Tipp-Ex correction fluid can be a lifesaver when removing an unwanted word. It also stains things with incredible ease. Unfortunately, removing correction fluid stains can be a bit of a trial. Don't despair; you can salvage your clothing and carpeting with just a few simple steps.
Things You'll Need
- Rubbing alcohol
- Pre-treating fluid
- Laundry detergent
- Paper towels or cloth
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Allow the Tipp-Ex to dry. Try and scrape it off. Depending on how old the stain is, and the material it stained, this may get the worst of it.
Apply rubbing alcohol to the stain and blot it out using a paper towel or cloth. Do this on carpeting or laundry. Test a small section of the material for colorfastness. Once the stain has been removed, rinse with water.
Use a pre-treating fluid on the stain and leave it to set. Laundry detergent also works if that's all you have on hand. Alternately, soak the garment in bleach if its chlorine-safe.
Wash the pre-treated, stained fabric in the washing machine, as you normally would.
Take the garment to the dry cleaner's if all attempts to remove the Tipp-Ex are unsuccessful.
