How to Remove Shoe Polish Stains from Scarves Easily and Quickly
Stained scarves can be an eyesore, especially if the stain is caused by shoe polish. While the removal of shoe polish stains can prove difficult, it's not impossible. With the right products and techniques, you can get your scarf looking clean and new again in no time.
Updated 23 Jun 2023
By Cyryl Wozniak
What You'll Need
- A small bowl
- Liquid laundry detergent
- White vinegar
- Oxygen bleach agent
- A soft cloth
Step 1: Dilute the Detergent
In the small bowl, mix together one part liquid laundry detergent with two parts lukewarm water. Be sure to stir the mixture until it is completely combined.
Step 2: Place Scarf in Solution
Submerge the affected areas of the scarf into the solution. Allow the scarf to soak for approximately 10 minutes.
Step 3: Apply Vinegar
After scarf has finished soaking, place a few drops of white vinegar on the stains. Use a soft cloth to gently scrub scarf, being sure to focus on the affected areas.
Step 4: Wash with Oxygen Bleach Agent
Put your scarf in washing machine and set it to a delicate cycle. Add a half cup of oxygen bleach agent to the load and complete the cycle as you normally would.
Step 5: Dry and Enjoy!
Once the washing machine has finished its cycle, remove the scarf and lay it flat on a towel to dry. Now your scarf is as good as new!
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