Cleaning up Ink stains from Sweatpants: Step-by-Step Guide
Ink stains on your favorite sweatpants are never fun. Don't worry, we are here to help! This article will guide you through simple steps to remove ink stains from your sweatpants.
Updated 20 Feb 2023
By Nishat Asif
Things you'll need for cleaning
Before you begin, make sure you have these items:
- White cloths
- Paper towels
- Cleaning apron
- Glycerin
- Hair dryer (optional)
Removing the Stain
- Lay the sweatpants flat on a hard surface and put a clean, white cloth underneath to absorb any moisture.
- Dab the stain with clean paper towels until most of the ink has been removed.
- Put on a cleaning apron to protect your clothing from the ink stain.
- Apply glycerin directly to the stain and rub gently with a clean towel in a circular motion.
- Allow the glycerin to sit on the stain for 5 minutes.
- Dampen a clean cloth with lukewarm water and press it against the stain.
- Repeat step 6 until ink stain is gone.
- If the stain persists, use a hair dryer set to low heat to dry area, or just leave it to air dry.
Tips for Prevention
- Always check pockets for pens and other sharp objects before laundering.
- Don’t leave ink pens lying around on furniture or other surfaces.
- Try to wash the sweatpants as soon as ink stain is noticed.
- Check the ingredients label on the sweatpants to make sure they are safe to use with glycerin.
Conclusion
With the right knowledge and supplies, removing ink stains from your sweatpants is not a difficult task. If you follow steps outlined above, you should be able to get rid of the ink stain in no time. Good luck!
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