How do I get fecal stains out of a collared shirt?

If a baby, pet or messy eater has left you with a stain on your nice collared shirt, you can remove it with just some everyday household items. Pre-treat the stain with rubbing alcohol, rinse with warm water, apply a detergent, soak the shirt in hot water for at least 30 minutes, rinse and check again, then launder as usual.

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How to Get Out Poop Stains from a Collared Shirt in 6 Easy Steps

If a baby, pet or messy eater has left you with a stain on your nice collared shirt, don't panic. You can remove that smelly and unsightly mess with just some everyday household items. Here's how!

Updated 08 Mar 2023

By Blaž Stančič

Step 1: Pre-treat the Stain

Using a cotton ball, apply some rubbing alcohol gently onto the stained area of your shirt. This will help to break down the proteins in the stain, making it easier to clean.

Step 2: Rinse With Warm Water

Carefully rinse collar of your shirt with warm water to remove any excess residue from the alcohol treatment.

Step 3: Apply a Detergent

Generously lather a mild liquid detergent onto the stained area of the shirt, being sure to cover every part of stain.

Step 4: Soak the Shirt

Fill a sink or bucket with hot water, and submerge the shirt into it. Soak the shirt for at least 30 minutes, agitating it occasionally to ensure the detergent is fully saturating the stain.

Step 5: Rinse andCheck

After the soaking period, rinse shirt off with warm water and examine stain. Repeat steps 1 - 4 and re-soak the shirt if necessary.

Step 6: Launder as Usual

Finally, wash and dry shirt as you would normally. The stain should be gone after this process!

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