Don't part with your favorite item because of an accidental stain. There are many ways to help get rid of the problem.
We'll tell you in this article how to remove stains from jeans, including black ones, at home.
Universal ways to remove traces
The most common stains on denim are grease stains from eating and drinking. There are many homemade and industrial products that will not leave a trace of the problem. The choice depends on the situation and preferences of the hostess.
How to remove using folk remedies?
The stain should be removed immediately; there may not be time to go shopping to buy special household chemicals. Homemade recipes are less expensive and consist of ingredients that are always on hand.
Salt
Experienced housewives know that a natural absorbent - table salt crystals - will help deal with most stains on fabrics.
It must be poured onto the surface , allowed to work, and then shaken off the fabric.
The product must be washed after processing. To achieve a flawless result, you can add a stain remover to the powder.
Table salt works well on fresh stains from grease, wine, and other liquids.
Laundry soap
A panacea for many types of pollution. The algorithm of use is almost always the same. You can soak a bar in water, soap the area of fabric with the stain, leave it for a while, and then rinse thoroughly.
Some housewives believe that the product works more effectively in the form of a paste. The soap must be grated, add a little water, and treat the stain with the mixture.
To avoid the formation of stains on the fabric, the product must be washed. Pay special attention to rinsing to rid the fibers of the soap solution.
Potato starch
An effective remedy that can be found in the arsenal of every housewife. 15 g of starch must be diluted with a small amount of water until a paste forms, applied to the stain and wait until the mixture dries.
Shake off the product, remove any residue with a brush and put it in the washing machine. Starch can be seen in raw potatoes, grated.
Stains can be easily treated with acetone, alcohol, ammonia and even gasoline, but aggressive components can damage the structure and color of denim.
How to clean using household chemicals?
Leading manufacturers of household chemicals offer products for removing stains from fabrics with different compositions and spectrum of action.
Popular release forms:
- liquid products (gels, concentrates);
- powders;
- stain remover soap;
- pencils;
- napkins.
Housewives invariably trust:
Antipyatin Lemon solid soap
A product based on natural bile enzymes . Effectively removes fresh and old protein and organic stains and breaks down fat molecules even in cold water. Does not cause allergic reactions, suitable for children's things. Price 40 rubles per 90 g. Read reviews here, here and here.
Vanish Gold Oxy Action
Concentrated oxygen powder based on surfactants. The product is universal for all types and colors of fabric, does not contain chlorine. Removes difficult stains, used for pre-treatment, soaking and washing. Price 600 rubles per 500 g. Read reviews here, here and here.
Bagi stain remover spray 100 types of stains
A liquid surfactant-based product with enzymes removes stains of varying complexity from any type of fabric, including delicate ones. Price 400 rubles per 400 ml. Read reviews here, here and here.
No matter what marketers promise customers, there are no universal stain removers. Choosing a product for treating denim should take into account:
- origin of pollution;
- the period of its education;
- product colors;
- housewife's budget.
Before using stain removers, you must study the instructions for use on the packaging and apply to an inconspicuous area for testing.
How to remove stains from black jeans
You need to be as careful as possible when getting rid of rust, because aggressive substances can discolor black fabric.
Lemon juice can be used to remove dirt:
Pour water into a saucepan and put it on the stove to boil.- Lay the jeans on top so that the stain is above the steam.
- Contaminated areas are watered with lemon juice.
- The clothes are kept over steam for five minutes.
- Rinse well in cold water.
How to clean denim in different colors?
Stains from light-colored denim can be removed using ammonia. To do this, you need to mix 15 ml of ammonia and 200 ml of water, soak a cotton pad in the solution and treat the contaminated areas.
Then the product should be washed by hand and rinsed thoroughly. An effective solution to the problem is bleach , but it must be used with caution as it may leave lighter marks.
The popular product “Whiteness” contains chlorine. It easily removes dirt, but a new problem appears - yellow stains on the fabric, which also have to be removed.
Removing stubborn stains from black jeans is more difficult . Intense coloring is easily damaged by active ingredients, such as hydrogen peroxide. You won't be able to remove a white stain from a chlorine-containing product with alcohol either, but you can disguise it with a permanent marker. If the shade turns out to be richer than the main color, the painted area must be blotted with a napkin.
In order not to harm colored denim during stain removal, it is necessary to use universal industrial stain removers for colored laundry.
How to get rid of stains on various types of jeans
- We fight various pollution
- Home Remedies for Cleaning Dirt
- Household chemicals
- Traditional methods of combating pollution
- Fat removal methods
- Removing fresh stains
- Old stains
- Useful tips
Products made from denim have long been part of everyday life and have settled in it for a long time; it is very difficult to find a person who does not own jeans.
Caring for a piece of clothing is not difficult, clean it in time, refresh it, but first remove stains.
It is in the latter that many see the problem; not all usual means can remove stains on jeans without ruining them.
You shouldn’t be afraid of dirt of various origins; you can even remove old traces of grease, preserving the color and structure of the fabric.
The process is carried out in various ways, for which a variety of household products and substances are used.
Features of removing various types of contaminants
Not all stains can be removed from denim using universal methods. You need to act immediately, but it’s better to start by assessing the nature of the stain and choosing an effective and at the same time safe remedy.
Grass
Natural dyes are the most durable . To get rid of the green stain, you will have to try and wash the product more than once.
It is necessary to moisten a cotton swab in alcohol and thoroughly rub the affected area; the procedure must be repeated as the swab becomes dirty.
Next, place the product in the washing machine and select the normal cycle.
There is a more efficient way. Hydrogen peroxide and ammonia in a 1:1 ratio can even deal with old stains. There is a drawback - the solution can discolor the treated area of the fabric. Read more here.
Glue
The removal method depends on the composition of the glue. To get rid of PVA stains, you will need alcohol or a solvent. After treatment, the item must be rinsed in cold water. If you don’t have the necessary components on hand, you can replace them with table vinegar.
Large fractions of adhering glue can be removed by freezing . Place the product in a bag and place it in the freezer, then carefully peel off the cake with a non-sharp object. Details are in this section.
Fuels and lubricants
Diesel oil, engine oil or fuel oil will help remove gasoline from fabric. It is necessary to moisten a cotton swab in the liquid and lightly treat the affected area. Then put the item in the washing machine for a standard cycle using washing powder or gel. Details are in this article.
Blood
Organic contamination is more difficult to remove, but there are several effective ways to solve the problem. A fresh stain must be washed immediately in cold water. The lower its temperature, the better. Next, you should wash the product in the usual way with the addition of powder or gel.
It is impossible to remove blood stains in hot water; the protein will change its structure, penetrate deep into the tissue and remain in the fibers forever.
In addition to cold water, glycerin, a thick mixture of soda, salt and starch, is often used . And an ammonia solution can overcome even an old blood stain. Read more here.
Chlorine bleach
Chlorine is an aggressive component. When it comes into contact with fabric, it does not leave a stain, but discolors the area. The task is to restore color.
For denim, medical alcohol can be a salvation . It is necessary to generously moisten the swab in the liquid and rub the light stain, moving from the colored undamaged edge.
The alcohol will penetrate deep into the structure of the dyed fibers, and the dye can be distributed into the colorless area. Read more in this article.
Pen
Glycerin will solve the problem . It must be added to a container with water, soak the product for 2-3 hours and send it to the automatic machine, selecting the normal mode.
Medical alcohol and liquids based on it effectively remove traces of ballpoint pens. After treatment with a moistened cotton swab, the stain will disappear, all that remains is to wash it. Read more here.
Felt pen
Traces from markers and felt-tip pens can be removed with the product used to refill them . As a rule, this is alcohol or acetone. It is necessary to stock up on cotton pads, which will have to be changed as they become dirty and with patience.
After the stain disappears, the item must be washed to get rid of any remaining active ingredient and specific odor.
Wine
Table salt and a universal stain remover can easily remove traces of alcoholic beverages from fabrics, even those of a saturated color. It is enough to sprinkle the surface so that the natural absorbent absorbs the liquid, wash the item with the addition of a stain remover and rinse thoroughly.
If a red drink spills on a fabric, you can neutralize it with white wine.
Read more in this article.
Fat
It is customary to sprinkle greasy stains on clothes with salt , which is a natural absorbent. But you can do without it.
It is enough to pour a little dishwashing liquid onto the dirty area, let it break down the fat molecules (about 15 minutes) and wash the product as usual.
Some housewives add a little product to the main wash compartment to achieve a perfect result. Read more here.
Rust
The problem often appears after numerous washes in the area of the metal fittings of the product. You can neutralize contaminants with lemon juice or a weak vinegar solution (15 ml per 200 ml of water).
The liquid must be applied to the stain and ironed with a hot iron. The final stage is hand washing in warm soapy water. Direct contact of denim with a hot surface should not be allowed; it is better to use a napkin.
Soda
Powder is added for hand and machine washing.
Not recommended for use on wool. For best effect, use soda ash (baking soda).
Prepare lemon soda laundry detergent:
- Grate a piece of laundry soap.
- Add two tablespoons of salt, three tablespoons of citric acid, 500 g of soda to the shavings.
- Stir and pour into a tightly sealed container.
- Use as usual for hand washing.
To remove oil stains (gasoline, fuel oil, asphalt), mix baking soda and dishwashing detergent in equal proportions. Apply the resulting thick mixture to the dirty stain. Leave for half an hour. Rinse and wash the item.
Cover the dirty coat with baking soda, scrub lightly with a soft brush and leave for a while. Brush off the baking soda, shake the clothes
Advice from experienced housewives
Whatever type of stain appears on a denim product, professionals and housewives agree that:
- There is no point in trying to scrub most stains out of fabric with water. The density of the source of contamination may be higher; the liquid will not penetrate the fiber structure and will worsen the situation.
- Do not rush to put a stained item in the washing machine. The consequences of contact with water have already been mentioned. First you need to get rid of the problem.
- Contaminants should be removed on a surface that you don’t mind getting dirty. The fabric may fade during the process. The best option is to sit in the bathroom.
- To treat the stain, you can only use clean, plain fabric in light shades. Otherwise, a new one will be added to the existing problem - new stains will appear on the product that will have to be removed.
- Soak jeans in a medium-sized plastic bowl.
- It is necessary to react immediately to the appearance of a stain; stubborn stains are much more difficult to remove.
Urgent measures
The success of dealing with grease stains depends on how quickly you react to the problem. If you apply simple measures right away, there is a high probability that your jeans will regain their original appearance.
It is not necessary to use store-bought medications. Home remedies that you have on hand will help just as much as expensive stain removers.
Paper towel
Before washing off grease stains on jeans, it is recommended to blot the grease with a paper kitchen towel. It is advisable to do this immediately after it appears on the fabric - thin paper will almost completely absorb the oil stain.
It is not recommended to rub - simply lay a towel on the contaminated fabric. You will have to repeat the process several times until the paper stops absorbing fat. Wash your jeans as soon as possible.
Turpentine
Against fresh stains, it is recommended to use “heavy artillery”, which is ordinary turpentine. Apply the product to the stain and leave for a few minutes until completely absorbed. It is advisable to wash it immediately.
If fat quickly penetrates into the fibers of the fabric, it is better to use a mixture - combine ammonia and turpentine in equal parts. Add a little grated laundry soap. Mix well, apply a thin layer to jeans, wait 5-10 minutes, remove with a towel.
Baby powder or talcum powder
Dust oily stains thickly with talcum powder or powder. When the powder is saturated with fat, carefully shake off and repeat the process.
After using talcum powder or powder, it is advisable to wash your favorite item. Make sure that the stain has completely disappeared, if necessary, use other traditional methods.
