Removing Paint Stains from Swim Trunks: A Step-by-Step Guide
Have pool paint splatters created chaos on your swim trunks? Don't worry, with the right items and approach, you can quickly get rid of paint stains and restore your trunks! Let's have a look at the process.
Updated 22 Jun 2023
By Brane Lukman
What You'll Need
- A pair of old toothbrushes
- Dish detergent
- Borax
- Mild laundry detergent
- White vinegar
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Gently scrape off the excess paint with an old toothbrush.
- Mix one tablespoon of dish detergent with two cups of warm water in a bowl. Dip another old toothbrush into it and start scrubbing the stain on the trunks.
- Create a mixture of one cup of borax and two cups of warm water. Get another toothbrush and use it to scrub the affected area; keep scrubbing until the paint starts coming off.
- Create a mixture of half a teaspoon of a mild laundry detergent with one cup warm water. Rub the stained area with the wet mixture. Let it sit for five minutes.
- Rinse trunks with cold water. The paint should come off easily.
- If the stain is stubborn and still won’t come off, apply a mix of white vinegar and water on the affected area and let it stay for five minutes. Wet a toothbrush with solution and scrub the stain. When you’re done, rinse trunks with cold water.
Conclusion
Removing paint stains from swim trunks is not as hard as you may think. So, the next time you have a paint accident, try these steps and you’ll be able to get your trunks looking brand new.Try Laundryheap - 24h laundry service with free delivery
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