Can I use cold water to clean a dessert wine stain?

No, in order to effectively remove a dessert wine stain from cotton denim, you must use hot water.

Can I use any type of laundry detergent to remove the stain?

No, you should choose a laundry detergent that is specifically designed to fight stains.

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Cleaning Up a Mess: Easily Remove Dessert Wine Stains from Cotton Denim

Accidentally spilled some dessert wine on your favorite pair of jeans? Don’t worry – this guide will provide a few simple solutions to remove even the most stubborn stains on cotton denim.

Updated 22 Feb 2023

By Isabelle Trottier

Dessert wine is one of the trickiest substances to clean up. Despite its sugary goodness, its deep red color can become permanently embedded into your clothing if you don’t treat it properly. If you’ve found yourself dealing with a dessert wine stain on cotton denim, here are a few steps that you should take:

Step 1: Blot the Stain with a Towel

Before applying any type of cleaner to the stain, use a white towel to blot up as much of the excess liquid as possible. This ensures that you won’t be diluting the wine or spreading it around further.

Step 2: Pretreat with Commercial Stain Remover

The next step is to pretreat the stain with a commercial stain remover product. Spray the cleaner directly onto stain and allow it to set for several minutes before attempting to wash. This gives product time to work its magic and loosen the stain.

Step 3: Wash in Hot Water with Detergent

After pretreating the stain, it’s time to launder the item. Use hot water and a laundry detergent that is designed to fight stains. If the stain is particularly stubborn, you may want to add a capful of bleach to the wash cycle. Once the cycle is complete, check the stained area to make sure the stain has been removed.

Step 4: Treat with Vinegar Soak

If some of the stain remains after washing, try soaking the item in a mixture of equal parts vinegar and water. Allow the item to soak overnight, then rinse it off and wash it again using hot water and detergent. This should remove any remaining traces of the stain.

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