How do I remove marker stains from delicate fabrics?

To remove marker stains from delicate fabrics begin by treating the stain with rubbing alcohol. Then treat the stain with dish soap and set the stain with a little white vinegar. Finally, wash the dress on a gentle cycle and air dry.

What happens if I don't test the methods on an inconspicuous area of the dress first?

If you don't test these methods on an inconspicuous area of the dress first, you may risk damaging the fabric.

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How To Erase Marker Stains From Your Traditional Dress

Accidents happen, but with a few simple steps you can learn how to remove marker stains from your favourite traditional dress. Keep reading to learn some effective and easy methods for removing marker stains from delicate materials.

Updated 03 Mar 2023

By Peter Blackwood

Using Rubbing Alcohol

It is best to start by treating the stain first with rubbing alcohol. Simply take a clean cotton cloth and douse it in a little rubbing alcohol. Then dab the stained area of the dress with the cloth. The alcohol will help break up the stain. Be sure to use gentle pressure and keep the cloth from completely saturating the fabric.

Treat With Dish Soap

Once the stain has been treated with rubbing alcohol, you can continue to treat it with dish soap. Use a generous amount of liquid dish soap and scrub the stained area of the dress gently with a cotton cloth or brush. This should help break up the marker stain and remove it from the fabric.

Set the Stain With White Vinegar

Finally, you can use white vinegar to set the stain. Take a clean cotton cloth and douse it with white vinegar. Then dab stained area of dress with the cloth, using gentle pressure. The white vinegar will act as a natural bleaching agent that will help set the stain. Allow white vinegar to sit for a few minutes before rinsing with cold water.

Other Tips

When cleaning delicate materials like silk, always test these methods on a small, inconspicuous area of the dress first to ensure that fabric does not become damaged. Additionally, consider washing the dress in the washing machine on a gentle cycle and air drying afterwards.

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