What do I need to remove insect repellent stains from spandex?

You will need a clean cloth, laundry detergent, white vinegar, baking soda, an old toothbrush, and a spray bottle.

How do I remove the insect repellent stains?

Prepare the fabric by holding it in hot water for several minutes to loosen the stain. Then create a cleaning solution made of two parts laundry detergent, one part white vinegar, and one part baking soda. Apply the solution to the stain, scrub with an old toothbrush, rinse with cold water, and finally, wash the spandex in cold water using regular laundry detergent.

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Removing Insect Repellent Stains from Spandex - A Step-By-Step Guide

Insect repellent is great for keeping annoying critters away from you, however, it can leave stains on your clothing that linger. If you happen to get insect repellent on your spandex clothing, this step-by-step guide will help you remove those pesky stains.

Updated 04 Mar 2023

By Mateuzs Kowalski

What You’ll Need

A clean cloth
Laundry detergent
White vinegar
Baking soda
An old toothbrush
A spray bottle

Step 1: Prepare the Fabric

Start out by holding the stained area of the fabric in hot water for a few minutes to loosen insect repellent. Once the stain has loosened up, blot the area with a clean cloth and then brush it with an old toothbrush to lift the stain.

Step 2: Create Your Cleaning Solution

Mix two parts of laundry detergent with one part white vinegar and one part baking soda. Pour the mixture into a spray bottle and shake it up to make sure ingredients are completely blended.

Step 3: Apply the Solution to the Stain

Spray cleaning solution onto the stained area and let it sit for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, scrub the stain with the old toothbrush and rinse the area with cold water.

Step 4: Final Washing

Once the cleaning solution has been applied and the stain is removed, wash the spandex in cold water using regular laundry detergent. Be sure to read the instructions on the detergent bottle.

Conclusion

With a few simple steps and a little bit of patience, you can effectively remove insect repellent stains from your spandex clothing. Just remember to always test any cleaning solutions on an inconspicuous area of the fabric to avoid unintentional damage.

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