What should I use to pre-treat the spandex fabric?

Mix a solution of equal parts white vinegar and water, then dip a towel or sponge in the solution and gently scrub the fabric. Rinse the fabric with cold water and allow it to air dry.

What should I do once I’ve treated the stain directly?

Gently scrub the fabric with a paste made with 1 tablespoon of Borax and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar. Rinse the fabric with cold water and allow it to air dry.

How should I wash the spandex fabric after removing the rust stains?

Fill a sink or a bucket with lukewarm water and add the recommended amount of detergent. Soak the clothes in the detergent solution for 30 minutes. Rinse off the detergent with cold water and allow it to air dry.

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Achieve a Stain-Free Spandex Look with These Rust Removal Tips

When rust stains mar look of your favorite pair of spandex, don’t despair! With the right cleaning supplies and techniques, you can remove the ugly rust spots and restore that pristine look. Keep reading to learn how to fight the rust.

Updated 28 Jun 2023

By Peter Blackwood

Gather the Right Supplies

Start by gathering all the tools and cleaning supplies you’ll need:

Towel or plain sponge
White vinegar
Salt
Borax
Lemon juice

Pre-treat the Spandex Fabric

Before working on those rust stains, give the spandex fabric a pre-treatment:

Lay the spandex out flat and smooth out any wrinkles.
Mix a solution of equal parts white vinegar and water. Dip a towel or sponge in the solution, then gently scrub fabric.
Rinse the fabric with cold water.
Allow the fabric to air dry.

Address the Rust Stains Directly

Now it’s time to tackle the rust stains head-on:

Mix ½ teaspoon of salt with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Apply the mixture to the rust stain.
Allow the salt/lemon juice mixture to soak into the stain for 30 to 45 minutes.
Mix 1 tablespoon of Borax and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar to create a thick paste. Apply the paste to the rust stain and let it sit for 10 minutes.
Gently scrub the fabric with the paste.
Rinse the fabric with cold water.
Allow the fabric to air dry.

Preserve Clothes for Future Wear

Don’t forget to follow up your rust stain removal by washing spandex fabric with a detergent designed specifically for synthetic fabrics:

Read tag on the fabric to make sure you’re using the best type of detergent for the material.
Fill your sink or a bucket with lukewarm water and add the recommended amount of detergent.
Soak the clothes in the detergent solution for 30 minutes.
Rinse the fabric with cold water.
Air dry the fabric.

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