How to Remove Mustard Stains from a Sweater
Getting mustard stains on a sweater can be a headache. Thankfully, removing the stain is possible with the right techniques and the correct products. Read on to learn the best method for cleaning mustard off your favorite sweater!
Updated 28 Feb 2023
By Jacobim Mugabe
Most mustard stains are protein based, which makes them more challenging to remove. As soon as you notice the stain, it's important to act quickly. The longer a stain sits, harder it will be to remove. Here are the steps for mustard stain removal:
- Treat the stain with high-proof vodka or white vinegar.
- Create a paste out of white vinegar and baking soda.
- Apply the paste to the stained area.
- Let the paste sit for an hour.
- Rinse off the paste with cold water.
- Launder sweater as normal in cold water.
High-proof vodka and vinegar help break up proteins in the mustard. Baking soda helps to lift stain, so the combination of two is an effective mixture. It is important to rinse off all remnants of the paste before you launder the sweater, so as not to set stain.
Be sure to check the stained area before you put the sweater in the dryer. If there is still evidence of a stain, then it needs further attention. Repeat above steps until the stain is completely removed.
Additional Tips
- Always pretreat the stain with a stain remover.
- If necessary, use a scrub brush to work the paste into the fabric.
- If laundering the garment does not remove the stain, take to a professional dry cleaner.
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