Get Rid of Oil Pastel Stains Fast with These Simple Steps
Oil pastel stains on cotton gingham can be frustrating. This article will provide steps so you can quickly and easily remove stain without damaging your fabric.
Updated 04 Mar 2023
By Mateuzs Kowalski
What You Will Need:
- Liquid laundry detergent containing enzymes
- Oxi-Clean or other similar enzyme pre-treatment spray
- White terrycloth towel
- Soft bristled brush
- Cotton swabs
- Hot water
Steps to Remove the Stain:
- Gently scrape any excess oil pastel from the fabric using a soft bristled brush.
- Spray the stained area with the pre-treatment and let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
- Using the white towel, dab the stained area by pressing lightly until the stain is lifted.
- Rinse the stained area with hot water.
- Apply liquid detergent directly to the stain and let it sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Apply a dab of detergent to the stained area and work it into the fabric using a soft bristled brush.
- Rinse stained area with hot water until all of detergent is removed.
- If the stain still remains, repeat steps 5-7 until the stain is gone.
Additional Tips:
- Always follow the directions for your particular fabric and pre-treatment spray.
- Be sure to test your chosen pre-treatment or detergent on an inconspicuous part of the garment first to ensure compatibility.
- For hard to reach areas, use a cotton swab to apply pre-treatment or detergent.
- Air dry the stained area in direct sunlight if possible, as this will help to further remove stain.
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