Your Complete Stain Removal Guide

How to Remove

1. 1Blot excess liquid immediately with a clean white cloth — never rub.
2. 2Mix 1 tablespoon dish soap with 2 cups cold water.
3. 3Apply solution to the stain using a clean cloth, working from the outer edge inward.
4. 4Blot repeatedly until no more colour transfers to the cloth.
5. 5Rinse the area with cold water and blot dry.
6. 6For dried stains, dampen first with cold water before applying the cleaning solution.

How to Remove

1. 1Act immediately — blot up as much wine as possible with a clean cloth.
2. 2Pour a small amount of cold sparkling water on the stain to dilute it.
3. 3Sprinkle a generous layer of salt or baking soda to absorb the remaining moisture.
4. 4Let it sit for 3–5 minutes, then vacuum or brush away.
5. 5Apply a mixture of 1 tablespoon dish soap and 1 tablespoon white vinegar in 2 cups warm water.
6. 6Blot with a clean cloth, working from the outside in, until the stain is gone.
7. 7Rinse with cold water and blot dry.

How to Remove

1. 1Scrape off any excess grease with a blunt knife or spoon.
2. 2Sprinkle baking soda, cornstarch, or talcum powder generously over the stain.
3. 3Let it sit for 15–30 minutes to absorb the oil.
4. 4Brush or vacuum away the powder.
5. 5Apply a few drops of undiluted dish soap directly to the stain.
6. 6Work it in gently with your fingers or a soft brush.
7. 7Rinse with warm (not hot) water and check the stain before drying.

How to Remove

1. 1Act immediately while fresh — cold water is your best friend.
2. 2Flush the stain with cold running water from the back of the fabric if possible.
3. 3Mix 1 tablespoon dish soap with 2 cups cold water.
4. 4Apply and blot with a clean cloth until the stain fades.
5. 5For stubborn stains, apply a paste of meat tenderizer and cold water — the enzymes break down blood proteins.
6. 6Let the paste sit for 30 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with cold water.
7. 7Repeat until the stain is completely gone before drying.

How to Remove

1. 1Place a clean cloth underneath the stain to absorb ink as it transfers.
2. 2Dab (do not rub) rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizer onto the stain.
3. 3Continue dabbing from the outer edges inward with a clean part of the cloth each time.
4. 4For ballpoint ink, hairspray or nail polish remover can also be effective.
5. 5Rinse with cold water after the ink has transferred.
6. 6Apply dish soap and work in gently, then rinse again.
7. 7Repeat the process as needed — ink often requires multiple treatments.

How to Remove

1. 1Remove any solid matter with a plastic bag or paper towel.
2. 2Blot up as much liquid as possible with clean towels — press firmly and let it absorb.
3. 3Mix equal parts white vinegar and water, apply to the stain, and let sit for 5 minutes.
4. 4Blot dry with clean towels.
5. 5Sprinkle baking soda over the area and let sit for 15 minutes to neutralise odour.
6. 6Vacuum up the baking soda.
7. 7Apply an enzyme-based pet stain cleaner and follow product instructions for full odour elimination.

How to Remove

1. 1Allow the stain to dry completely — treating wet grass stains can spread them.
2. 2Once dry, brush away any loose grass or dirt.
3. 3Apply undiluted white vinegar directly to the stain and let sit for 5 minutes.
4. 4Work in a small amount of dish soap or laundry detergent with a soft brush.
5. 5Rinse with cold water.
6. 6Check the stain before machine washing on a cold cycle.
7. 7For stubborn stains, a pre-treatment with rubbing alcohol before laundering helps.

How to Remove

1. 1Apply fresh lemon juice directly to the rust stain.
2. 2Sprinkle table salt over the lemon juice to create an abrasive mixture.
3. 3Allow the mixture to sit in direct sunlight for 1–2 hours — the UV helps activate the reaction.
4. 4Rinse thoroughly with cold water.
5. 5For hard surfaces, a commercial rust remover containing oxalic acid works well.
6. 6For tile and grout, apply the product with a stiff brush and rinse after the recommended contact time.
7. 7Repeat if necessary, as rust may require multiple treatments.

How to Remove

1. 1Let the chocolate harden in the freezer or with an ice pack if fresh.
2. 2Once solid, use a blunt knife or spoon to scrape off as much as possible.
3. 3Mix 1 tablespoon dish soap with 2 cups cold water.
4. 4Apply to the stain and blot with a clean cloth, working from the outside in.
5. 5Continue until no more chocolate transfers to the cloth.
6. 6For persistent stains, a little hydrogen peroxide on white fabric works well.
7. 7Rinse with cold water and blot dry before air drying.

How to Remove

1. 1Scrape off excess sauce with a spoon or blunt knife immediately.
2. 2Rinse the back of the fabric with cold running water to push the stain out.
3. 3Apply dish soap directly to the stain and work in gently with your fingers.
4. 4Let it sit for 5 minutes, then rinse with cold water.
5. 5Apply white vinegar to the remaining stain for 5 minutes to neutralise the acidity.
6. 6Rinse again with cold water.
7. 7Machine wash on a cold cycle and air dry — check that the stain is gone before tumble drying.