How to Get (Almost) Every Kind of Stain Out of Your Clothes

Summary

This video demonstrates simple and effective home remedies for removing common stains. It covers three main stain categories: earth-based (e.g., coffee, wine), protein-based (e.g., blood, meat juices), and oil-based (e.g., makeup, grease). The presenter explains how to make homemade solutions using common household items like dishwashing detergent, vinegar, ammonia, peroxide, and acetone. Tips include testing solutions on inconspicuous areas and treating stains promptly with cold water. The video aims to help viewers save time and money by showing them easy, DIY stain removal techniques for everyday messes.

Takeaways

• 😀 There are three main groups of stains: earth-based, protein-based, and oil-based.
• 😀 Earth-based stains come from natural sources like fruit juices, red wine, and teas.
• 😀 Protein-based stains are from body substances such as blood, milk, and perspiration.
• 😀 Oil-based stains originate from substances like cooking oils, hair gels, and makeup.
• 😀 For earth-based stains like coffee, mix dishwashing detergent, vinegar, and water as a cleaning solution.
• 😀 Always test cleaning solutions in an inconspicuous area of the garment before full application.
• 😀 When cleaning an earth-based stain, rinse the area with cold water first to see if it will come out.
• 😀 For protein-based stains like blood, mix ammonia, peroxide, detergent, and water to create a cleaning solution.
• 😀 For oil-based stains, use a solution of grease, water, and optionally acetone for tougher stains (but avoid on acetate fabrics).
• 😀 When cleaning oil stains, let the solution sit for a while for optimal results before washing the garment.
• 😀 After applying any stain solution, follow up with a mild detergent wash, and consider using safety bleach for tougher stains.

Q & A

What are the three main groups of stains mentioned in the video?

The three main groups of stains are Earth-based (e.g., fruit juices, tea, red wine), Protein-based (e.g., blood, milk, perspiration), and Oil-based (e.g., grease, makeup, cooking oils).

Why is it important to test the stain remover solution on an inconspicuous area of the garment first?

Testing the solution on a hidden area helps to ensure that it does not cause the color of the fabric to bleed or get damaged.

What is the recommended first step when dealing with Earth-based stains?

The first step is to rinse the stain with cold water to see if it will come out before applying the stain remover.

What ingredients are used to create the Earth-based stain remover solution?

The Earth-based stain remover is made by mixing 2 ounces of dishwashing detergent (degreaser), 2 ounces of white vinegar, and 2 ounces of water.

What is the suggested method for applying the Earth-based stain solution?

The solution should be applied directly onto the stain, and then tamped gently with a cloth to lift the stain.

What ingredients are used to make the Protein-based stain remover solution?

The Protein-based stain remover is made with 2 tablespoons of water, 1 teaspoon of ammonia, 1 teaspoon of hydrogen peroxide, and 1 teaspoon of dish detergent.

How should Protein-based stains like blood or meat juice be treated?

Apply the Protein-based stain remover solution to the stain, gently tamp the area with a cloth, and remove any excess with a spoon or cloth to avoid spreading the stain.

What are the main ingredients for the Oil-based stain remover?

The Oil-based stain remover is made with 1 ounce of grease (or oil), 1 ounce of water, and optionally acetone (only if it is safe for the fabric).

Why should acetone be used cautiously when removing Oil-based stains?

Acetone should be used carefully because it can damage certain fabrics, particularly those made from acetate.

What should you do after applying the Oil-based stain remover to the fabric?

After applying the solution, let it sit for a while to break down the stain, then wash the fabric with mild detergent and safe bleach if necessary.