Perspiration stains can be difficult to remove from any fabric. But worry no more if there are perspiration stains on your shantung! Here's an easy 7-step guide on how to clean such stains from shantung.
Updated 27 Jun 2023
By Peter Blackwood
The sooner you treat a perspiration stain, the better! Take a clean cloth and blot the stained area as soon as it appears. This will help absorb the moisture and prevent the stain from setting.
Mix some detergent and warm water in a bowl. Dip a clean cloth in the solution and dab or blot the stained area. Make sure you use gentle strokes and do not rub it too hard, as this could damage the delicate fabric of the shantung.
After dabbing the stain with the detergent, rinse the area with cold water and then pat it dry with a fresh cloth or paper towel. Do not rub the cloth! Just press gently against the fabric and dry off any excess water.
Mix one part white vinegar and two parts cold water in a bowl. Dip a clean cloth in this solution and dab the stain until it disappears. Let the vinegar sit for about 10 minutes before rinsing it off with cold water.
Once you've removed the stain from the fabric, you can use a fabric deodorizer like Febreze to get rid of any lingering odors. Spray a generous amount of the deodorizer and let it air out for a while before wearing the shantung again.
Finally, you can wash the shantung item in a washing machine on the delicate cycle. Use mild detergent and set the temperature to cold. Once the washing is done, hang the item to air dry.
If shantung item was a bright color before the perspiration stains, you can use a liquid bleach to restore its brightness. Mix one part bleach with four parts cold water and dip a cloth in the solution. Then, blot the stained area and leave the bleach solution to sit for ten minutes before washing it off with cold water.
Perspiration stains can be tough to remove, especially when they're on delicate fabrics like shantung. But with right steps, you can easily get rid of any perspiration stains. Follow these seven steps and you'll be able to keep your shantung item looking like new!
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