Grass stains on your clothes are often the price you pay for some summer fun. Chlorophyll, a strong pigment in grass, easily bonds to clothing fibers, making grass stains notoriously difficult to remove. But with the right techniques and a few common household items, you can vanquish those dreaded green marks in no time.
Armed with these simple, expert tips, you’ll have the best chance at removing tough grass stains for good with minimal effort. So, whether you’re dealing with fresh or set-in stains, delicate fabrics or sturdy denim, you can restore your family’s clothes to their former glory without spending hours in the laundry room. Here’s how to remove tough grass stains from clothes like a pro.
Watch the video above to learn how to remove tough grass stains on clothes.
How to remove tough grass stains on clothes
- Pretreat stains with enzyme detergent. Enzyme detergents are specifically designed to break down organic stains, like grass stains.
- If you don’t have an enzyme detergent on hand, mix equal parts distilled white vinegar and water. Apply to stains with a spray bottle and let soak for 30 minutes. Vinegar is acidic, which can help break down the stain. Mixing with water will help dilute the vinegar and prevent it from damaging the fabric.
- Both methods are safe to use on many different fabrics and colors, but it’s important to test any new cleaning method on an inconspicuous area of the garment first to make sure it doesn’t cause any damage.
- Once stains are pre-treated, wash the garment as you normally would with an oxygen laundry booster. Oxygen laundry boosters are a type of bleach that’s safe to use on colors. They work by releasing oxygen molecules that help break down stains.
- If stains persist, re-treat stains and run through another washing cycle before drying. It’s important to avoid drying clothes with any kind of stains on them as the heat can set the stain.
More grass stain treatment tips
- Act quickly. The sooner you treat a grass stain, the easier it is to remove.
- Blot, don’t rub. Rubbing can spread the stain and make it harder to remove.
- Use cold water. Hot water can set the stain.
- If the stain is still visible after washing, you may need to take the garment to a professional cleaner.
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