Cleaning Faux Leather?Hello. I hope you can help. My son cleaned his leather seats with Armor All cleaning wipes. I sat in his car with a pink faux leather coat. Dark marks transferred onto my coat. I have tried everything you suggested and the marks remain. Not even slightly gone. Do you have any other suggestions? Thank you.
Removing Pumpkin Stains from Clothing?I made pumpkin soup and it spattered on my cotton shirt. How do I remove it?
Removing Rodent Urine Stains?Does anyone know how to get mouse/rat urine stains from clothing? I had my off-season clothing hung in my spare bedroom closet but found evidence of droppings and yellow urine stains on the shoulders of the hanging items. I tried regular laundering but the urine stains remained. Didn't want to try anything else until I consulted my friends. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Flarp Stains on Clothing?How do you remove noise putty from clothes?
Set in Gum on Clothing?I need some hints on how to get chewing gum out of a shirt after going through the dryer.
Removing a Hand Sanitizer Stain on Clothing?I got some hand sanitizer spilled on a brand new black top. It shows stains and I can't get them to wash out. Has anyone had this happen and what did they do?
Hand Washing ClothingWhether you are caring for delicates or just don't have access to a washing machine, it's possible to hand wash your clothing without any special equipment or detergents. These tips are great if you are traveling without access to a laundromat.
Removing Paint from Jeans?I wore my favorite jeans when helping my girlfriend paint her front room bright yellow. I got paint all down my pant legs. How do I get it out? Please help.
Removing Laundry Detergent StainsSometimes laundry detergent can cause stains instead of removing them. Many people recommend using vinegar or bleaching the stain out of the clothing.
Cleaning Permanent Ink From Silk?Permanent ink stains on silk can sometimes be removed by using an alcohol based product, such as hairspray or rubbing alcohol itself. As with all stains and fabric types, test on a small spot first.
Removing Plaster Cast Residue from Clothing?Sometimes in the process of applying a cast to a broken arm or leg, plaster residue can get on the patient's clothing. Learn how to possibly remove it here.
Removing Diesel Stains from Clothing?A diesel stain is very oily. There are a number of clothing stain removing products on the market such as Oxyclean, Lestoil, Vanish, Awesome and more, that may work for you.
GoJo Hand Cleaner For StainsThere are many products on the market that are used for removing clothing stains. Additionally some commercial products can be successfully used for tasks other than their intended purpose. Some people have had success using GoJo hand cleaner for stains.
Removing Oily Stains on ClothingRemoving oily stains on clothing can be a challenge especially if it has already been washed and dried. This page offers some suggestions for removing them from your clothes.
Removing Aleene's Jewel-It Embellishing Glue from a Shirt?How do I remove glue spots from a shirt that we put embellishments on? I tried Goo Gone, but that has not worked. I used Aleene's Jewel-It embellishing glue.
Removing Burnt Spray Starch on Clothing?If you are using spray starch, always start with a clean iron to avoid burn marks. If you manage to get burnt marks on your clothing, try scrubbing it out with an abrasive detergent or baking soda.
White Bra Dyed by Dark Clothing?New clothing can transfer dye onto a white bra during normal wear and this can be difficult to remove with regular washing. Special products may be able to restore your white bra or, at least, lighten the dye.
Baking Soda and Dawn for Clothing StainsThis paste is an especially good for grease stains in modern day materials. This is a page about using baking soda and dawn for clothing stains.
Removing Permanent Marker from Clothing with Isopropyl AlcoholMost people have a bottle of rubbing alcohol in their medicine cabinet and it is one of the best stain removers for ink. This is a page about removing permanent marker from clothing with isopropyl alcohol.
How to Fix Dye from Jeans that Transferred to Other Clothing in WashThe blue dye in jeans is notorious for transferring to other clothing in the wash. It can be difficult to remove especially if the other clothing is not able to be bleached. This is a page about how to fix dye from jeans that transferred to other clothing in the wash.
How to Remove Sharpie From ClothingAlthough Sharpie markers are intended to be permanent, if you need to remove an accidental or intentional mark on a piece of clothing this page contains several suggestions including alcohol, nail polish remover, or a Magic Eraser. This is a page about how to remove Sharpie from clothing.
Removing Crisco Stains from Clothing?Oily, greasy stains from shortenings such as Crisco need to be treated with products intended to remove such stains. One common solution is to treat the stain with Dawn dish soap and then wash. Air dry and repeat as needed. This is a page about removing Crisco stains from clothing.
Removing a Grease Stain on PolyesterDawn detergent is the hands down recommended winner in the fight against grease stains on clothing and other fabrics. This is a page about removing a grease stain on polyester.
Mystery Pink Spots on Whites After Soaking in Vinegar and Water?I tried soaking a few whites in a mixture of hot water and vinegar. I had a few of my husband's undershirts, a pair of ankle socks, and a sports bra in a bucket. After a couple of hours I checked on the items and noticed pink stains on my sports bra. We have city water, a water softener, and I have had my water tested.
Remembering to Treat Stained ClothingStained clothing is not always treated and laundered right away. To help remind yourself to deal with the stain when washing the item, try either tying a knot where the stain is or gently tying the piece of clothing in a loose knot. This is a page about remembering to treat stained clothing.
Removing Stains on Nylon ClothingDepending on the type of stain, there are a couple of good options for removing it. Try vinegar and a soft toothbrush. A bit of laundry soap may also be required. This is a page about removing stains on nylon clothing.
Cleaning an Oily Stain on SilkCare should be taken when cleaning silk. If you can not take the item to a professional cleaner this page offers advice about cleaning an oily stain on silk.
Removing Bat Poop Stains from Laundry?You may need to use a brush and detergent or peroxide to remove these sticky poop stains. This is a page about removing bat poop stains from laundry.
Boiling Water for Removing Fruit StainsMy Aunt taught me how to make strawberry preserves and I got some on my T-shirt I was wearing. I thought my shirt was forever stained by the juice of the strawberries. She showed me that when you take your shirt and stretch it over a bowl inside out and pour boiling water on the stain, it disappears!
Removing Latex Paint from ClothingIf you notice wet paint before it dries, it is much easier to remove. If you find it dried, there are some techniques you can use. This is a page about removing latex paint from clothing.
Removing Dried Paint on ClothingIt's easy to get paint on your clothing, and it can be very difficult to be removed after the paint has dried. This is a page about removing dried paint on clothing.
Removing Dye Transfer from Faux Leather Coat?A black leather/fabric dress transferred black dye to my long white faux leather coat. The tag says 100% polyester. I've tried vinegar, baking soda, Dawn, Tide, Carbona Stain Devils #2 and #8, but nothing works to remove the black stain.
How to Remove Permanent Marker on a Polyurethane Jacket?This is a page about how to remove permanent marker on polyurethane jacket. Permanent marker can be tough to remove, but here are a few options to try. Rubbing alcohol and hairspray are both a good option to start with.
Removing a Dried Blood Stain on a Wool Overcoat?Since you do not want to submerge or get your wool coat too wet try following the spot cleaning directions in this page. This is a page about removing a dried blood stain on a wool overcoat.
Removing Garage Door Grease from Jacket?This is a page about removing garage door grease from a jacket. Treat this type of stain as you would any other grease stain. There are speciality products for removing grease from clothing and you can also try Dawn dish soap, a known grease cutter.
Removing a Stain Left Fabric Rough?This is a page about removing a stain left fabric rough. Sometimes the process of rubbing when removing a fabric stain can leave the fabric rough to the touch. There are a couple of things you might try using, with great care, depending on the fabric.
Dress Bled on Itself in Wash?Brightly colored sections on a dress can bleed onto the surrounding lighter parts. This page is about what to do when a dress bled on itself in wash.
Removing an Old Stain on a Jumper (Sweater)?I've had a small stain on a favorite jumper of mine and have not worn it since I got the stain on it which was years ago. The jumper still looks like new. The jumper is made of 50% cotton and 50% acrylic.
How to Remove a Stain on a Dry Clean Only Garment?The general consensus is to take the item to the dry cleaners to have it professionally treated. This page does contain a tip for attempting to remove the stain yourself. Care should be taken if you try this. This is a page about how to remove a stain on a dry clean only garment.
Removing Pen Marks from Polyester?Removing stains from clothing is done based on the type of stain and the fabric. This is a page about removing pen marks from polyester.
Removing Dust Stains from Stored Clothing?Stored clothing often develops stains and fade lines along the folds. This is a page about removing dust stains from stored clothing.
How to Remove Pen Stains on a Navy UniformWhen removing stains on clothing you want to check for color fastness on the fabric and begin by using the most simple product first, such as rubbing alcohol. This is a page about how to remove pen stains on a Navy uniform.
Removing a Hot Sauce Stain on Clothing?This is a page about removing a hot sauce stain on clothing. The bright red stains from hot sauce can be tough to remove. Here are some tips for getting hot sauce stains out of clothing.
Using Hairspray for Ink StainsRemoving ink from clothing and other fabrics can be done using hairspray, but it must be alcohol based. Similarly, rubbing alcohol is the easy fix if it is available. This is a page about using hairspray for ink stains.
Removing an Unknown Stain from Cotton ClothingThis is a page about removing an unknown stain from cotton clothing. Finding a mystery stain on your clothing can be frustrating. Without knowing what caused stain, it can be hard to know what might remove it. Here are some suggestions to try.
Lace Christening Gown Has YellowedOver time, stored white clothing such as christening and wedding gowns can yellow. Products such as Oxi-Clean or hydrogen peroxide can be very effective in whitening them. Laundry bluing is also a good choice. This is a page about cleaning a lace christening gown that has yellowed.
Cleaning Fingerprint Ink Off Clothing?This is a page about cleaning fingerprint ink off clothing. Here are some tips to try if you have a fingerprinting ink stain on clothing.
How to Remove Dry Erase Marker Stains on a Vinyl Coat?This is a page about removing dry erase marker stains on a vinyl coat. Here are a few suggestion to try, if you get dry erase markers stains on a vinyl coat.
Removing Sunscreen from WhitesThis is a page about removing sunscreen from whites. It is not uncommon for sunscreen to leave yellow/orange stains on clothing. Here are some tips for removing these stains from white clothing.
Washing Greasy Work Clothes?Ammonia is a great grease cutter, but never mix with bleach. Dishwashing detergent can also work well to remove grease. This is a page about washing greasy work clothes.
Removing a Butter Stain on Clothing?How do you get a butter stain out of your shirt?
How to Fix Dye That Ran on a Wool Scarf?When dye runs from one part of an article of clothing to another it can be tricky to fix. There are a few products on the market that may help. This is a page about how to fix dye that ran on a wool scarf.
How to Remove Dye Transfer on Colored ClothingRemoving any type of stain on colored clothing can be tricky. This is a page about how to a remove dye transfer on colored clothing.
Color Bled on White ClothingThere are several remedies for this situation, depending on the fiber content of the white clothing. They include, bleach, hydrogen peroxide, and sometimes even time in the sun. Check the fabric for caution alerts and then choose the best solution for your garment. This is a page about color bled on white clothing.
How to Fix Dye That Bled on Khaki PantsSome clothing dye is not colorfast and can bleed on other garments in the wash. Non chlorine bleach may work to remove dye from khaki pants. This is a page about how to fix dye that bled on khaki pants.
How to Fix Color That Bled on a SweaterDye from other clothing in the washer can bleed onto a favorite sweater. The fabric content of the sweater will determine possible remedies. This is a page about how to fix color that bled on a sweater.
How to Remove Deodorant Build-upDeodorant can leave an unsightly residue on clothing that can be difficult to remove. This is a page about how to remove deodorant build-up.
How to Remove Vaseline Stains on ClothingBecause it is petroleum based, Vaseline leaves an oil based stain on clothing that can be problematic to remove. This is a page about how to remove Vaseline stains on clothing.
Red Dye Transferred on a Santa Suit?Having fabric dye transfer to other sections of an article of clothing is frustrating and often a challenge to fix. This is a page about red dye transferred on a Santa suit.
Ink on Clothes that Have Been DriedRemoving stains from clothing that has been through the dryer can be much more difficult than if caught when they are fresh. This is a page about ink on clothes that have been dried.
Blue Jeans Ran on White Jeans in the Wash?I washed my white denim jeans with my blue denim jeans and now my white jeans are a light blue. How do I get the blue dye out of the white jeans?
Removing a Blistex Stain on Clothing?The waxy, greasy stain left by melted Blistex can be removed, if treated prior to washing and drying the clothing, with a number of cleaning products. This is a page about removing a Blistex stain on clothing.
Stains on Stored ClothingStored clothing can develop mysterious yellow stains, a very disappointing discovery. This is a page about stains on stored clothing.
Permanent Marker Stain on a Nylon JacketYou may be able to remove permanent marker from your nylon jacket with the right products and process. This is a page about permanent marker stain on a nylon jacket.
Removing Grease Stains on Beige Pants?Grease stains on clothing can be difficult to remove. There are several products that might be used to safely and effectively remove them.This is a page about removing grease stains on beige pants.
Removing Grease Stains on Velour Pants?Removing stains on fabric with a nap may require special care so as not to damage the pile. This is a page about removing grease stains on velour pants.
Removing Permanent Marker from Dried ClothingPermanent marker is called that because it is difficult to remove. Once it has gotten onto clothing which is subsequently dried the task of removing it becomes more difficult, but not always impossible. This is a page about removing permanent marker from dried clothing.
Red Collar Bleeding On White Shirt?It is incredibly frustrating to have a shirt with a contrasting collar that bleeds all over the rest of the shirt the first time you wash it. This is a page about red collar bleeding on white shirt.
Removing Kool-aid Stains from ClothingThe food coloring used in Kool-aid can leave stains when spilled on clothing. Luckily it is a stain that can typically be removed. This is a page about removing Kool-aid stains from clothing.
Cleaning Ink Out of a Load of Laundry?It is horrifying to open the washer, or even worse the dryer, to discover the pen in the load of wash and the ink stains on all of your laundry. This is a page about cleaning ink out of a load of laundry.
Removing Yellow Spots on White Shirts Without Bleach?I don't use bleach, so how do I remove yellow spots on white shirts?
Peroxide for Removing Blood StainsPeroxide is perfect for removing blood stains on clothing and other fabric items. This is a page about peroxide for removing blood stains.
Cleaning Grease Stains on Suede ShoesThis is a page about cleaning grease stains on suede shoes. This kind of leather has a nap that can be powdered with corn starch to absorb the oil and brushed.
Use Panty Hose to Remove Deodorant Marks From ClothingRubbing the spot with a pair of panty hose can easily help remove deodorant stains and residue from clothing. This is a page about use panty hose to remove deodorant marks from clothing.
Cleaning Greasy Fast Food Employee's Clothes?The fast food work environment can easily result in grease stained clothing than can be tough to clean. This is a page about cleaning greasy fast food employee's clothes.
Stain Remover for Tough Baby StainsStains on baby clothing can be really hard to remove without special treatment. This is a page about stain remover for tough baby stains.
Cleaning Soiled Underwear?Underwear stains are typically something you want to treat prior to washing. There are a few different methods you can use that should work on most such stains. This is a page about cleaning soiled underwear.
Removing Paint Stains from Dried ClothingThis is a page about removing paint stains from dried clothing. A surprising solution for dried paint on clothing can be hair spray.
Removing Nail Polish From Synthetic FabricsRemoving nail polish from synthetics can require some care so as not to damage the fabric. This is a page about removing nail polish from synthetic fabrics.
Removing Nail Polish from ClothingNail polish stains can be removed from clothing with a number of products. Choosing the best one for the fabric is important. This is a page about removing nail polish from clothing.
Removing Nail Polish From a SweaterDepending on the fiber content of your sweater there are differing methods for removing a nail polish stain. This is a page about removing nail polish from a sweater.
Lemon as Stain RemoverNo chemicals used; this is an organic way to use lemon as a stain remover on your clothes. Just grab powdered soap and one lemon. If you have stains on your dress, just tap the stain with water, put a pinch of soap powder and overlap it with lemon. Then scrub the lemon over the stained area.
Removing Gel Ink Pen From ClothingThis is a page about removing gel ink pen from clothing. When using gel pens the ink marks can end up on clothes. Oxiclean has been helpful for some in removing the ink.
Removing Car Grease Stains From ClothingWhen making your own car repairs you can get grease on your clothing. This is a page about removing car grease stains from clothing.
Cleaning Underarm Stains on White T-shirtsHydrogen peroxide and sunlight may help your remove stubborn yellow perspiration stains. This is a page about cleaning underarm stains on white t-shirts.
Removing Diesel Oil and Grease from Clothing?This is a page about removing diesel oil and grease from clothing. When working or cars, heavy equipment, or other types of engines clothing can get covered in oil and grease. Removing these stains can be challenging.
Removing Latex Paint Stains on JeansAlthough water based, latex paint can be a challenge to remove from clothing especially after it has dried. This is a page about removing latex paint stains on jeans.
Cleaning Jeans With Ground in Dirt?Ground in dirt on clothing often needs pretreatment to ensure that it is removed in the wash. This is a page about cleaning jeans with ground in dirt.
Removing Food Grease from Wool Clothing?This is a page about removing food grease from wool clothing. Proper cleaning of stains on your wool clothing will prevent damage to the garment.
Removing Carmex Stains from Clothing?This is a page about removing Carmex stains from clothing. Carmex can leave any oily looking stain if it accidentally gets on your clothing.
Removing Transmission Fluid from Clothes?This is a page about removing transmission fluid from clothes. When working on your car or adding more fluids sometimes you can get stains on your clothing.
Mysterious Grease Stains on ClothingThis is a page about mysterious grease stains on clothing. Sometimes clothes come out of the washer with strange grease or oil-like stains on them that were not there before washing.
Cleaning Ink Stains on Laundered ClothingThis is a page about cleaning ink stains on laundered clothing. Stains can be more difficult to remove once the clothing has been through the wash.
Removing Sunless Tanning Stains on ClothingThis is a page about removing sunless tanning stains on clothing. The dye contained in sunless skin tanning products can be difficult to remove.
Using Aspirin for Sweat StainsThis is a page about using aspirin for sweat stains. Sweat stains on clothing can be difficult to remove.
Cleaning Foundation Makeup Stains on ClothingThis is a page about cleaning foundation makeup stains on clothing. Foundation makeup stains can be a challenge to remove from clothing.
Removing Black Dye from Jacket?My teenage son in his infinite wisdom decided that his dad's military camouflage jacket colour was not to his liking and tried to dye it black. Is it possible to take the black dye out somehow?
White Clothing Turned PinkThis is a page about white clothing turned pink. Clothing in the wash can pickup dye from other items and change color.
Cleaning Food Coloring Stains on ClothingThis is a page about cleaning food coloring stains on clothing. Food coloring is a common and sometimes difficult to remove clothing stain.
Cleaning Makeup Stains from ClothingThis is a page about cleaning makeup stains from clothing. Makeup stains on clothing can be stubborn ones to remove.
Cleaning Yellow Hydrogen Peroxide...This is a page about cleaning yellow hydrogen peroxide stains on clothing. Using hydrogen peroxide to remove stains on some fabrics can unfortunately leave you with a new yellow stain.