A Step-By-Step Guide to Removing Shoe Polish Stains From Silk Satin
Shoe polish stains can easily ruin a silk satin dress or blouse. Luckily, we've put together this guide filled with simple steps for removing those pesky shoe polish marks. All you need is a few common household items and you'll have your silk satin looking like new again!
Updated 23 Jun 2023
By Isabelle Trottier
Materials Needed
- Gentle washing detergent
- Spot remover
- Soft bristle toothbrush
- Cotton swabs
- White paper towels
Instructions
- Blot the shoe polish stain with a white paper towel as soon as possible.
- Mix a few drops of gentle washing detergent with a cup of warm water. Dip a soft bristle toothbrush into the soapy mixture and use it to gently scrub the stain area. Do not use too much pressure, as it could damage the fabric.
- Once the stain appears to be fading, rinse the area with clean, cold water. Dry the area by dabbing it with a paper towel.
- If the stain still remains, apply a spot remover directly onto the affected area and let it sit for a few minutes.
- Gently scrub the stained area with a cotton swab.
- Rinse the area with clean water and pat dry with a paper towel.
Conclusion
Removing shoe polish stains from silk satin can seem like a daunting task, but with help of this guide, you'll be able to get rid of those annoying marks in no time. All you need are a few household items and the instructions outlined above. Good luck!Try Laundryheap - 24h laundry service with free delivery
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