set in stains problem??

Question

i need to get an ink stain out, its only been on for about a day, and i've tried spray and wash but forget if its hot that sets the stain or cold to wash it and scrape the ink off..

also.. whats the best stain remover for set in stains/stubborn stains.

oxyclean sucks.. it does not work for me.

Answer 1

Try hairspray (pump or aerosol) for the ink. Douse the stain with the hairspray & then rub hard with a bar of soap (bath or laundry). Rinse in cold water (Hot water can set non-greasy stains). Wash as usual.

You can also try rubbing alcohol to lift the ink.

On colored items, you can soak the garment in milk. They say it works. On white fabrics, rub the area with a mix of lemon juice and salt. Hang to dry in the sun.

For the set in stains, mix a diluted solution of vinegar, soap and water. Dampen a cloth with this solution and press firmly against the stain for several moments. Blot dry with a a rinse cloth.

You can also mix equal parts salt and baking soda, add several drops of white vinegar and enough water to make a paste. Check carpet for color fastness, then apply the paste to the stain and let it set. When it's dry, brush it away and the stain should go with it. For a particulary nasty stain, scrub it when you first apply the paste.

Hope this helps!

Answer 2

Put item of clothing on a piece of paper towel.
Just squeeze some of the dishwasher detergent on to the clothing. Make it thick enough so you can't see the stain through the gel.
Use a clean dry face cloth, or a dish cloth, and gently rub the stain, working the gel around until it almosts disappears. By this time, you should be seeing the stain starting to disappear.
If it is still there, put a little more gel on it and rub with your cloth again. It will come out this time. If it works the way it did for me you won't even know there was a pen mark there.

Make sure the Dishwashing detergent doesn't have bleach in it if this is a colored shirt though!

Answer 3

milk is what you use to get out the ink and as far as set in stains try to use the rub on spray and wash the stick . It works for me.

Answer 4

You might want to check these out. They are the to10 stain removers. There are more on the site I listed below. I've had good luck with some of the products I used ..Good Luck !


1) OxiClean Laundry Stain Remover
OxiClean Laundry Stain Remover removes set in stains on your toughest laundry disasters. Grass, wine, blood, dirt, and soft drinks are no match for the tough quick action of OxiClean Laundry Stain Remover. OxiClean Laundry Stain Remover does a great job on your water washable upholstery, and on kitchen and bathroom grime.

2) Tide Stain Brush
The Tide Stain Brush is a battery operated stain remover brush designed to rub Liquid Tide into stains allowing them to be pretreated and removed easily. This little gadget does a great job on stains and keeps you from having to get your hands as dir


3) Tide To Go
Tide To Go is a marker sized magic pen that removes fresh food and drink stains without the need for water or a washing machine. Tide To Go is handy to have in your home, car, and purse for those unexpected stains that need to be dealt with now.

4) Spray and Wash Dual Power Laundry Stain Remover
Spray and Wash Dual Power Laundry Stain Remover combines the power of a pretreater designed to wipe out oily stains with an enzyme cleaner that increases the ability to remove juice, coffee, and other food stains. This fizzing stain remover breaks down tough stains easily.

5) Oxiclean Stain Remover Wipes
OxiClean Stain Remover Wipes are a great option for on the go stain fighting needs. With the power of OxiClean's cleaner and the convenient form of a wipe, you'll never have to stay embarrassed all day over a little spill from breakfast. Try OxiClean's Stain Remover Wipes on all the little accidents you need to hide.

6) Zout Stain Remover
Zout stain remover is a great product to remove blood and protein stains from your laundry. Effective on all types of stains, Zout comes in a liquid, spray, and Oxy Foam varieties. A long time favorite among many housekeepers, Zout is powerful at knocking out tough laundry stains without a lot of effort from you

7) Spray and Wash Stain Stick
The Spray and Wash Stain Stick remains one of my favorite stain removal products. For busy families, the benefit of treating stains now and washing up to a week later is more than just convenient. The Spray and Wash Stain Stick is a great pretreater with a lot of convenience and ease of use.

8) Shout Gel
Shout Gel has a built in fabric brush that combines with the stain removal gel to make a powerful cleaner. Shout Gel is easy to use and effective on tough laundry stains. The gel works well even in cold water washes and rinses, making Shout Gel a fabulous choice for stain removal.

9) Bio-Kleen Bac Out Stain and Odor Eliminator
Bi-O-Kleen's Bac Out Stain and Odor Eliminator contains natural enzymes that break down organic waste. A super effective cleaner, Bi-O-Kleen is especially effective on smelly laundry stains. Bi-O-Kleen is also effective on carpet stains, drains, garbage disposals, diaper pails, pet stains, and bathrooms. Without any harsh smells or chemicals, Bi-O-Kleen is a fantastic stain and odor eliminator.

10) Clorox Bleach Pen
The Clorox Bleach Pen gives you the ability to bleach small stained areas on clothing without bleaching an entire garment. One end of the Clorox Bleach Pen has a small precision tip, perfect for navigating around a pattern on clothing. The other side of the Clorox Bleach Pen has a scrub brush to provide extra power when needed. Great for laundry, the Clorox Bleach Pen also does a great job in kitchens and bathrooms with bleaching needs
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