Holiday spills? Don’t Fret, We’ve Got You Covered!
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011
The Oregonian recently gave tips on how to save your your best table linens from stains. Ellingsaeter says, if you act fast you can save your linens!
Gravy: Pretreat or soak with a product containing enzymes. Soak for 30 minutes if stain is dry. Launder as usual; don’tdry until stain is out.
Red Wine: Blot out as much as you can with a clean cloth dipped in cool water. Pretreat with stain remover or liquid laundry detergent. Wash with fabric-safe bleach.
Cranberry Sauce: Soak in cold water (hot water sets the stain). Wash with bleach safe for the fabric.
Candle Wax: Lift wax with a dull knife. For what remains, place the cloth between towels as wax is absorbed.
For other stains, you can start with commercial detergents, degreasers and other products specifically formulted for stains. Or rely on these common stain busters:
- Alcohol: Removes grass, grease and soft drinks.
- Ammonia: Removes blood, perspiration, tea and urine.
- Borax: Removes fruit and juice stains.
- Hydrogen Peroxide: Removes scorch marks and chocolate.
- Lemon Juice: Removes ink, iodine and rust.
- Liquid Shampoo: Removes grease, oil and tar.
- Petroleum Jelly: Remove ink.
- White Vinegar: Removes alcohol, deodorants, coffee and glue.
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