Got Coffee or Tea Stains on Your Tie? Here's How to Clean It!

A coffee or tea stain on your tie can be frustrating, especially if you have a big meeting or event coming up. Fortunately, there are ways to remove the stain without ruining your tie. In this article, we will cover various methods for how to clean coffee and tea stains from ties.


Updated 19 Jun 2023

By Brane Lukman

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How to Get Coffee and Tea Stains Out of Ties

  • Blot with a damp cloth: As soon as you notice stain, it helps to blot it with a damp cloth. This helps to absorb most of the liquid from the tie.
  • Apply baking soda: Sprinkle some baking soda on the affected area of tie and leave it on for about 15 minutes. The baking soda helps to absorb any additional liquid and remove the stain.
  • Wash with warm water: Once the baking soda has done its job, use some warm water to rinse away baking soda and encourage the stain to come out. If it worked, the liquid should be gone.
  • Rinse with cold water: Next, rinse the tie with cold water to help remove any residual baking soda and fully remove the stain. Pat with a dry cloth or paper towel to absorb any excess water from the tie.
  • Repeat if necessary: If stain is still present after you've finished the steps above, you can try repeating them until the stain is gone.

Other Ways to Remove Coffee and Tea Stains from Ties

  • Borax: Mix 1 tablespoon of borax with 2 tablespoons of warm water and apply the mixture to the stained area of the tie. Leave it on for 15 minutes, then rinse with cold water.
  • Vinegar: Mix 1 part white vinegar and 2 parts warm water and apply the mixture to stained area of the tie. Leave it on for 15 minutes, then rinse with cold water.
  • Lemon juice: Mix lemon juice and salt and apply the mixture to the stained area of the tie. Leave it on for 15 minutes, then rinse with cold water.
  • Shaving cream: Apply some shaving cream to the stained area of the tie and leave it on for 15 minutes. Rinse with cold water.

Tips for Preventing Coffee and Tea Stains on Ties

  • Avoid wearing ties near hot drinks: If you're going to be in a situation where there is potential for spilling hot drinks on your tie, consider leaving it at home.
  • Choose the right fabric: Natural fabrics like cotton and silk are more porous than synthetic fabrics, so they are more likely to absorb liquids. When choosing a tie fabric, opt for a synthetic material such as polyester or nylon.
  • Treat the tie with a stain repellant: For extra protection against spills, you could treat your tie with a stain repellant. This will make it more difficult for liquids to penetrate the fabric.

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