How to Remove Yellow Stains Left by Oxyclean
Although the stain remover Oxiclean can remove stains from clothing and other types of fabric, a slightly yellow stain may occur due to the cleaner's hydrogen peroxide ingredient. In order to remove the stain from the material, you can use natural, acidic household items to remove the yellow stain, and are safer to use on fabric than commercial bleaching agents. To avoid further damage, it is important to spot test all cleaning products prior to using it to ensure the desired results. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Small mixing bowl
- 2 tbsp white distilled vinegar
- White washcloth
- Dishwashing hand soap
- 2 tbsp baking soda
- Cotton ball
- 1 cup club soda
Instructions
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Remove Yellow Stains with Vinegar
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Pour 1 tbsp of white distilled vinegar into a mixing bowl, and dip a clean cloth into the bowl to absorb the cleaning agent.
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Blot the yellow stain until it is saturated, and allow it to sit for five to six minutes.
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Rinse the stain with cool water, and continue blotting the stain with the vinegar-soaked washcloth until the stain dissipates.
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Pour two to three drops of dishwashing liquid directly on the stain, and scrub the stain with a toothbrush to lift the stain, according to Kimberly Delaney, author of "Clean Home Green Home."
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Launder the garment as directed, and allow the garment to line dry.
Remove Stains with Hydrogen Peroxide
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Pour 1 tbsp of baking soda into the mixing bowl, and dip a clean washcloth into the mixture. According to Delaney, baking soda is a natural stain lightener that is safe to use on clothing and other types of fabric.
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Gently blot the yellow stain until it is saturated with the mixture.
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Saturate a cotton swab with club soda, and dab the stain. The bubbles in the club soda lifts the stains from the fabric's fibers, according to Delaney.
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Launder the garment as instructed, or blot the wet spot with a clean, white cloth and cool water. Allow the spot to dry overnight.
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