Get Rid of Stains On Fabric

We have collected some tips on methods to remove many common stains on fabric, however they are a guideline only. We do not take any responsibility if these stain removal techniques don’t work for you.If you are unsure of any method it would be best to err on the side of caution and have your garment professionally cleaned. We hope that the information helps you.

Blood Stain

Wash fresh stains through the washing machine on the cold setting. For older stains use cold water and soap and gentle rubbing.

Grass Stain

Use dry cleaning fluid to spot clean before washing in normal washing powder.

Ink Stain

Sponge out with methylated spirits. This may take some work and the stain will spread as the fabric is wetted with the spirits but stain will eventually lift.

Alternatively some ink stains can be removed easily by spraying the stain with hairspray and then launder as normal.

Chewing Gum

Chill with ice and lift of excess. For any remaining gum spot clean with dry cleaning fluid.

Coffee

Use glycerine with a cotton ball and then wash in the washing machine.

Wine

Gently rub with vinegar and blot dry.

Paint

Use Methylated spirits for water based paints and turpentine of oil based paint stains.

Scorch

Whilst usually a permanent stain marks can sometimes be removed by gently rubbing with fine emery paper. This method is not suitable on fine and delicate fabrics.

Wax

Chill with ice and lift off excess. Spot clean any remaining stain with dry cleaning fluid and launder as normal in hottest temperature for the fabric.