How to Remove a Coffee Stain from Clothes

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One of the most common clothing stains is coffee. It can ruin your day at the snap of a finger, but it doesn't have to. This easy method showing how to remove a coffee stain will save your clothes and keep you from having to send them to the dry cleaners. You only need a few household ingredients to get the coffee stain out and move on!

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Things You'll Need

  • 2 tablespoons of dish liquid

  • 2 tablespoons of white vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons of water

  • 2 clean cloths

Step 1: Dab the Stain with a Dry Cloth

Dab the stain using a clean, dry cloth and remove as much of the stain as possible. If the stain has already dried, skip this step.

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Step 2: Make the Cleaning Solution

Mix together 2 tablespoons of dish liquid, white vinegar and water.

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Step 3: Work the Solution Into the Coffee Stain

Use a clean cloth to work the cleaning solution into the stain. Most or all of the stain will disappear during this step.

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Step 4: Wash the Piece of Clothing According to Manufacturer's Directions

Your clothes should come out clean and stain free!

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Image Credit: Jessica Kielman
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