How do I remove a ketchup stain from an evening gown?

To remove a ketchup stain from an evening gown, pre-treat the stain with a mixture of liquid laundry detergent and cold water. Rinse the area with cold water and then sponge the stain with a mixture of white vinegar and cool water. Machine wash the dress on the lightest cycle possible using cold water and a mild detergent. Hang the dress to dry and iron once dry.

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How To Easily Remove Ketchup Stains From Your Evening Gown

Ketchup stains are a common problem, but don't worry -- removing them from evening gowns is not as difficult as you might think! Here's how to do it.

Updated 01 Jul 2023

By Blaž Stančič

Ketchup stains can be very stubborn and may seem impossible to remove from delicate fabrics, such as those used for evening gowns. However, with the right cleaning methods, ketchup stains can be removed from evening gowns with minimal effort.

Pre-Treating the Stain

The first step in removing a ketchup stain is pre-treatment. To pre-treat the stain, mix a tablespoon of liquid laundry detergent with two cups of cold water. Using a clean white cloth, sponge the stain with the detergent solution. Apply gentle pressure to the cloth so that it removes as much of stain as possible. Once the area is saturated with the detergent solution, let it stand for five minutes.

Rinsing the Stain

After the initial pre-treatment, rinse the stained area with cold water. Use a spray bottle filled with cold water to rinse away the detergent solution. Use a towel to further blot the area and remove any excess moisture.

Cleaning Stain

Once the area has been rinsed, it's time to clean the remaining stain. Mix a teaspoon of white vinegar with two cups of cool water. Use a clean white cloth to sponge the stained area with the vinegar solution. Again, apply gentle pressure to the cloth while sponging to ensure maximum removal of the stain. Rinse again with cold water and towel dry.

Final Steps

After the stain has been removed, it's important to launder evening gown. Before laundering, pre-treat any remaining spots on the dress with heavy-duty liquid detergent. Machine wash the dress on lightest cycle possible using cold water and a mild detergent. Hang the dress to dry and iron once dry.

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