How do u get rid of bleach marks on a black top, without further damaging it?

Question

Somehow a liquid detergent left a bleach mark on a black top. Is there any way to get rid of it and replace the black color. It's a very beautiful and expensive top. Please help

Answer 1

You could probably use "Rit" fashion dye. I have a pair of black jeans that I just cannot part with. So, I dye them often LOL. Here's how it works, you purchase the Rit dye, and then get a big stew pot (i.e. pot with high sides), and boil water. Place the required amount of dye into the water and stir, then add your garment, and stir, stir, stir. Then, let it hang dry. Voila, it will be good as new.

Answer 2

It depends upon the fabric. In any event, you can't get rid of bleach marks because the black dye is gone, not covered. I have a black cotton sweater that I accidentally rubbed too hard in a stained area (about a square inch or more), and subsequently removed the dye and lightened it. I took a black permanent marker and painted over the spot. At first, it was noticeable, and I was ready to keep it as just a hang-out-at-home-top. But after a washing or two, it became impossible to see. You could also try dying the entire garment, as others have suggested. Again, it depends upon the fabric. Maybe you could post more about that so we can give you more specific info. Good luck!

Answer 3

There is a brand out there, I think it's called Rid and I believe it comes in a variety of colors. The only thing is is that I don't know where to find it. You can also try taking it to the cleaners and see if they have anything they can treat it with. Good luck to you.

Answer 4

you can buy black fabric dye. I think you use the dye in the washing machine, but u'll have to read the directions. and check to make sure it's safe for the type of fabricyour top is made out of - it should say on the box.

Answer 5

I would suggest either a back felt tip pen or have the cleaners try to dye it for you - you've already drained the color so the fabric may be weakened.

Answer 6

If it's a natural fiber (cotton, silk, etc.) you could try dying it. Sounds horrible, I know, but if it's bleached out already, then what do you have to lose? If it's a polyester type fabric though (rayon comes to mind) then you might be out of luck.

Answer 7

i always get a permanent black marker and color the spot,but each time you wash it to look and see if it needs coloring with it again because it will fade sometimes with wash!dyeing will not cover the spot if you dye it it will cover entire shirt and you will still have that lighter spot!

Answer 8

I don't know how easy or difficult it is to do, but it is possible with black fabric dye.

Answer 9

you'll have to dye it