How to Take the 'Mess' Out of Ketchup Stains on Skirts
Nothing is more embarrassing than finding yourself in a situation where you’ve got ketchup stains all over your favorite skirt. Fortunately, there are highly effective techniques you can use to remove ketchup stains from skirts and return them to their former glory.
Updated 30 Jun 2023
By Blaž Stančič
What You Need to Clean the Ketchup Stains
To clean your ketchup-stained skirt, you’ll need following materials:
- Dishwashing liquid
- Mild laundry detergent
- White vinegar
- Scrub brush or cloth
- Laundry stain remover
Steps to Remove Ketchup Stains from Skirts
- Manually remove as much ketchup as possible from the skirt. This includes carefully scraping off any dried ketchup with a knife or spoon.
- Create a cleaning solution by mixing two teaspoons of dishwashing liquid, one teaspoon of mild laundry detergent, and one cup of white vinegar.
- Ease the cleaning solution onto ketchup-stained clothing (the skirt) and let it sit for about 10 minutes.
- Rinse the skirt with warm water.
- If there are still stains remaining on the skirt, sprinkle laundry stain remover onto the area and rub the affected area with a scrub brush or cloth. Rinse the skirt again with warm water.
- Repeat Steps 3 to 5 if necessary.
- Let skirt air dry.
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