Occationally at the Patch we have spills or something else and here are a few ideas I have found that help keep those cute little clothes looking new!
For Protein (baby food, formula, etc.) ~ Soak fresh stain in cold water and fub fabric to dislodge stain. Wash in warm water with detergent and I like to use Tide.Stain.Release.in-wash.booster!
Oil-based (pepperoni, butter, etc.) ~ Wash in the hottest water safe for fabric with detergent and again, I like to add the Tide.Stain.Release.in-wash.booster!
Tannin (coffee, strawberries, etc.) ~ Rinse stain in cool water. Then wash fresh stain in the hottest water safe for fabric with detergent and the in-wash.booster!
Dye (grass, blueberries, etc.) ~ Pretreat with a liquid stain release and rinse thoroughly. Wash in the hottest water safe for fabric with detergent and the in-wash.booster!
Combination (crayons, chocolate, etc.) ~ Scrape stain and scrub under hot water. Then wash in the hottest water safe for fabric with detergent and the in-wash.booster!
If you cannot get to the washer and dryer and need a quick fix, know the home remedy rules to stain-removal ~ but always test the fabric first:
For most cotton garments, brush the excess stain off the surface of the fabric by using a soft bristle brush or cloth and rinse it in cold water to dilute the stain. Wash in warm water when you get home.
Hydrogen peroxide can get rid of fresh blood stains. Again, toss this in the washer as soon as you get home.
I always like to keep the Tide.To.Go pen on hand for emergencies!
Ashley ~ Pumpkin Patch Daycare
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