How do I clean oil pastel stains from my pet's bed?

Start by scraping away the excess stain with a metal spoon or blade, followed by pre-treating the stain with laundry detergent. Then, put the bedding in the washing machine on a gentle cycle. To finish, apply a stain remover and place the bedding in a dryer set to the lowest heat setting.

What products should I use for cleaning oil pastel stains?

You should use a laundry detergent and a commercial oil stain remover specifically designed for fabrics. Be sure to test the stain remover on an inconspicuous area of the bedding first.

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Get Rid of Oil Pastel Stains From Your Pet's Bed: A Step-by-Step Guide

Oil pastels are a wonderful medium for making art, but they can be quite messy when being used. Unfortunately, this mess can sometimes get on your pet's bedding, making them stained and unsightly. Fortunately, it is possible to remove these oil pastel stains with a few simple steps.

Updated 04 Mar 2023

By Peter Blackwood

Step 1: Scrape Away the Excess Stains

The best way to start is by using a metal spoon or blade to scrape away as much of oil pastel as possible. This will help to get rid of a lot of the stain before you need to give it a proper wash. Be careful not to rub too hard, as this can damage the fabric of the bedding.

Step 2: Pre-Treat the Stain With Laundry Detergent

Once you have removed as much of the stain as possible, the next step is to pre-treat the stain with laundry detergent. This should be done before the bedding is placed in washing machine. Simply apply some laundry detergent onto the stained area and let it sit for a few minutes before washing.

Step 3: Place the Bedding in the Washing Machine

Once the detergent has had time to work, place the bedding in a washing machine along with a normal load of detergent and fabric softener. Make sure to set the washing machine to a gentle cycle. After the cycle has finished, you can check the bedding to see if the stain is still visible.

Step 4: Apply a Stain Remover

If the stain is still visible after the regular wash, next step is to apply a commercial stain remover. Choose a product designed specifically for removing oil stains and follow the instructions on the packaging. Be sure to test the product in an inconspicuous area of the bedding first before applying it to the stained area.

Step 5: Put the Bedding in the Dryer

Once you have applied the stain remover, place bedding in a dryer and set it to lowest heat setting. This will help to make sure the stain is completely removed and won’t reappear in the future.

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