Give Your Purse a Deep Clean and Remove Dessert Wine Stains in No Time!
Dessert wine is a sweet treat for the taste buds, but it can be quite messy to handle. You don’t have to throw out your favorite handbag or purse if you get dessert wine on it. With a few simple cleaning supplies, you can restore your purse to its original glory. Read on to learn how to remove desert wine stains from your handbag with ease.
Updated 22 Feb 2023
By Matej Kramberger
Steps to Take
- Identify the material of your handbag - Before you start removing the dessert wine stains, take a moment to identify material of your handbag. Different materials require different cleaning techniques.
- Blot up the stain - Blot up any liquid on the surface of handbag with a cloth or paper towel. Do not rub, as that could spread the stain and make it more difficult to remove.
- Mix a cleaning solution - Mix a small amount of mild detergent and warm water, stirring until the mixture forms suds. Dip a clean cloth into the solution and wring out any excess water.
- Gently scrub the stain - Gently scrub area of the purse that has been stained with the soapy cloth. Take care not to rub too hard, as this could damage the material. If necessary, use a toothbrush to reach smaller areas of the purse.
- Rinse the stained area - Rinse the area with warm water and blot with a clean cloth to soak up any remaining moisture.
- Let the purse dry - Allow the purse to air-dry completely before using. Use a hair dryer on the cool setting to speed up the drying process, if desired.
Additional Tips
- For leather purses, a small amount of leather cleaner or conditioning cream can be applied to the area after drying to help restore the material's shine and texture.
- If the dessert wine stain does not come out with the above steps, try using a vinegar and water solution. This often works better on certain types of fabric.
- If possible, rinse stain with cold water as soon as possible. This will help prevent the stain from settling into the fabric and make it easier to remove.