How to Remove Chicken Wing Stains

Chicken wings are delicious but messy.

Chicken wings slow-roasted with layers of sauce and dipped in mounds of bleu cheese dressing are a popular treat. Chicken wings are small enough to be eaten by hand, usually leaving hands covered in sauce and cheese. Another hazard of eating chicken wings is that sauce is easily dripped on clothing, tablecloths and furniture. The oil and protein in the dish combine to make a stain that is sometimes difficult to remove. Depending on whether your stain is on clothing, upholstery or carpeting, try various methods to lift and remove the stain.

Things You'll Need

• Glycerin
• Stain remover, such as Shout
• 2 tablespoons of mild dishwashing liquid, divided
• 2 cups of cold water
• Bowl
• Clean white cloths
• 2 cups of warm water
• 1 tablespoon ammonia

Instructions

Machine-Washable Fabric

1. Apply glycerin directly to the stain and allow it to work for a few minutes. Glycerin is available in most drug and grocery stores.

2. Rinse with cold water.

3. Apply an over-the-counter stain remover and wait 15 minutes.

4. Launder the garment per the manufacturer's recommendations.

Upholstery

1. Combine the dishwashing liquid with water in a bowl.

2. Dip a clean cloth in the bowl and dab at the stain until it is saturated.

3. Blot with another clean cloth until the liquid is absorbed.

4. Continue to apply the dishwashing liquid and water solution and blot until the stain disappears.

5. Saturate the stain with clean, cold water and blot until dry.

Carpeting

1. Combine 2 tablespoons dishwashing liquid with warm water in a bowl.

2. Dip a clean cloth in the bowl and dab at the stain until it is saturated.

3. Blot with a clean cloth until the liquid is absorbed.

4. Continue to apply the dishwashing liquid and water solution and blot until the stain disappears.

5. Saturate the stain again with clean, cold water and blot until dry.

6. Mix ammonia with ½ cup of warm water in a bowl to combat stubborn stains. Apply and blot until the stain is removed.

Tips & Warnings

• Treat any stain as soon as possible. The longer it's allowed to remain, the more difficult it will be to remove.

• Stain removal is a trial and error process. Always try the mildest form of stain removal before introducing more destructive chemicals or combinations.

References

• Ohio State University: Protein Stains
• Real Simple: Summer Stain-Busters
• Good Housekeeping: Stain Buster -- Barbecue Sauce

Resources

• Ohio State University: Quick 'n Easy Stain Removal