How to Easily Remove Feces Stains From an Abaya
An Abaya is a traditional robe or cloak worn by women in some Islamic countries. Due to its use in public, it can easily get stained and even soiled with feces. But thankfully, there are some simple steps you can take to effectively clean these stains.
Updated 08 Mar 2023
By Nishat Asif
What You’ll Need
- A washing machine
- Laundry detergent
- Borax
- White vinegar
- Hydrogen peroxide
Instructions
- Before you begin washing process, pretreat the stain by blotting it with a paper towel. Make sure to not rub the stain in further.
- Mix together 1 teaspoon of laundry detergent, 1 teaspoon of borax, ½ teaspoon of white vinegar and 1 cup of hydrogen peroxide in a bowl.
- Apply cleaning solution to the stained area and let stand for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, rinse off solution with cold water.
- Wash abaya in your washing machine on the delicate cycle with cold water. Do not use hot water as this may cause the stain to become permanent.
- When the cycle is done, hang the garment to air dry. Do not use a clothes dryer as the heat may set the stain.
Tips
- Avoid using any type of bleach when treating the stain. This can damage the fabric of the abaya.
- If the stain persists, repeat Steps 1-5 until it is gone.
- If abaya is made from silk, substitute the hydrogen peroxide for cold water.
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