How to Remove Coffee and Tea Stains From Fabric
Upsetting your cup is a tea party faux pas - but it doesn't have to ruin your clothes. Here's how to get rid of those stains.
- Difficulty:
- Easy
Instructions
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Blot the stain immediately with paper towels.
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Sponge the stain using cool water.
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Apply a laundry stain remover.
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Wash and allow to air dry.
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Tips & Warnings
Avoid exposing the fabric to heat until the stain has been completely lifted.
Fabrics that require dry cleaning should be treated professionally.
Mix a solution of 1 tbsp. ammonia and 2 c. water if the stain persists, and blot the solution onto the spot.
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Comments
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Sep 17, 2006
Pour hydrogen peroxide directly on the stain. It will foam as it reacts with the blood, but will not harm the fabric. Let it sit several minutes, repeating the process until the stain is nearly gone, and stops foaming. Wash normally.
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Sep 17, 2006
Pour hydrogen peroxide directly on the stain. It will foam as it reacts with the blood, but will not harm the fabric. Let it sit several minutes, repeating the process until the stain is nearly gone, and stops foaming. Wash normally.
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Mar 22, 2006
I tried it on a white T-shirt that I spilled espresso on. I took it off the second I spilled on it and dunked it in water, so I doubt the stains had dried yet. Right now the shirt is sitting in the sink with bleach on it, but the stains aren't totally gone. I tried baking soda and rubbing alcohol also, but since I didn't have any enzyme stain remover around and the store is closed, I can't comment on how that works.
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Mar 22, 2006
I tried it on a white T-shirt that I spilled espresso on. I took it off the second I spilled on it and dunked it in water, so I doubt the stains had dried yet. Right now the shirt is sitting in the sink with bleach on it, but the stains aren't totally gone. I tried baking soda and rubbing alcohol also, but since I didn't have any enzyme stain remover around and the store is closed, I can't comment on how that works.
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Jan 16, 2006
My sister told me to use Soft Scrub on a tea stain on my white coat. I put it on a toothbrush, with a little bit of water, then let it sit. I added water and brushed around until the stain was gone (about 30 minutes).
