How quickly should I act after spilling soy sauce on nautical clothing?

Time is of the essence when dealing with any type of stain, so as soon as the stain hits the fabric, do your best to immediately blot away as much of the liquid as possible.

Should I use the dryer to dry my nautical clothing after removing the stain?

No, you should not use the dryer. Heat can actually set the stain, making it impossible to remove, so take the fabric item out of the washer and lay it flat so that it can air-dry.

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Stringing it Together - How to Remove Soy Sauce Stains from Nautical Clothing

Q: What kind of washing cycle should I use to remove soy sauce stains?

When you’re ready to start washing away the stain, set your washing machine to the lowest temperature - preferably cold - and select a gentle cycle. Add some laundry detergent and let the fabric item soak for at least 15 minutes before beginning the wash.

One of the most common types of stains, soy sauce can soak deep into fabrics, making it difficult to remove entirely. From light-colored clothing to nautical gear, you’ll need to use the right approach when attempting to clean out those pesky soy sauce spots. Thankfully, we’ve listed the best way to get the job done!

Updated 30 Jun 2023

By Noemi Denker

Step 1: Act Quickly

Time is of the essence when dealing with any type of stain, but this is especially true when it comes to those involving soy sauce. As soon as the stain hits the fabric, do your best to immediately blot away as much of the liquid as possible using a clean and absorbent cloth, paper towel, or sponge.

Step 2: Pre-Treat the Stain

Once you’ve removed as much excess liquid as possible, fill a spray bottle with cold water and spritz the affected area until it’s damp. Then apply a laundry pre-treatment stain remover directly to the stain and work it into the fabric with a toothbrush. If you don’t have a pre-treatment on hand, consider combining one part dishwashing liquid with four parts water, then applying it the same way.

Step 3: Wash in Cold Water

When you’re ready to start washing away stain, set your washing machine to lowest temperature - preferably cold - and select a gentle cycle. Add some laundry detergent and let the fabric item soak for at least 15 minutes before beginning the wash.

Step 4: Air-Dry the Fabric Item

Once the cycle is complete, take the fabric item out of the washer and lay it flat so that it can air-dry. Do not place it in the dryer - heat can actually set stain, making it impossible to remove.

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