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Say Goodbye to Perspiration Stains on Your Tracksuit with Just a Few Easy Steps

Q: What supplies do I need to clean perspiration stains from a tracksuit?

You will need laundry detergent, a towel, and an enzyme product such as BioKleen Bac-Out Stain and Odor Remover or OxiClean Stain Remover.

Perspiration stains on clothes can be unattractive and are not easy to get rid of. If you find yourself struggling to clean your tracksuit from perspiration stains, you’ll be relieved to know that it’s a surprisingly easy job with the right cleaning tools and techniques.

Updated 27 Jun 2023

By Cyryl Wozniak

Before You Begin Cleaning

Check the fabric care tag before you begin cleaning tracksuit. Most tracksuits are made of synthetic materials and should be washed in cool or warm water and dried on a low-temperature setting. However, if the care label says to dry clean only, take the suit to a reputable dry cleaner.

Gather Your Cleaning Supplies

The supplies needed to clean perspiration stains from a tracksuit include a laundry detergent, a towel, and an enzyme product such as BioKleen Bac-Out Stain and Odor Remover or OxiClean Stain Remover.

How to Start the Cleaning Process

Start by soaking the stained area in a cold water solution of laundry detergent and one tablespoon of enzyme product for several hours. Then, remove the tracksuit from the solution and rinse it out thoroughly in cold water. Blot the affected area with a damp towel and place it on a flat surface with the stain facing up.

Use an Effective Cleaning Solution

Next, spray the stained area with a solution of one part enzyme product and four parts water. Let solution sit for 15-30 minutes before scrubbing it into tracksuit and then rinsing it out with cool water. Finally, hang the tracksuit to dry. Repeat this process if necessary to completely remove the perspiration stains.

Additional Tips for Cleaning Perspiration Stains from a Tracksuit

Always use a towel to blot the stain instead of rubbing it, as this could spread the stain.
Let the tracksuit air dry after washing so it won’t shrink.
For stubborn or set-in stains, try a pre-treating product such as Shout Advanced.

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