What type of detergent should I use?

It is best to use a mild detergent when cleaning calico fabrics.

No, it is best to use cold water as calico fabrics are quite delicate and can shrink if washed with hot or warm water.

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Banish Salad Dressing Stains from Calico Permanently!

Accidentally got salad dressing on your calico fabric? Don't worry! Here's a simple yet effective guide to get rid of the stains and save your fabrics from further damage.

Updated 28 Feb 2023

By Noemi Denker

Step 1: Blot the Stain

The first step is to use a clean cloth and gently blot stained area. Blotting helps remove any excess dressing from the fabric and prevents it from getting deeper into the fabric.

Step 2: Pre-Soak the Stain

Once you have blotted stain, you can pre-soak the fabric using mild detergent. Ideally, the detergent should be gentle on the fabric so that it does not damage the material. Let the fabric soak in the detergent solution for 15-30 minutes.

Step 3: Rinse the Fabric

After pre-soaking, rinse the fabric with cold water thoroughly. Make sure that there are no traces of detergent left on the fabric as it could cause irritation to skin. It is also important to note that calico fabric is quite delicate and can shrink if washed with hot or warm water.

Step 4: Apply Stain Remover

Once fabric is rinsed well, apply a specialized stain remover to the stained area. You can find these stain removers in most supermarkets or grocery stores. Follow application instructions given by the manufacturer carefully and let the fabric dry afterwards.

Step 5: Wash with Mild Detergent

Finally, wash the fabric with mild detergent in cold water. It is best to use a gentle cycle and air-dry the fabric afterwards. This will ensure that the fabric is not damaged in any way during the washing process.

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