Say Goodbye to Blood Stains with These Easy Clean-Up Steps
No one wants to make a bad impression due to a blood stain on their business attire. Whether it was caused by a nosebleed, accidently cutting yourself while getting dressed, or a surprise visitor, here is how to clean up the mess and leave your clothing looking good as new.
Updated 10 Mar 2023
By Nishat Asif
What You'll Need
- Cold water
- Borax (can be used as an alternative to detergent)
- Laundry detergent
- Hydrogen peroxide (optional)
- Clean white cloths
- Machine-washable soap
Step-By-Step Instructions
- If blood stain is fresh, rinse the area with cold water as soon as possible.
- Apply a paste made from borax and a few drops of cold water directly onto the stain.
- Using a clean white cloth, gently dab the stain until it has lifted. If necessary, repeat the process to get rid of any residual staining.
- Rinse affected area with cold water again and then apply laundry detergent to the stain.
- Using a clean cloth, dab the detergent into the stained area until stain lifts and you can no longer see it.
- If any staining remains, mix together equal parts of hydrogen peroxide and machine-washable soap in a bowl, then use a clean cloth to pat the mixture onto the stained area. Allow it to sit for approximately 5 minutes and then rinse with cold water.
- Allow your clothing to dry completely and you’re all done!
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