What do I need to clean Berry Stains from Cotton Oxford?

You will need a bowl or bucket, white distilled vinegar, baking soda, liquid dish soap, and water.

How do I remove the Berry Stain?

Remove as much of the berry material as possible using a spoon or dull knife. Soak the stained area in a mixture of one cup of white vinegar and one cup of water. Mix one tablespoon of baking soda, two tablespoons of liquid dish soap, and one cup of warm water. Scrub the stained area using this mixture and a clean cloth, then rinse with cool water. Allow the area to air dry.

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Faster than a stain-bandit: How to Clean Berry Stains from Cotton Oxford

Who hasn't encountered the dreaded berry stain on their favorite cotton oxford? With a little bit of elbow grease, you can remove stubborn berry stains with ease and without harsh chemicals.

Updated 10 Mar 2023

By Blaž Stančič

What You Need to Get Started

A bowl or bucket
White distilled vinegar
Baking soda
Liquid dish soap
Water

Step One: Prep the Stain for Treatment

Before treating berry stain, you'll need to remove as much of the berry material as possible. It's best to use a spoon or dull knife to do this. Once you have removed as much of the berry material as possible, dab the stained area with a white cloth or paper towel. This will help absorb any berry juice that is still on the fabric.

Step Two: Soak the Stain

Once the excess berry material has been removed, you can begin to treat the stain. In a bowl or bucket, mix 1 cup of white vinegar and 1 cup of water. Soak the stained area in this mixture for at least 10 minutes. This will help loosen the stain and make it easier to remove.

Step Three: Mix a Cleaning Solution

While stained area is soaking, mix together 1 tablespoon of baking soda, 2 tablespoons of liquid dish soap, and 1 cup of warm water. Stir the mixture until baking soda is dissolved. This mixture can be used to scrub away the stain once it has been soaked.

Step Four: Scrub Away the Stain

Once the stained area has been soaked for at least 10 minutes, take a clean cloth and dip it into the cleaning solution you made. Gently scrub the stained area using circular motions. Once the stain has been removed, rinse the stained area with cool water and allow it to air dry.

Conclusion

With these simple steps, you can easily remove pesky berry stains from your cotton oxford. Keep in mind that repeated use of vinegar or chemicals containing bleach may cause fading over time so it is best to test a small area first before attempting to treat the stain.

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