Stains are a fact of life. Cushion covers, bedsheets, and table runners are all susceptible to stains. Whether it's a coffee spill, a grease stain, or a pet accident, stains can be unsightly and difficult to remove. Here are 10 different types of common stains and how to remove them from your cushion covers, bedsheets, and table runners:
1. Blood stains: Soak the stained area in cold water for 30 minutes. Then, apply a paste of baking soda and water to the stain and let it sit for an hour. Rinse the paste off with cold water and wash the fabric as usual.
2. Grease stains: Sprinkle the stain with cornstarch or baby powder to absorb the grease. Let it sit for 30 minutes, then brush it off and wash the fabric as usual.
3. Ink stains: Apply rubbing alcohol to a cotton ball and blot the stain. Be careful not to rub the stain, as this will spread it. Rinse the area with cold water and wash the fabric as usual.
4. Grass stains: Rub the stain with a bar of white soap. Then, rinse the area with cold water and wash the fabric as usual.
5. Red wine stains: Blot up as much of the wine as possible with a clean cloth. Then, pour white wine or club soda over the stain and let it sit for 10 minutes. Blot up the excess liquid and wash the fabric as usual.
6. Coffee and tea stains: Blot up as much of the liquid as possible with a clean cloth. Then, mix one part white vinegar with two parts water and apply it to the stain. Let it sit for 10 minutes, then blot it up and wash the fabric as usual.
7. Chocolate stains: Blot up as much of the chocolate as possible with a clean cloth. Then, mix one part dishwashing liquid with two parts water and apply it to the stain. Let it sit for 10 minutes, then blot it up and wash the fabric as usual.
8. Ketchup stains: Blot up as much of the ketchup as possible with a clean cloth. Then, mix one part baking soda with two parts water and apply it to the stain. Let it sit for 10 minutes, then blot it up and wash the fabric as usual.
9. Mustard stains: Blot up as much of the mustard as possible with a clean cloth. Then, mix one part white vinegar with two parts water and apply it to the stain. Let it sit for 10 minutes, then blot it up and wash the fabric as usual.
10. Pet accidents: Blot up as much of the urine or vomit as possible with a clean cloth. Then, sprinkle the area with baking soda to absorb any remaining moisture. Let the baking soda sit for 30 minutes, then vacuum it up. Wash the fabric as usual.
Here are some additional tips for removing stains:
- Test the stain remover in an inconspicuous area first to make sure it does not damage the fabric.
- Do not use bleach on colored fabrics.
- Air dry cushion covers, bedsheets, and table runners whenever possible to prevent damage from heat.
