How to Get White-Out Off Clothes

White Out is the perfect product for covering those little errors, especially when you're preparing a report or project where reprinting isn't an option. Originally developed for typewriters, White Out has remained a mainstay in the office due to its versatility and permanence.
That same permanence is the biggest disadvantage to using White Out: if you get it where you don't want it, it is virtually impossible to remove.

Things You'll Need

• WD-40
• Soft bristled brush
• Paper towels

Instructions

1. Scrape off any excess White Out using a spoon. Take care not to stretch the fabric.

2. Turn the clothing inside out and spray WD-40 on the back side of the stain.

3. Return the clothing to the right side and spray the stain directly.

4. Allow it to soak for one hour.

5. Run the stain under warm water. At the same time scrub the White Out gently with a soft bristled brush. The white coating will come off, leaving a pale stain on the clothes.

6. Blot the fabric dry with a paper towel.

7. Repeat the process once. The White Out will be gone.

8. Spot treat the area where you applied the WD-40 with liquid laundry detergent and wash as usual.

Tips & Warnings

• Test an area of clothing before use.