What materials do I need for cleaning salad dressing stains?

You will need water, white vinegar, liquid dishwashing soap, a toothbrush, hydrogen peroxide and a dry cleaning solvent.

Will dry cleaning solvent work to remove a salad dressing stain?

Yes, dry cleaning solvent can be used to spot clean tougher salad dressing stains that have not been removed with other methods.

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Get Rid of Salty Stains with these Simple Tips for Cleaning Salad Dressing from Handbags & Purses

Salad dressing stains can be especially tricky to remove from handbags & purses, but don't despair; with a few simple steps, you can restore your favorite bag to its former glory.

Updated 28 Feb 2023

By Luke Smith

Things you'll need

Water
White vinegar
Liquid dishwashing soap
A toothbrush
Hydrogen peroxide
Dry cleaning solvent
Clean cloths

Step 1: ACT FAST

Stains like salad dressing are best removed when they're fresh — so the moment you realize your bag has been splashed, take quick action. Blot stain with a clean cloth or tissue paper to take up as much of the dressing as possible, then proceed to the next step.

Step 2: Rub it Out

Mix 1 teaspoon of liquid dishwashing soap with 2 cups of lukewarm water. Use a clean cloth to rub the solution onto stain in a circular motion. This will loosen up greasy residue left by the salad dressing, making it easier to remove. Rinse the cloth in solution, and continue rubbing until most of the stain is gone.

Step 3: Give it a Vinegar Bath

Mix ¼ cup of white vinegar with ¼ cup of water and use a clean cloth to apply the mixture onto the stain. Allow it to sit for 15 minutes before rinsing the cloth and rubbing the area in a circular motion. This will help to get rid of any remaining residue and odor.

Step 4: Scrub out the Tougher Stains

If the stain is still visible after the vinegar bath, mix 1/4 cup of hydrogen peroxide with 1/4 cup of water. Dip a toothbrush into mixture and scrub stain in a circular motion until the stain is mostly gone. Then use the damp cloth to blot the area, and leave it to dry.

Step 5: Spot Clean with Solvent

If the stain persists, you may need to use a dry cleaning solvent such as Scotchgard. Apply a small amount of solvent to a clean cloth, and gently rub the area in a circular motion until the stain disappears. Follow up by blotting the area with a damp cloth, and leaving it to dry.

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