How do I clean oil pastel stains from chambray?

Start by blotting the area with a piece of clean cloth to remove as much of the oil pastel as possible. Prepare a solution containing 1 teaspoon of liquid dishwashing detergent and 1 cup of warm water and gently scrub the stain with the detergent solution and pat dry with a clean cloth. Wash the stained chambray fabric with a quality laundry detergent in warm water, air dry the garment or tumble dry on a low heat setting.

Can high heat settings cause oil pastel stains to set permanently?

Yes, high heat settings can cause oil pastel stains to set permanently.

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Get Rid of Oil Pastel Stains Easily on Your Chambray!

Oil pastels are an amazing art medium that can create vibrant colors, which unfortunately can also stain clothing easily if not treated correctly. If your favorite chambray fabric has been stained by oil pastel, here is the guide to remove it quickly.

Updated 03 Mar 2023

By Isabelle Trottier

Step 1: Blotting

If the stain is still fresh, start by blotting the area with a piece of clean cloth to remove as much of the oil pastel as possible. Do not use detergents or other cleaning solutions during this step.

Step 2: Pre-treat

Prepare a solution containing 1 teaspoon of liquid dishwashing detergent and 1 cup of warm water. Using a soft brush, gently scrub the stain with detergent solution and pat dry with a clean cloth. Allow the pre-treated area to air dry.

Step 3: Launder

Wash the stained chambray fabric with a quality laundry detergent in warm water. For best results, use a quality stain remover such as Oxi-Clean or a similar product.

Step 4: Dry

Air dry the garment or tumble dry on a low heat setting. Do not use high heat as this may cause the stain to set permanently.

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