What should I do if the stain doesn't come out?

If the stain still remains, try soaking the garment in a solution of 1 tablespoon of white vinegar, 1 tablespoon of laundry detergent, and 1 quart of warm water for 30 minutes. You can then rinse the garment and launder it as usual.

Can I use bleach to remove mustard stains?

Bleach is not recommended for removing mustard stains as it may cause discoloration or other damage to the fabric.

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Mustard Stain Removal Hack: How to Clean Mustard from a Tunic

Mustard stains on a tunic can be very stubborn, but don’t worry. With this easy guide for removing mustard stains from your favorite tunic, you’ll easily get it looking like new again!

Updated 28 Feb 2023

By Matej Kramberger

Step 1: Scrape off any excess mustard.

Carefully scrape off any excess mustard using the back of a spoon. Don't use too much pressure as you don’t want to drive the mustard further into fabric.

Step 2: Blot the stain with a wet cloth.

Take a clean, damp cloth and carefully blot the stain until it is barely visible. Do not scrub the stain, as this will only spread the stain deeper into the fabric.

Step 3: Pretreat the stain with laundry detergent.

Take some liquid laundry detergent, either store bought or laundry soap you have made yourself, and put a few drops directly onto the stain. Now, taking a clean and slightly damp cloth, gently rub the detergent in a circular motion. Once you’re done, let the detergent sit for about 15 - 20 minutes.

Step 4: Rinse and wash tunic.

Rinse area with cool water. Then, follow the instructions on the garment tag, and either hand wash or machine wash the tunic. Dry the tunic according to the instructions on the tag.

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