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Make Your Raincoat Shine Again: How to Get Rid of Glue Stains

Q: How do I spot clean the area?

Use a clean cloth or sponge to spot clean the area with a little bit of detergent and warm water. Make sure to scrub gently so you don't damage the fabric.

Regularly cleaning your favorite raincoat will keep it looking brand new and ensure that it lasts for many years. While most dirt and stains can be removed easily, glue stains can often seem like a more difficult challenge. This article will help you understand how to safely and effectively remove glue stains from raincoats.

Updated 01 Jul 2023

By Peter Blackwood

Step 1: Pre-Treat the Stain

The first step to making sure that you get rid of the glue stain on your coat is to pre-treat it. Place a few paper towels over the area and press down. This will help absorb the excess glue. You may have to do this several times to make sure all the glue is removed.

Step 2: Soak the Affected Area

Once you have removed most of glue, you can start to soak the affected area. Fill a sink with warm water and add a few drops of mild laundry detergent. Soak the area of the coat for 15-20 minutes, then rinse it thoroughly with cool water.

Step 3: Spot Clean the Area

Use a clean cloth or sponge to spot clean the area of the coat with a little bit of detergent and warm water. Make sure to scrub gently so you don't damage the fabric of the coat. Rinse area again with cool water.

Step 4: Machine Wash the Raincoat

After you have finished spot cleaning the coat, you can put the entire coat in the washing machine. Choose the delicate cycle and use cool water and mild laundry detergent. Hang the coat up to dry.

Conclusion

As you can see, removing glue stains from raincoat is not an impossible task. With some patience and a few simple steps, you can make your raincoat look like new again!

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