Shoe polish stains are among the hardest to remove from clothing. If you have a favorite white cotton voile garment with a few drops of shoe polish on it, don't throw it away! Here's a step-by-step guide on how to get shoe polish out of cotton voile without damaging the fabric.
Updated 23 Jun 2023
By Noemi Denker
Set your fabric in a bucket with cold water and let it soak for at least 15 minutes. This will help loosen the shoe polish stain.
Using a mild detergent or soap, gently scrub the stained area of the fabric. Do not use an abrasive material as this may damage the material.
Mix 1 cup of ammonia with 1 cup water and apply this to the stained area. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then rinse with cold water. Repeat this process if necessary.
Mix 1 cup of white vinegar with 1 cup water and apply this to the stained area. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then rinse with cold water. Repeat this process if necessary.
Hang your fabric up in a well-ventilated area and let it air-dry. Do not use a dryer to dry the fabric as this may cause the stain to set permanently.
Removing shoe polish stains from cotton voile is a difficult task, but with the right materials and steps, it can be done. Follow steps outlined above and you should be able to restore your fabric back to its original luster.
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