What is the best way to clean marker stains from cotton chambray?

Pre-treat the stained area with a stain remover spray or liquid laundry detergent, then wash the garment using mild detergent in cold or lukewarm water. Add a mixture of white vinegar and baking soda to regular laundry cycle to further loosen the stains. Lastly, post treat the fabric with rubbing alcohol and let it dry.

What temperature should I wash my cotton chambray?

Cotton chambray fabric should be washed in cold or lukewarm water. Avoid washing it in hot water as it can set in stains and make them more difficult to remove.

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Say Goodbye to Marker Stains on your Cotton Chambray with These Simple Steps

Nobody likes the sight of marker stains on their precious cotton chambray. Rather than throwing it away and replacing it, follow these simple steps to get your garment clean.

Updated 03 Mar 2023

By Brane Lukman

Step 1: Pre-treat

Before you start actually washing the garment, pre-treat the marker stains using a stain remover spray or liquid laundry detergent. Place garment onto a flat surface and spray the stained area from inside. Allow pre-treatment to soak in for at least 10 minutes. You can also try treating stains with rubbing alcohol and let it sit for an hour before washing.

Step 2: Washing

When you are ready to wash the cotton chambray, check the label for washing instructions. Do not wash the garment in hot water. Hot water can set in the stain which makes it difficult to remove. Wash the cotton chambray in cold or lukewarm water and use a mild detergent. You can add ½ cup each of white vinegar and baking soda to regular laundry cycle. This will help to get rid of the marker stains.

Step 3: Drying

Once the washing is done, line dry the garment in the shade. Do not expose the cotton chambray directly to the sunlight or use the dryer as it can damage the fabric. After line drying, check if the marker stains are gone. If not, repeat the process.

Step 4: Post Treatment

Post treatment is important to make sure that the marker stains does not leave a permanent mark on your cotton chambray. After washing, apply some rubbing alcohol on the stained area and let it sit for a few minutes. Afterwards, rinse the garment off with cold water and let it dry.

Conclusion

These simple steps should help you to get rid of marker stains from your cotton chambray fabric. Remember to always read the washing instructions before tackling any stain removal project.

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