What cleaning supplies do I need to remove a chocolate stain from gingham fabric?

You'll need dish soap or detergent, white vinegar, a scrub brush, baking soda, and a soft cloth or sponge.

How do I apply the baking soda paste to the stain?

Mix one teaspoon of baking soda with two teaspoons of cold water to create a paste. Rub the paste into the stained area in a circular motion.

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Using Household Supplies to Get Gingham Good As New After a Chocolate Stain

Accidents happen, and food spills are no exception. Chocolate stains on gingham can be especially tricky to remove, as the fabric is usually light in color and has intricate designs. Thankfully, with a few household supplies, you can easily restore your gingham fabric and make it look like new again in no time.

Updated 14 Feb 2023

By Luke Smith

What You'll Need

Dish soap or detergent
White vinegar
Scrub brush
Baking soda
Soft cloth or sponge

Step 1: Soak the Stain

To begin, mix a solution of one tablespoon of dish soap or detergent and one tablespoon of white vinegar in one cup of cool water. Submerge the stained area of the gingham fabric in the solution for about 15 minutes. If stain is very large, you can double or triple the solution ingredients.

Step 2: Scrub Stain

Once the fabric has soaked in the solution, gently agitate the stained area with a scrub brush. This should help to break up the chocolate and lift the stain from the fabric.

Step 3: Rinse Fabric

Rinse the fabric under cold running water, making sure to remove all traces of the solution. It is important to use cold water here, as hot water can cause chocolate stains to set.

Step 4: Apply Baking Soda Paste

Mix together one teaspoon of baking soda and two teaspoons of cold water to create a paste. Take a soft cloth or sponge and rub the paste into the stained area. Be sure to rub in a circular motion to get the baking soda into all of the creases and small details of the gingham fabric.

Step 5: Launder the Fabric

Launder fabric according to the care instructions on the label. You can add a scoop of white vinegar to the wash if needed to help remove any remaining odors.

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