What type of oils should I look out for on swim trunks?

Common oils found on swim trunks include body oil, sunscreen, and lubricants from scissors.

What is the best way to clean oil stains from my swim trunks?

The best way to clean oil stains from swim trunks is to pre-treat the stain with a dedicated stain remover, then wash in hot water and air dry.

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How to Effortlessly Remove Oil Stains from Swim Trunks

Has an oil stain taken its toll on your favourite swim trunks? It’s time to take matters into your own hands and deal with it. Cleaning oil stains from your swim trunks shouldn’t be a hassle, but if you don’t have right tools and know-how, it can become one.

Updated 03 Mar 2023

By Isabelle Trottier

Step 1: Identify Stain

The first step is to identify what type of oil stain it is. Is it from scissors, body oil, or something else? Different types of oils require different methods of removal.

Step 2: Pretreat the Stain

Before you start cleaning the stain, pre-treat the area with a dedicated stain remover. This will help to break up the oil so that it is easier to remove later. You can use a commercial stain remover or make your own using a few simple ingredients. A common recipe includes one cup of warm water, a teaspoon of liquid detergent, and a few drops of white vinegar. Mix ingredients together and apply the mixture to stained area.

Step 3: Wash the Swim Trunks in Hot Water

Once the stain has been pretreated, you can begin the process of washing the swim trunks. Place the trunks in a washing machine filled with hot water and a laundry detergent of your choice. Set the machine to the highest setting, and let it run for at least 15 minutes. This will help to remove the oil from the fabric and prevent it from settling into the fibers.

Step 4: Air Dry

After the washing machine cycle is complete, remove the trunks from machine and take them outside to air dry. Be sure to stop the trunks from further soiling by hanging them out of direct sunlight. Once they’re dry, inspect the trunks to make sure that the stain has been removed.

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