How to Remove Red Wine Stains From Tights Easily
Spilled red wine on your tights? Don’t worry, it’s easier than you think to remove stubborn red wine stains. Read on to learn a few simple tips and tricks to help you get rid of them quickly and without a hassle.
Updated 20 Feb 2023
By Mateuzs Kowalski
What You Need
- Cold water
- White vinegar
- Borax
- Detergent
- Salt
- Baking soda
- Toothbrush
- Paper towels
Step-by-Step Guide
- Act fast and rinse the garment in cold water as soon as possible.
- Mix together one tablespoon of white vinegar and two tablespoons of cold water. Once combined, apply this mixture to the stain.
- Spread a layer of borax over the entire stained area.
- Allow the borax to sit for 10 minutes before scrubbing the area with a toothbrush.
- Rinse area with cold water.
- Soak the garment in a sink filled with cold water and one tablespoon of detergent for at least thirty minutes.
- Mix together ½ cup of salt and ¼ cup of baking soda.
- Sprinkle this mixture onto the stain and let it sit for one hour.
- Scrub the area using a toothbrush.
- Rinse the area with cold water.
- If any stain remains, repeat the process until it is gone.
Tips and Tricks
- Always remember to act quickly when dealing with red wine stains, as the longer it sits, the harder it is to remove.
- Make sure to use cold water, as hot water can make stain worse.
- For smaller stains, you may want to try dabbing the surface with paper towels, or using a cloth towel to blot it away.
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