What should I do when a fresh ketchup stain appears?

Act quickly when a fresh ketchup stain appears. Blot up as much of the ketchup as you can with a paper towel and rinse the area with cool water.

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Get Rid of Ketchup Stains with These 5 Simple Steps

Q: What is the best way to treat a ketchup stain?

Apply a pre-treatment solution such as an enzyme-containing spot remover or a paste made with baking soda and water. Let the pre-treatment sit for 15 minutes before rinsing it away with cold water.

Accidents happen, but ketchup stains don’t have to be your pajama pants’ destiny. Whether you’re dealing with a new stain or one that’s been around for a while, here are some easy steps to take to rid your sleepwear of the dreaded red blotch.

Updated 01 Jul 2023

By Jacobim Mugabe

Step 1: Act Quickly

Act fast after stain appears! Fresh ketchup stains are much easier to remove than those that have been sitting around for a while. Blot up as much of the ketchup as you can with a paper towel and rinse area with cool water.

Step 2: Pre-Treat the Stain

After dabbing area with a wet cloth, apply a pre-treatment solution such as an enzyme-containing spot remover or a paste made with baking soda and water. Let the pre-treatment sit for 15 minutes before rinsing it away with cold water.

Step 3: Wash with Detergent

After the pre-treatment, start a regular wash cycle with cold water. Use a mild liquid laundry detergent and let the load finish its cycle.

Step 4: Check the Stain

Once the wash cycle is finished, check the ketchup stain to see if it has faded. If not, repeat steps 2 and 3.

Step 5: Rinse and Dry

When the ketchup is gone, give the item one more rinse with cold water. Then, hang to dry. Avoid the dryer as heat can set the ketchup stain, making it much more difficult to remove.

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