Accidents happen. But a spill doesn’t have to mean a ruined shirt. Here is the FreshSpin guide to emergency stain removal:
The #1 Rule: Don’t Rub!#
Rubbing a stain pushes it deeper into the fibers. Instead, blot it with a clean white cloth to soak up as much liquid as possible.
Common Stains & Solutions:#
- Coffee: Rinse with cold water immediately. Apply a drop of liquid detergent and let sit for 5 minutes before washing.
- Red Wine: Cover with salt to absorb the liquid, then rinse with club soda or cold water.
- Grease: Apply dish soap (which breaks down oils) directly to the dry stain before putting it in the wash.
- Ink: Dampen a cloth with rubbing alcohol and blot carefully until the ink transfers to the cloth.
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