Eliminate Nail Polish Stains from Taffeta Easily
An unexpected accident has occurred—your favorite taffeta garment has a nail polish stain on it! No worries though, here is a complete guide on how to clean nail polish stains from taffeta with ease.
Updated 28 Feb 2023
By Isabelle Trottier
It is important to first identify type of fabric your garment is made of. Taffeta is typically used to create formal evening wear, such as gowns and blouses, and it is a stiff, plain-weave fabric made of silk or synthetic fibers. Once you have identified your fabric, select a cleaning solution appropriate for the type of taffeta and nail polish stain.
Supplies Needed
- Clean white cloth
- Dry-cleaning solvent
- Small bowl
- Sponge
- Cold water
- Mild detergent
- Stain-removal product
Cleaning Steps
- Using a small bowl, mix a teaspoon of a dry-cleaning solvent into a cup of cold water.
- Soak a white cloth in mixture, then blot stain gently until all of the polish has been transferred onto the cloth.
- Rinse affected area with cold water and blot with a dry cloth.
- Mix one teaspoon of mild detergent with a cup of cold water, then pour the mixture onto stain. Allow it to sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Using a sponge, gently scrub stain until it begins to disappear. Rinse with cold water and blot dry.
- If the stain persists, apply a small amount of a commercial stain-removal product and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Rinse the garment with cold water and allow to air dry.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you can easily eliminate nail polish stains from taffeta garments. Keep in mind that if the stain does not come out after three attempts, it is best to bring garment to a professional dry cleaner.
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