How do I remove grease and oil stains from my poncho?

Scrape off as much of the stain as you can, soak the area in hot, soapy water, launder the poncho in the washing machine, and if needed, bleach the area with a color-safe bleach.

Do I need to repeat the process if the stain doesn't come out?

Yes, if the stain is still present after laundering or bleaching, then you will need to repeat steps 2 to 4 until the stain has been removed.

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How to Easily Remove Greasy Stains from Your Poncho

If you own a poncho, then you know how easily grease and oil can get on it. Whether it’s from food or motor oil, these stains can be difficult to remove. Luckily, with the right methods and cleaners, you can remove these pesky greasy stains quickly and easily!

Updated 20 Feb 2023

By Matej Kramberger

Step 1: Scrape off as much of the stain as possible.

Using a spoon or spatula, scrape off as much of the stain as you can. Do not use a sharp object, as this could cause damage to your poncho.

Step 2: Soak the stained area in hot water

Once you have scraped off as much of the stain as possible, soak the area of the poncho in hot, soapy water. Make sure that the soap used is appropriate for the fabric. Let poncho sit for at least 15 minutes before continuing to next step.

Step 3: Launder the poncho in the washing machine

Once the 15 minutes has passed, place the poncho in the washing machine on delicate cycle. If possible, add a color-safe bleach to the load. This should help to remove any lingering grease stains.

Step 4: Bleach the poncho (if necessary)

If the stain has still not come out after laundering, try using a bleach designed specifically for fabrics. Follow instructions on the bottle carefully and do a test patch before applying bleach directly to the stain.

Step 5: Repeat as needed

If stain still remains after bleaching, repeat steps 2 through 4 until the grease and oil stains are gone.

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