What kind of vinegar should I use?

White vinegar works best for cleaning insects repellent stains from tartan.

Will this work on other fabrics besides tartan?

Yes, this technique can be used to clean insect repellent stains from other fabrics as well, but use caution when treating delicate fabrics.

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How to Clean Insect Repellent Stains from Tartan

Tartan is a popular fabric for clothing, as well as upholstery and other home furnishings. Like any other fabric, tartan can suffer staining from insect repellents. Keep reading to learn how to clean insect repellent stains from tartan safely and effectively.

Updated 04 Mar 2023

By Luke Smith

What You’ll Need

White vinegar
Cold water
Liquid dish soap
Soft cloths or paper towels

Instructions

Mix 1/2 cup white vinegar into 1/2 gallon cold water.
Using a soft cloth (which can be a paper towel if necessary), dip cloth in the vinegar-water solution and dab the stained area of the tartan.
Once the stain is dampened, use a little liquid dish soap on the cloth and gently scrub the stained area.
Rinse the area with a fresh cloth dipped in cold water. Blot dry with a clean cloth or air-dry.

Tips For Preventing Insect Repellent Stains on Tartan

Avoid spraying insect repellent directly on your tartan clothing or other fabrics.
If possible, spray insect repellent onto your skin and not on your clothes.
Spray insect repellent onto a cloth or a piece of paper towel first and then rub it onto your skin.

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