Removing Salad Dressing Stains from Your Wallet: An Easy Guide

Accidents happen — and that means sometimes a salad dressing bottle can end up all over your wallet. Don't panic! While this might seem like a difficult stain to remove, it's not as bad as you think. With these tips, you'll have your wallet looking good as new in no time.


Updated 28 Feb 2023

By Matej Kramberger

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Removing Salad Dressing Stains with Home Ingredients

  • Remove any excess salad dressing from the wallet and dab the area with a paper towel.
  • Create a solution of warm water and dish soap and apply it to wallet using a soft cloth.
  • Clean the area thoroughly with a damp cloth and use a toothbrush to scrub away any stubborn stains.
  • Rinse with cold water and use a dry cloth to pat the area dry.
  • If the stain is still visible, try spraying the area with white vinegar and letting it sit for 10 minutes. Then, rinse with a damp cloth and pat dry.

Removing Salad Dressing with Professional Cleaners

  • Remove any excess salad dressing from the wallet and dab area with a paper towel.
  • Apply a mild detergent directly to stained area and allow it to sit for 10 minutes.
  • Gently rub the area with a soft cloth and rinse with cold water.
  • If stain remains, combine 1/4 teaspoon of a pH-neutral cleaner and 1 cup of warm water. Apply to the area and gently rub with a soft cloth.
  • Rinse wallet with cold water and let it air dry before using it.

Tips & Tricks

  • Time is of the essence when attempting to remove a salad dressing stain. The sooner you start cleaning process, the better the results will be.
  • Always test the cleaning solutions on an inconspicuous area to make sure that color won’t be affected.
  • For leather wallets, use a leather conditioner after cleaning to prevent the leather from drying out.
  • If the stain doesn’t come out with home remedies, you may need to take the wallet to a professional cleaner.

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