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Stain removal
Some stains will not be removed in the
wash. It is wise to treat them before
laundering.
The following are simple but effective
treatments to use on any washable fabric.
Treat the stain as soon as possible and
launder soon afterwards to remove any
residual stain.
Ballpoint and felt-tip ink:
Dab with methylated spirit on cotton, wool
(not on acetate or triacetate fabric). (Test
an inconspicuous corner of the fabric first).
Fountain pen ink:
Sponge with cold water to flush out as much
ink as possible, or hold the fabric under
running cold water. Launder and treat any
remaining stains with lemon juice.
Grass stains:
Dab with methylated spirit (not on acetate or
triacetate fabric). Rinse in clear water.
Oil:
If heavy stains from cycle chain or car oil do
not come out in the wash, treat them with a
proprietary grease solvent.
Paint - Emulsion:
Sponge immediately with cold water and
then launder. If the stain has dried, soften it
with methylated spirit or a proprietary paint
brush cleaner. (Test an inconspicuous
corner of the fabric first).
Paint - Gloss:
Dab with methylated spirit or proprietary
brush cleaner (not on acetate or triacetate
fabric). (Test an inconspicuous corner of
the fabric first).
Rust (iron mould):
Rub with lemon juice and then sprinkle salt
over the stain and leave for an hour.
If subsequent washing does not remove the
stain, use a proprietary rust cleaner
following carefully the manufacturer's
directions.
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