How to Get Shoe Polish Stains Out of Your Outerwear in a Jiffy
Shoe polish stains can easily ruin your favorite jacket or coat. Unfortunately, it can be tricky trying to get rid of them without damaging the item. Fortunately, with the right techniques and materials, you can have your outerwear looking good as new in no time!
Updated 24 Jun 2023
By Mateuzs Kowalski
What You'll Need:
- Soft cloth
- Dry-cleaning solvent
- Liquid laundry detergent
- Bucket of warm water
- Towel
Instructions:
- Blot up as much of the shoe polish as possible with a soft cloth.
- Using a clean cloth, apply a dry-cleaning solvent to the stained area.
- After the solvent has had a chance to soak in, blot it out with a clean cloth.
- If the stain is still visible, mix a solution of one tablespoon of liquid laundry detergent per quart of warm water.
- Using a cloth, sponge the stain with the detergent solution.
- Rinse area thoroughly with clean water.
- Blot the area with a towel.
- Allow the garment to air dry.
Tips:
- Be sure to test any cleaning solution on an inconspicuous area of the garment before applying it to the stained area.
- Always work from the outside of the stain towards the center to prevent it from spreading.
- It's best to take your garment to a professional dry cleaner if stain remains after following these steps.
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