Easy Ways to Remove Shoe Polish Stains from Coats
Shoe polish stains can seem daunting to remove from our coats, but with the right cleaning methods you can erase all evidence of the mess.
Updated 23 Jun 2023
By Peter Blackwood
Removing Dry Shoe Polish
For dry shoe polish, use a blunt scraping tool such as a credit card or a scraper made for cleaning. Scrape off excess shoe polish to remove as much as possible. Once most of the shoe polish is off the garment, use the scraping tool to brush off the remaining pieces.
Removing Wet Shoe Polish
If the shoe polish has already dried, use the same method as for dry polish. However, if shoe polish is still wet, use a damp cloth or paper towel to blot the stain. Once it has been blotted, use a spot cleaner or detergent to tackle the stain.
Using a Spot Cleaner or Detergent
Apply a small amount of your spot cleaner or detergent to a clean cloth and gently dab it onto the stain. Be sure not to rub the stain as this can cause it to spread and worsen the stain. Rinse the cloth after each dab and repeat the process until the stain has disappeared.
Removing Remaining Stains
After all of the shoe polish has been removed, rinse the coat with cold water and launder it according to the care instructions on label. Lastly, check the coat for any remaining stains and repeat the cleaning process if needed.
Conclusion
Removing shoe polish stains from coats doesn't need to be difficult. With the right cleaning methods you can easily get rid of the stains and have your coat looking like new again in no time.
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