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How to Remove Marker Stains from Silk Charmeuse – A Guide

Silk charmeuse is a delicate fabric that can be expensive and difficult to clean. If you’ve got marker stains on your silk charmeuse, don’t panic! This guide will walk you through process of how to clean them so you can get back to enjoying your garment.

Updated 03 Mar 2023

By Isabelle Trottier

Step 1: Run Cold Water Over the Stain

Take the garment and run cold water over the stained area. Do not rub the fabric or the stain — soaking in cold water is what you need to do here.

Step 2: Create a Cleaning Solution

In a bucket, mix together one cup of white vinegar, two cups of warm water, and a teaspoon of liquid dish soap. Submerge stained area of the garment into the mixture and let it soak for about 30 minutes.

Step 3: Spot Treat the Stain

Once the garment has soaked for full 30 minutes, take a clean cloth and lightly dab the stain. Try not to rub the fabric as this could cause it to fray. Be sure to switch out cloth if it becomes dirty.

Step 4: Rinse and Dry

Run one last round of cold water over stained area to rinse off the cleaning solution. Hang the garment up to air-dry — do not put it in dryer.

FAQ

Can I use hot water when cleaning a silk charmeuse garment?
No, you should never use hot water when cleaning silk charmeuse. Always use cold water to avoid damaging the fabric.

Can I use any kind of detergent on Silk Charmeuse?
No, it’s best to only use a mild, liquid dish soap when cleaning Silk Charmeuse. Any other type of detergent could damage the fabric.

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