Erase Barbecue Stains from Your Jacket in Just Minutes!

Barbecue sauce stains are a menace to any jacket because they can leave behind an unsightly maroon patch. But you don’t have to give up on your favorite jacket yet. Here’s a few helpful tips to get your jacket looking good as new in no time.


Updated 19 Jun 2023

By Noemi Denker

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Steps to Remove Barbecue Sauce Stains

  • Rinse the stain in cold water as soon as possible. This will help to stop the color from penetrating deeper into the fabric.
  • Prepare a mixture of equal parts white vinegar and warm water and dab it onto the stain with a cotton ball or soft cloth.
  • Continue dabbing until the stain has been completely absorbed.
  • Apply dishwashing detergent directly onto the stained area and lightly scrub with a soft-bristled brush.
  • Once the stain has been lifted, continue to rinse with cold water.
  • If there is still a slight discoloration left after rinsing, try soaking the garment in a mixture of one part baking soda and two parts hot water for up to 30 minutes.
  • Finally, launder the article as you usually would and check for any remaining stain before placing in the dryer.

Other Solutions to Try

  • Hydrogen peroxide: mix one part hydrogen peroxide to two parts of warm water and apply directly to the stained area. Rinse and launder as usual.
  • Ammonia diluted in cold water: mix one teaspoon of clear household ammonia into one cup of cool water. Dab this solution onto the stain and rinse with cool water. Launder as usual.
  • Lemon juice: apply lemon juice to the stain and let sit for up to 30 minutes. Rinse with cool water prior to laundering.

Tips for Preventing Barbecue Sauce Stains

  • Protect your clothing with an apron or bib before handling any messy foods.
  • Dab excess sauce off of any surfaces prior to applying to your food.
  • Make sure to launder all affected items as soon as possible to prevent the stain from becoming permanent.

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