Stain Removal

Laundry is never the most thrilling of chores. It can be made absolutely infuriating when the process that is supposed to clean your clothing creates a stain. The culprit may be none other than...

Trivera is a synthetic flame-resistant fabric made from polyester. Because it is such a durable fabric, Trivera can be found almost anywhere. It is used in clothing, drapes, upholstery and...

Ink spots can be difficult to remove from fabric, but with a little perseverance, patience and a trial and error process, you can get rid of most ink spots. Although there are many good products...

While any stains that find their way to your clothing are irritating, iron stains seem twice as bad. The bright red color clashes with most apparel making it more than noticeable. Though rust...

There are several common food stains you and your household may come on contact with daily. Luckily even some of the hardest stains can be zapped when treated properly. The mail thing to remember...

Traditionally, when you think of food coloring for the home cook, you probably think of little plastic bottles of red, green, yellow and blue that you purchase in the baking aisle at your local...

If you have an ink stain on clothing from a leaky or broken pen, you may think the garment is done for. Luckily there is a way to treat the wet or dry ink, to help remove the ink and save your...

The key to removing dog urine stains and odor from your fabrics is washing the fabric as soon as the accident happens. The longer the urine is allowed to sit, the harder it will be to clean it as...

Almost all post-pubescent females occasionally secrete a mucousy discharge into their underwear. This can be very frustrating, as stained underwear must be thrown out, and buying new pairs...

The trouble with light-colored clothing is that when they are stained, the stain shows a great deal. Light-colored clothing that isn't white presents another challenge: regular chlorine bleach...

Stains on clothes or other fabrics are an ongoing battle in life, but there are effective ways to remove all of them. One of the most difficult stains to get out, however, is ink, as it can set...

Tar is a necessity in everything from road work to home improvement projects. With so many applications, it's no surprise that an encounter with tar results in stained clothing. Unfortunately, tar...

Fabric softener keeps wrinkles away, can prevent staining in your clothes, and often adds a wonderful fragrance to clean laundry. One of the hazards of using fabric softener, however, is that if...

Desitin is a classic staple in any household with a baby. Yet, with its ability to treat diaper rashes comes the ability to stain clothing. This is due not only to the oil in Desitin but to its...

The spaghetti was all that you hoped it would be: sinfully aromatic with a rich full bodied flavor that tantalized every taste bud. You enjoyed it so much that perhaps you saved some for later....

If you have stains from dye on your clothing, you will need more than your average stain remover to get it out. You will need a specialty product designed to lift stray dye from clothing, while...

Underarm sweat stains can be very noticeable, especially if they occur on white clothing. There are several methods you can try to remove these difficult stains before you resort to throwing your...

It can be difficult to remove stains from wool. Stains have a tendency to set quickly in wool, and often people will simply throw away a garment instead of dealing with the difficult stain. ...

There's just no hiding stains on white shirts. Every spill and stain shows up in full color against a white backdrop, announcing itself to the world despite your efforts to wipe it away or cover...

For those who work on vehicles, diesel stains are a fact of life. Like any grease or oil-based substance, diesel clings to fabrics with an admirable tenacity. Though stubborn, these stains are not...

While they say spilled milk is nothing to cry over, it may be pretty tempting to do so when it gets on your clothes. Milk not only stains, but can smell unpleasant as well. For those who happened...

Old stains can be a challenge to remove due to the amount of time that has passed, which allows the stain to set into the fabric. Although some chemicals claim to remove sweat stains and odors,...

You can't change your car's oil and expect your clothing to remain pristine. Due to the nature of the task, you are likely to emerge with a few greasy motor oil stains adorning your clothing....

The fabric made from extra-fine Pima cotton yarn is luxurious, durable and soft. This premium textile will stand up better than other kinds of cotton to aggressive stain removal techniques.

Getting rid of make-up stains on clothes can be difficult. There is a way to remove the stains without ruining your clothing. Make-up should be removable as long as you do not put the garment in...

Vegetable oil stains can be removed fairly easy, when using the right cleanup and removal procedures. While there are several retail cleaning products available that remove stains, many times a...

Stubborn stains are more than an overused phrase. They are an inevitable reality in our laundry life. Unfortunately, harsh stain removal chemicals can also ruin delicate fabrics. Lemon juice and...

Not many laundry mishaps compare to the frustration of pulling a garment from the dryer and realizing you didn't pre-treat a stain. The heat from a conventional dryer can set stains into fabric,...

Removing makeup foundation stains can be very difficult, particularly if they aren't treated right away. Oil-based foundations can present particular problems, as they set into fabric quickly, and...

Any stain on a kimono will greatly detract from its beauty, especially when the stain is rust. Rust is challenging to remove from most surfaces and especially silk, from which most kimonos are...

While nourishing your baby, he or she may have felt the need to repay you--all over your shirt. Or perhaps a well-intentioned relative sent you a box of the sweetest baby outfits, neglecting to...

Most people get paint on their clothes or other fabrics while working on a painting project. Paint thinner can help remove paint stains from clothes, but it often leaves an unpleasant odor on the...

It's easy to become distracted while ironing, as it can be such a mundane chore. Unfortunately when dealing with something as hot as an iron, a certain amount of attention is required to avoid...

When you see a favorite or an expensive item of clothing with a dried splatter or glob of paint on it, it is common to think the worst: The spot won't come out in the wash or through dry cleaning....

Although potent chemical cleaners can be used to remove urine odors from carpeting, clothing and upholstery, they often leave a strong and unpleasant chemical smell. Fortunately, a variety of...

Is there anything worse that getting ink all over a lovely silk garment? Well, yes, there probably is. But it doesn't make ruining a favorite article of clothing any less annoying. Before giving...

Beeswax is used to make candles, is a water repellent in some painted crafts and is a key ingredient in several homemade bath products. No matter how it is used, beeswax tends to get rather messy...

If clothing is exposed to moisture for a prolonged period of time, mold spots can develop, which can spell trouble for your wardrobe. Mold is a stubborn stain, and it can be difficult to know how...

It is supposed to be a friendly event and an enjoyable time at the annual chili cook off, but "somehow" the competition's likely pot of spicy success is now gracing the center stage floor, and...

Babies are famously messy eaters, and wearing a bib isn't always enough to make sure their clothes stay neat and clean at mealtime. Just about every parent has been faced with the dilemma of how...

Not only is mildew unsightly to look at, it is bad for your respiratory health as well. Mildew is a type of mold that attaches itself to and thrives on fabrics. Warm, damp areas are prone to mold...

Hot temperatures and stressful situations alike can cause a person to sweat. Not only is sweat uncomfortable, it can cause unsightly and embarrassing stains on your clothes. These stains are a bit...

For those with small children at home, a crayon stain may not be unexpected. With kids and their "art," it's hard to discourage the mess without dampening the creativity. So therein lies the...

There's nothing quite like a good cup of tea to help ease the tension of a hectic day; however, a tea stain in your clothing can bring you right back to square one. Some people actually use tea to...

Those who work in the automotive industry are no strangers to motor oil stains. Even the do-it-yourself types have probably seen their fair share of oil in places it shouldn't be. If changing the...

Vaseline, also known as petroleum jelly, was invented by Robert Chesebrough and became a staple for moisturizing skin. Invented in the 1860s and branded in 1870, this product become an instant...

Clothing stains are a part of life with that just about everyone must accept. However, when it comes to removing many stains, even those which are tough and ground in, Tide can mean the difference...

Ink stains are annoying. Whether you left a ballpoint pen in your pocket or an art project got a little messy, an ink stain on your blouse or pants is no adornment. Fortunately, there is a...

It's amazing how chewing gum makes its way onto clothing, especially children's clothing, so easily. Spending an afternoon removing gum from a shirt is no enticing prospect. You may even wish to...

Have you ever put on your favorite shirt only to discover big, yellow stains underneath the arms? These stains are a result of your body's natural tendency to sweat. While beneficial, sweat...