How to Get Grease and Oil Stains Out of a Kimono: A Step-by-Step Guide
The delicate fabric of a kimono requires careful handling when it comes to cleaning grease and oil stains. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you make your kimono look like new again.
Updated 20 Feb 2023
By Jacobim Mugabe
Grease and oil stains are some of the hardest to get out of a delicate fabric like a kimono. But fear not–while it may be tricky, there are methods you can use to successfully get these spills out of your garment.
What You'll Need
- A roll of paper towels
- Dish soap
- White vinegar
- Borax laundry additive
- A toothbrush
- A clean cloth
Step 1: Blot the Stain
It's important to be careful here to avoid rubbing stain deeper into the fabric. Take a paper towel and gently press down from the outside of the stain and work your way in. This will help absorb some of the grease or oil.
Step 2: Make a Soapy Solution
Mix two teaspoons of dish soap with two cups of warm water in a bowl. Stir it up until it forms a sudsy solution. Dip your toothbrush in the soapy water and start scrubbing the stain. Be gentle while doing this, and work solution into the stain.
Step 3: Rinse With Vinegar and Water
Mix one teaspoon of white vinegar with two cups of warm water in a separate bowl. Dip a clean cloth into vinegar and water solution, then blot the stain with the cloth. This will help break down the grease or oil further and loosen it from the fabric.
Step 4: Apply Borax
Sprinkle some borax laundry additive onto stain and let it sit for 15 minutes. This will help absorb any remaining grease or oil from the fabric. Once the time is up, brush off the borax and check the stain.
Step 5: Repeat
If the stain is still visible, repeat Steps 2-4 until you get desired results. When you're done, launder the kimono according to the care instructions on the label.
Conclusion
Getting grease and oil stains out of a kimono may take a bit of patience, but following these steps will help you get the job done. Good luck!
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