OxiClean & Wine

Red Wine Stain

Removing stains from fabrics or upholstery can be challenging. One of the most difficult stains to remove is spilled wine. Oxiclean is a quick, safe stain remover that can help break down and remove wine.

Wine

Wine is an organic material. White wine has less pigment and more sugar, making it an easier stain to remove. Red wine contains natural pigments, which can stain quickly. Oxiclean helps remove both types of wine stains.

Function

Oxygen, found in Oxiclean, activates the stain removing ability and allows the product time to work on breaking down the stain.

Benefits

Oxiclean when used according to the package directions can remove wine stains. Immediately treating and laundering the stained items will allow the product to work to maximum effectiveness.

Alternatives

Oxiclean powder in the washing machine in addition to detergent can remove smaller stains. Warmer temperature water will help break down the stain.

Warnings

Oxiclean should not be allowed to sit on the stain longer than 10 minutes, to preserve the colorfastness of the fabrics. Wine stains garments marked "dry clean only" or items which are wool, silk or leather should be cleaned by a professional.

References

• The Oxiclean Website: Wine Stains on Cotton
• The Household Products Database: Oxiclean Information

Resources

• The Science of Oxiclean