda to clean their clothes? I have a recipe of 1 cup Clorox 2 and 1 cup washing soda and I am supposed to use 2 tablespoons for every large load of clothes that are not too dirty. If you have been using this recipe are you happy with the results?
Removing Liquor Stain from a Suit Coat?Can anyone give me advice on how to remove a dark liquor stain from a suit coat? The stain is set in, but I would really like to get it out. The jacket is black with white and a grayish blend stripes. Help!
Removing Chewing Gum from Silk Shirt?I am trying to remove gum from my silk shirt. I tried the peanut butter and hot water on my shirt. It came out a little but not all the way. Please help!
Electrical Tape Adhesive on Clothing?How do you get adhesive from electrical tape off of clothes?
Grease on Suede Boots?What takes grease off of suede boots?
Washing a Down Jacket?We have been gifted a small sized 75% down jacket, for a petite person. I fixed the zipper, and now we have to find a new owner! So, since we now have a nice little down jacket, how can I launder it safely? The label says "dry clean only" but I do not permit dry cleaning chemicals to touch my skin, much less the unsuspecting new owner.
Caring for a Suede Jacket?I received a hand-me-down suede jacket, how would I spruce it up? How do I waterproof it? What happens when it gets rained on? Any advice you extend would be appreciated. Thanks.
Diesel Fuel on Boots?How do I remove diesel fuel from boots?
Removing Carpet Glue from Clothing?My son has started a carpet layers apprenticeship. His clothes are constantly covered in carpet glue and no-one seems to know how to get them out. I keep washing them but the glue marks are constantly there. The uniform is of course navy blue so it looks horrible. Can anyone out there please suggest something that might get the stains out? Help.
Marker Stains on UGG Boots?How do you remove marker stains from an UGG boot?
Cleaning Underwear?My mom is starting to soil her undies. How do I get out the feces and urine. I put tried bleach and water, then soaking and washing them in detergent but the smell of bleach is there. Any other suggestions would really help.
Removing an Autograph from a Jersey?I have an autograph signed on a authentic basketball jersey that I am trying to remove so I can get it re-signed on the number part instead. I am in a hurry as there is an autograph session on Saturday and is my only chance to get it signed again.
Seafood Odor on Cotton Pants?I have a pair of brand new black cotton pants that got mixed up with old prawns/shrimps (don't ask me how!). I have washed them in both cold and warm water (about 6 times), soaked them in Napisan (nappy soaking solution) and hung them out to dry in the sunshine.
Red Shirt Leaving Pink Stains on Everything?I bought a red shirt about a year ago. Despite how much I wash it, every time I wear it it leaves pink residue on pretty much everything I come into contact with for a prolonged amount of time. Including the rim of my pants and on my skin. How can I wash out all of the extra dye?
Removing Mold from a Dada Jacket?How do you get mold out of a dada jacket
Cat Urine Inside Work Boots?Does any one have any suggestions on how to remove cat urine from my husband's work boots (inside)? I know vinegar works great, but will it irritate his feet after we have sprayed the inside with the vinegar and let it dry?
Moldy Smell on Clothes?How do I get a mold smell out of our clothes?
Removing Fuel Odor on a Leather Jacket?I spilled Jet-A on the cuff of my leather flight jacket (not on the leather itself thankfully). Does anyone have any suggestions on how to get the smell and/or fuel out. Thanks!
Cleaning Scuffs From White Patent Leather Sandals?I have a tip for white patent scuffed sandals. Firstly I cleaned the scuffed area with nail polish remover, then toothpaste and finished this off, with fast drying liquid paper.
Removing Grease Smell from Clothing?How can I get an old greasy smell out of clothes?
Removing Fuel Odors on Clothing?My elderly mother washed her clothes with a container that had fuel oil in it instead of laundry detergent. How do I get fuel oil smell out of her clothes?
Removing Scuffs from Prada Shoes?How do I remove black scuffs on Prada shoes?
Scuff Marks on Tennis Shoes?I have black scuff marks on the side of the hard rubber soles of a pair of Nike Air Force Ones Tennis shoes. How do I get these scuff marks out!
Removing Tub Reglazing Chemicals from Clothing?I had my bathtub reglazed months ago and the chemicals are still in my clothing. Is there anything I can do to clean them?
Cleaning Espadrille Shoes?I have a used pair of little girl's Gymboree espadrilles. They have a pretty floral (cotton?) print bow over the top of the foot area that has quite a bit of dirt on it, as does the heel of the shoe.
Cat Urine Odor on Clothing?My cat urinated on a some clothes in my bathroom. I put it in my washer, now my washer smells like cat urine. When I wash anything else it comes out with that smell. Does anyone know what I can use to get the smell out? Please help.
