What steps should I take to remove ink stains from cargo pants?

Blot the stain, pretreat or presoak the cargo pants, wash and then dry the pants. If the stain still remains, repeat the steps before drying.

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Cleaning Ink Stains off Cargo Pants Fast and Easy

When unfortunate ink stains happen to your favorite pair of cargo pants, don't despair. With a few simple steps and supplies, you can be back to wearing them in no time!

Updated 20 Feb 2023

By Matej Kramberger

Accidents happen, and when they involve ink and your favorite cargo pants it may seem like the end of the world. Before you throw away your beloved pair of cargo pants, try these steps to get them looking good as new:

Step 1: Blot the stain

Using a paper towel or a clean, dry cloth, blot the stain vigorously. Do not scrub area, as this will spread the stain farther and make it more difficult to remove.

Step 2: Pretreat or Pre-soak

For tougher stains, pretreat or presoak cargo pants. Use a laundry detergent with enzymes or an oxygen-based bleach and follow the product’s directions for its use. If you are unsure, check the care label on your cargo pants.

Step 3: Wash

Once the stain is removed, launder the cargo pants according to care label instructions. Use the hottest water possible for the fabric. If the stain still remains, repeat steps 1-3 before drying.

Step 4: Dry

Check stain before placing the cargo pants in the dryer. If the stain is still visible, repeat steps 1-3 until the stain is gone. Once the stain is gone, tumble dry them according to the care label instructions.

Following these steps should help remove ink stains from your cargo pants in no time. The sooner you act on stains, better the results will be. So be sure to take fast action whenever you have an ink stain situation.

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