CHOCOLATE STAIN REMOVAL
Before using any of the following methods for chocolate stain removal, always read the washing or cleaning instructions on the fabric label.
Remember to test all treatments on a small hidden section of the material and if in any doubt, seek independent professional advice.
Check colour fastness and dye stability of the material before treatments.
Avoid using enzyme-based detergents and stain removers on wool and silk fabrics.
Never put a stained article into a hot wash or use hot dryer on it as the stain will set, making it extremely difficult to remove.
The sooner you treat the stain, the easier it will come out.
Treatment for getting rid of Chocolate Stains on Washable Articles.
- Using a palette knife or similar instrument, carefully scrape off any surplus chocolate.
- Blot off as much of the stain you can using an absorbent cloth or kitchen roll.
- Sponge the stain with warm soapy water. If necessary use a little detergent. Hand wash liquid or special laundry soap such as Vanish would also be suitable.
- Rub the detergent gently into the stain. Rinse the area with cold water. If necessary, add a little more detergent onto the stain and using an old toothbrush or a soft nail brush, gently scrub the stain and then rinse with cool water.
- Put the article into the washing machine on a warm wash using a biological washing powder.
Treatment for Chocolate Stain Removal from Carpets and Upholstery
- Remove surplus chocolate with a blunt knife.
- Try to place a pad of absorbent material under the stain to absorb any of the following cleaning liquids.
- Make a solution of one teaspoon of hand washing liquid into a cup of cool water.
- Using a cloth dipped into this solution, blot the area and with a clean absorbent cloth, dab the chocolate coloured water off.
- Try not to spread the stain by making the area too wet.
- Keep dabbing and blotting until there is no stain left.
- Rinse and blot the area with clean cool water and finally blot the area as dry as possible and leave to dry naturally.
For a list of all types of stain removal from carpets, fabrics and upholstery, please click
HERE
Click here to return from
Chocolate Stain Removal to the HOME PAGE
Image: joannawnuk / FreeDigitalPhotos.net
|