How to Effortlessly Remove Pencil Stains From Duchesse Lace
Pencil stains on delicate Duchesse lace can be a challenging problem but with the right approach, they need not be. Read on to learn how to easily remove pencil marks from this intricate fabric without damaging it.
Updated 13 Mar 2023
By Luke Smith
What You Will Need
- Mild liquid detergent
- Liquid laundry detergent
- Cotton swab or cotton pad
- Soft, lint-free cloth
- Sponge or soft toothbrush
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Gently brush away any excess pencil or graphite from the fabric.
- Mix 1 teaspoon of mild liquid detergent in one cup of lukewarm water.
- Moisten a cotton swab or cotton pad with the solution.
- Gently dab the pencil stain with the moistened cotton.
- Continue until all traces of the pencil stains are gone.
- Rinse with clean water.
- To remove any remaining residue, mix one tablespoon of liquid laundry detergent in one quart of lukewarm water.
- Dampen a soft, lint-free cloth with the solution.
- Blot area where the pencil mark was with the cloth.
- Rinse off detergent with clean water.
- Use a sponge or soft-bristled toothbrush to dry the area.
Additional Tips
- Test the cleaning method on an inconspicuous section of the fabric before treating the stained area.
- Be sure not to rub the pencil stain as this may cause it to spread and make it harder to remove.
- If stain is particularly difficult to remove, repeat steps 1 to 10.
- After removing the pencil stain, hang the fabric in a well-ventilated area to dry.
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