Removing Salad Dressing Stains from Pongee Easily and Quickly
Nothing ruins a good outfit like stubborn salad dressing stains on your favorite pongee fabric. With the right technique, however, it is possible to remove these stains with relative ease. Read on to learn some simple steps to clean your pongee fabric and keep it looking fresh.
Updated 28 Feb 2023
By Noemi Denker
What You'll Need
- Sponge or soft cloth
- Mild detergent
- White vinegar
- Small bowl
Instructions
- Using a clean sponge or soft cloth, blot the stained area gently to remove any excess dressing.
- Mix 1 teaspoon of mild detergent with 1 cup of warm water in a small bowl.
- Dip the sponge or cloth into mixture, then wring it out so that it is damp but not soaking wet.
- Apply the damp cloth to stained area and gently rub in a circular motion.
- If stain persists, mix a solution of 1 part white vinegar to 3 parts water, and dampen your cloth again. Apply this to the stain, then rinse in cool water and blot until dry.
Additional Tips
- Always test any cleaning solution on a hidden area of the fabric before applying it to the stained area.
- If the stain persists after the above steps, use a store-bought stain remover specifically formulated for removing oil-based stains.
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