Check Stains and Remove Them
Stains like ink, lipstick, nail polish, grease, paint, tea, and coffee can spoil clothes.
A stain is an unwanted mark of discolouration caused by contact with another substance.
Fresh stains are easier to remove, while old stains take more effort and may not come off completely.
Stains should be removed immediately and before washing, as some may become permanent when exposed to soap, detergent, hot water, or ironing.
Different types of stains need specific removal techniques and agents based on the type of fabric.
Using the wrong stain remover can damage the fabric or its colour.
Stains can be identified by their colour, smell, and feel:
Colour (e.g., curry – yellow, tea/coffee – brown, grass – green)
Smell (e.g., egg, paint, shoe polish)
Feel (e.g., paint or sugar makes fabric stiff, lipstick or shoe polish makes it slippery)