Get Rid of Insect Repellent Stains on Polyester Fabrics with Ease
Summertime is best time to head outdoors and take in all that nature has to offer. Unfortunately, while enjoying outdoors, we often encounter pesky insects and need to use insect repellent to keep them away. But what happens when insect repellent stains our polyester fabrics? It can be a pain to try to remove this stubborn stain, but thankfully, there are methods that can make it less of a hassle.
Updated 04 Mar 2023
By Jacobim Mugabe
Step-by-Step Process for Cleaning Insect Repellent Stain from Polyester
- Soak the stained fabric in cold water for about 5 minutes.
- Mix together a solution of 1 cup of warm water and 2 tablespoons of white vinegar.
- Dab the solution onto the stained area with a clean cloth and allow it to sit for 15 minutes.
- Rinse the stained area with cold water.
- Use a mild laundry detergent and a toothbrush to scrub the stain gently.
- Rinse off the detergent with cold water.
- Repeat Steps 3-6 if necessary.
- Air dry fabric or set the delicate cycle on your washing machine.
Additional Tips for Removing Insect Repellent Stains from Polyester
- Pretreat the stain with a liquid laundry detergent before washing.
- If the stain has been there for several hours, add 1/3 of a cup of baking soda to the wash cycle to help lift the stain.
- Use a prewash stain remover, such as Shout, to help break down the stain before washing.
- Spray the stained area with a citrus-based cleaner, such as Orange Strength, and let it sit for 10 minutes before rinsing it off with cold water.
- Consider using an enzyme-based cleaner, like Zout, on the stain before laundering.
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