Four easy ways to banish summer stains with ingredients you already have
THE better the weather, the more fun we can have outside.
But outdoor activities increase the amount of muck and marks on clothing and carpets.
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Follow these tips to banish summer stains, using ingredients you likely already have lying around your home . . .
GRASS: Warmer and lighter days make it easier for kids to play outside. But don’t be surprised when they end up with grass-stained clothing.
First, try rubbing the stained area with cold water and a little detergent, as warmer temperatures will help set the stain.
For tougher stains mix up a paste of vinegar and baking soda to rub over the spot. Leave to soak for 30 minutes before putting in the washing machine.
For more delicate or brightly coloured clothing, it’s a good idea to do a patch test first.
OIL AND SAUCE: Summer means barbecues, but ketchup, burgers and oily foods can end up in greasy stains.
Fortunately, there’s a cheap solution already sitting in your cupboard. Washing-up liquid lifts grease from clothing as well as from pots and pans.
Simply cover the area with liquid and gently rub the stain before washing as normal.
FAKE TAN: White shaving foam can work wonders for shifting make-up, oil-free foundation and fake tan from clothes, carpets and mattresses.
Use with water and gently rub the stain with a soft brush before leaving for 20 minutes and then rinsing away with cool water.
PAINT: Warmer days are great for doing a spot of DIY, but paint spatters on carpets or fabric are less than ideal.
Use hand sanitiser liquid to help get rid of the stains. The higher the alcohol content, the better.
Just spray or gently rub into the stain using a microfibre cloth and the marks should start to disappear.
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