How to Get a Stain Out of 100% Polyester Dry Clean Only
Dry cleaning can be expensive and inconvenient. For polyester clothing items that require dry clean only, you can spot clean the stains to prevent costly dry cleaning bills. The most important thing to consider is the amount of time that you wait before treating the stain. The sooner you try to clean it, the easier the stain will be to remove. A stain that remains on an item for a long time will set into the fabric. Not all stains can be removed, even by a dry cleaner. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Apply an enzyme cleaner on an inside seam to spot test it. Spray a clean dry towel with the enzyme cleaner and apply the towel to the seam.
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Let the seam dry completely and look for any damage or discoloration. If the fabric appears fine you can try to remove the stain. If a stain occurs, use a sponge soaked in warm, soapy water and wrung out. Dab the seam with the sponge. Wait until it dries and re-examine. If the fabric still discolors you should allow a dry cleaner to clean the item.
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Blot the stain with a clean, dry towel. Spray the towel with a small amount of enzyme cleaner or clean the area with a damp soapy sponge. Dab the stain gently. Do not scrub the stain because this can spread it and make it worse. Continue dabbing the stain until it disappears.
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Tips & Warnings
Do not iron the stain or place the garment in a hot dryer. This will set the stain and make it harder to remove.
