Forget the Fear: Cleaning Traditional Clothing with Fresh or Dried Blood Stains is Easier Than You Think
No matter how hard we try, stains are bound to happen from time to time. Fresh or dried blood stains on traditional clothing can be a bit tricky, but with these simple steps, you’ll have your clothing looking as good as new in no time.
Updated 10 Mar 2023
By Mateuzs Kowalski
Removing Fresh Blood Stains
Remove excess blood with a cloth or paper towel. Gently press down and avoid scrubbing or rubbing fabric to prevent spreading the stain.
Soak the stained area in cold water for 15 minutes and then use a laundry detergent to scrub the area in a circular motion. Repeat this process until the stain begins to lift away.
Once you’ve cleaned garment, wash it in warm water with a regular detergent and let it air dry.
Removing Dried Blood Stains
Before you get started, make sure to test the specific cleaning method on a small and discrete part of the garment first.
Try pouring cold water over the stain, then use a mixture of detergent and vinegar to form a paste. Gently and carefully rub the paste into the area and let it sit for a few minutes before rinsing with cold water.
If the stain remains, try using a stain-remover spray or soak clothing in a solution of 1 tablespoon of white vinegar mixed with 2 cups of cold water for 30 minutes.
Once the stain has lifted, wash the garment in warm water with a regular detergent and let it air dry.
Conclusion
Cleaning a traditional clothing with blood stains can seem like an intimidating task, but with these easy steps, you’ll have your garments looking brand new in no time. Be sure to always do a small-scale testing on an inconspicuous part of the clothing before attempting to clean the stain, to avoid any damage.
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