A-Z Of Fabric Stain Removal
The following is a general guide to cleaning everyday stains. Materialised can take no responsibility for damage caused by use of these suggestions. Please always follow the manufacturers’ cleaning instructions.
Often stains can be removed or results improved if blotted up immediately, while still wet or fresh:
- Use white towels or absorbent cloth.
- Keep blotting and changing the absorbent material until no more of the spillage or coloured matter is being removed.
- Pre-test all solutions on an inconspicuous area.
- Hold a white towel against the tested area for a few seconds and examine to make sure no colour has transferred.
- When using liquid cleaners, work from the outer ring of the stain, toward the centre.
- Always rinse with clear water and blot dry to finish, as detergent residue tends to attract soiling.
- If in any doubt, contact a cleaning specialist.
On this page we detail cleaning instructions for all stains shown in this table. Scroll below this table and click on the arrow next to the title to expand on cleaning information specific to each type of stain.
| Asphalt | Egg | Liquors | Red Wine |
| Beer | Excrement | Margarine | Rust |
| Beetroot | Fruit-Flavoured Drinks | Mayonnaise | Shoe Polish |
| Blood | Gravy | Medicine | Tea |
| Butter | Ice Cream | Milk | Tomato Juice |
| Chewing Gum | Ink (Ballpoint) | Motor Oil | Tomato Sauce |
| Chocolate | Ink (Water Soluble) | Mustard | Toothpaste |
| Coffee | Iodine | Nail Polish | Topsoil |
| Cola | Jam | Oil Paint | Vomit |
| Crayon | Lipstick | Prune Juice | Water Colours |
Asphalt
Scrape off bulk. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is on paper towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Or, Use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Beer
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.
Beetroot
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. Apply 3% hydrogen peroxide plus household ammonia and blot. Rinse with clear water and blot dry. If fabric stain is persistent go to next step. Wet stained area with water. Apply small amount of detergent/water solution, work into stained area with sponge and blot. Repeat detergent/ water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.
Blood
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.
Butter
Scrape off bulk. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is on paper towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use both Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover and Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Chewing Gum
Solidify with Ice and pick off bulk. If this is unsuccessful, wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is on paper towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Chocolate
Scrape off bulk. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is on paper towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Coffee
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of Soda Water or Tonic Water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. If fabric stain is persistent, apply 3% hydrogen peroxide. Let stand four hours and blot. Reapply 3% hydrogen peroxide, allow to stand 24 hours. Blot and allow to air dry for 48 hours. If stain is still evident, repeat with hydrogen peroxide. When stain is no longer visible, rinse with clear water and blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.
Cola
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.
Crayon
Scrape off bulk. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex). Blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is on paper towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Egg
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.
Excrement
Remove excess bulk. Blot stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use both Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover and Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover, then apply Crypton Care Disinfectant and Deodoriser.
Fruit-Flavoured Drinks
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.
Gravy
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is on paper towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.
Grease
Blot to remove excess liquid or bulk. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is evident on towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, Use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Ice Cream
Scrape off bulk. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is evident on towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, Use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Ink (Ballpoint)
Blot off excess ink. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is evident on towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, Use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Ink (Water Soluble)
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, Use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Iodine
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, Use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Jam
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.
Lipstick
Scrape off bulk. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is evident on towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, Use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Liquors
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry.
Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.
Margarine
Scrape off bulk. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is on paper towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use both Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover and Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Mayonnaise
Scrape off bulk. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is on paper towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use both Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover. and Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Medicine
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or Use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Milk
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is on paper towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.
Motor Oil
Blot up liquid. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is on paper towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, Use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Mustard
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use both Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover and Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Nail Polish
Apply nail polish remover to effected area with soft (white) towel or brush. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Or, use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Oil Paint
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain & scrape off bulk. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is on paper towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Prune Juice
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. Apply 3% hydrogen peroxide plus household ammonia and blot. Rinse with clear water and blot dry. If fabric stain is persistent, wet stained area with water. Apply small amount of detergent/water solution, work into stained area with sponge and blot. Repeat detergent/ water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.
Red Wine
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of Soda Water or Tonic Water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. If fabric stain is still evident, apply 3% hydrogen peroxide 97% water solution. Let stand four hours and blot. Reapply hydrogen peroxide solution, allow to stand 24 hours. Blot and allow to air dry for 48 hours. If stain is still evident, repeat with hydrogen peroxide. When stain is no longer visible, rinse with clear water and blot dry Or, use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Rust
Any of the methods given below are safe for white fabrics, but test on coloured fabrics before use. Lemon Juice – suitable for light stains on delicate fabrics. Spread stain over a bowl of boiling water and sprinkle with lemon juice. After a few minutes, rinse well and repeat if necessary. Lemon Juice and Salt – sprinkle stain with salt, rub with lemon juice and place in sunlight. Keep moist with lemon juice till stain goes. When stain is no longer visible, rinse with clear water and blot dry Or, use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Shoe Polish
Blot to remove excess or scrape off bulk. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is on paper towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Tea
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of Soda Water or Tonic Water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. Rinse with clear water and blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. If fabric stain is persistent, apply solution of 3% hydrogen peroxide 97% Water. Let stand four hours and blot. Reapply 3% hydrogen peroxide, 97% water solution, allow to stand 24 hours. Blot and allow to air dry for 48 hours. If stain is still evident, repeat with hydrogen peroxide. When stain is no longer visible, rinse with clear water and blot dry. Or, use both Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover and Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Tomato Juice
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.
Tomato Sauce
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.
Toothpaste
Scrape off bulk. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain is on paper towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Topsoil
Allow sod stain to dry. Vacuum excess. Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.
Urine
It is important to address this stain immediately, before the urine dries. The urine may react with the fabric dyes and cause permanent discolouration. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.
Vomit
Scrape off bulk. Wet stain with small amount of rubbing alcohol or dry cleaning spirit (Murlex) and blot dry immediately. Repeat until no stain evident on towel. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Purple – Ink, Grease & Oil Stain remover.
Water Colours
Blot to remove excess liquid or stain with (white) cloth or paper towel. Wet fabric with minimum amount of water, soak 1 minute, and blot with clean paper towel. Repeat water/blot procedure until no stain is evident on towel, and then blot dry. If stain persists, apply small amount of mild (colourless) detergent/water solution, work into stained area with soft brush or sponge and pad dry. Repeat detergent/water application until no stain is evident on towel. Always rinse with clear water to remove traces of detergent and blot dry. Detergent residue tends to attract soiling. Rinse with 50% white vinegar 50% water solution. Blot dry. Or, use Crypton Care Gold – Food, Beverage & Protein Stain Remover.