Removing Red Wine Stains from Wool - Easy Tips for a Spotless Finish
Red wine stains on wool can be an unfortunate, yet common, occurrence. But don't worry; these stubborn marks can be easily removed if you follow our simple cleaning steps.
Updated 20 Feb 2023
By Nishat Asif
What You'll Need
- White vinegar
- Mild laundry detergent
- Soft toothbrush
- Scrub brush
- Cold water
Step 1: Dilute the Stain
Begin your stain removal by diluting it. Make sure to use cold water so that warm temperature doesn’t set in the dye and make the stain permanent. Using a soft toothbrush, gently scrub the stained area with a mixture of equal parts white vinegar and cold water. Rinse area with cold water.
Step 2: Pretreat the Stain
Pretreat the stain before attempting to do a full wash. This will reduce the risk of the stain becoming permanent. Make sure to use a gentle detergent. Apply pretreatment to stain and let it sit for at least 10 minutes.
Step 3: Hand Wash or Machine Wash
Once you’ve pretreated the area, you can choose to either handwash or machine wash the item. If you opt for the latter, make sure to set the water temperature to “cold” if it’s a light colored fabric, or to “warm” if it’s a dark one. Add detergent to the washing machine, and then add the wool item.
Step 4: Rinse Thoroughly and Air Dry
Once the item is washed, rinse it thoroughly with cold water. Avoid using hot water, as this will set the stain. Once you’re finished rinsing the item, carefully squeeze out excess water and let it air dry. Do not put it in dryer or place it near a direct heat source, as this could shrink the wool.
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