The Best Way to Get Grease and Oil Stains Out of Your Blouse
Greasy stains can be one of the most annoying things to get out of your clothes – especially if it’s a delicate fabric like a blouse. But with the right technique and materials, you can easily get rid of oil and grease stains from your clothes without damaging them.
Updated 20 Feb 2023
By Brane Lukman
What You Need to Get Grease Stains Out of Blouses
- Borax
- Dish soap
- White vinegar
- Laundry detergent
- Olive oil or vegetable shortening
- Absorbent cloth
How to Remove Grease and Oil Stains from a Blouse
If you’ve just noticed a grease or oil stain on your blouse, the first thing you should do is blot it with an absorbent cloth or paper towel. This will help to absorb some of the stain. Don’t rub the stain, as this can cause it to spread and become more difficult to remove.
Once you’ve blotted up as much of the grease or oil as possible, sprinkle Borax onto the stained area. The Borax will help break down grease, making it easier to remove. Let the Borax sit for about 15 minutes before scrubbing it into the stain with a wet, soapy cloth.
After you’ve scrubbed, rinse the area with cold water and repeat the process until the stain is gone. If it still persist, pour some undiluted white vinegar on the stain and let it sit for a few minutes before rinsing again. You may also want to try applying some olive oil or vegetable shortening to the stain and then gently rubbing it into fabric with a cloth.
Once stain is gone, soak the blouse in a bucket of cold water and laundry detergent mixed according to package instructions. Let the blouse soak for at least an hour, then launder as usual.
Conclusion
Grease and oil stains can be tricky to get out of clothes, but with the right techniques and materials you can easily get rid of stubborn stains on your blouse without damaging the fabric. Just remember to blot up as much of the stain as possible, use Borax to break down grease, and soak the blouse in cold water and detergent for at least an hour.
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