How to Clean Coke on a Quilt

While a tall glass of Coca-Cola may taste sweet, an unexpected spill on a quilt is anything but pleasant. In severe cases, you may need to contact a professional cleaning company to remove the stain or replace the quilt. Otherwise, you can take immediate troubleshooting steps to eliminate or reduce the appearance of the stain. Read any labels attached to the quilt for cleaning instructions to avoid using products that may make the stain more visible.

Things You'll Need

• Bucket
• Water
• Laundry detergent
• 2 white cloths
• Prewash stain remover
• Vinegar

Instructions

Stain Removal Suggested by Coca-Cola

1. Fill a bucket with 2 cups cold water. Add 1 tablespoon of a mild laundry detergent to the bucket. Shake or stir the bucket's contents until all of the detergent dissolves. Dampen a white cloth in the solution.

2. Wipe the stained spot using the white cloth in a gentle, circular motion to remove the stain. Once most of the stain is removed, set a dry, white cloth atop the stain. Place something heavy on top of the dry cloth, such as a book or lamp.

3. Leave the quilt overnight. Remove the heavy object and white cloth left on the stain. If the stain persists, take the quilt to a dry cleaning service. Do not use a hair dryer or put the quilt into the dryer if it is still wet, as heat will permanently set the stain.

Alternative Stain Removal Method

1. Soak a cloth in cool or cold water and dab at the stain on the quilt. Do not scrub the quilt, as this may cause the stain to spread. Each dab should remove the stain a little at a time. Continue to dab at the stain for about a half-hour.

2. Apply a prewash stain remover to the stain. Follow all directions on the bottle. You may not be able to use every brand of stain remover on your quilt, depending on the type of quilt.

3. Launder the quilt in a washing machine if it can fit into it. Wash in warm water.

Soda Stain Removal for Silk or Wool Quilts

1. Mix 1 cup of room temperature water with 1 tablespoon of liquid laundry detergent. Soak a white towel in the solution.

2. Dab the stain with the white towel for about a half-hour. When the stain begins to lessen, mix a solution with a ratio of two parts of water for every one part of vinegar in a small bowl.

3. Apply the water and vinegar solution to the stain and allow to dry.

References

• Ask Coca-Cola: How Do You Remove Coke Stains?
• Good Housekeeping: Stain Buster: Soft Drinks/Soda Pop
• Green Earth Cleaning: Fabric and Fashion Care Tips