From the deliciousness of sushi to the versatility of sauces, soy sauce is an essential component of Asian cuisine. But when it spills, cleaning up can be a real challenge. Here are some tips that may help in removing soy sauce stains from twill fabric.
Updated 30 Jun 2023
By Jacobim Mugabe
Before washing, it’s best to pre-treat any stain as soon as possible. Doing so helps to reduce the chances of the stain setting into the fabric fibers. To pre-treat a soy sauce stain on twill fabric, you will need:
Start by blotting stain with a damp cloth to remove any excess soy sauce. Be sure not to scrub or rub the stain, as this may cause it to spread. Next, apply a few drops of mild laundry detergent to the stained area. Allow the detergent to sit for a few minutes before brushing it with an old toothbrush. This should help to loosen the stain. Once detergent has done its job, rinse stained area with cold water.
If the stain is still visible, mix together equal parts vinegar and baking soda to create a paste. Apply the paste to stained area and allow it to sit for 15 to 20 minutes. Once it’s dry, brush the stained area gently with an old toothbrush. Finally, rinse the fabric with cold water and repeat the process if necessary.
If the stain persists after pre-treating, it’s time to break out borax. Borax is a natural mineral that is often used as a cleaning agent. To use it to remove a soy sauce stain from twill fabric, mix three tablespoons of borax with one cup of warm water and stir until the borax is fully dissolved. Apply the mixture to the stain and let it sit for an hour or two. After the allotted time, brush the area gently with an old toothbrush. Rinse the fabric with cold water and repeat the process if necessary.
Once the stain has been removed, it’s time to throw twill in the washing machine. Be sure to double check the care labels on the fabric to make sure it can be machine washable. Use the hottest water setting that’s safe for the fabric and add a color-safe bleach, if needed. If fabric is particularly delicate, use a gentle cycle. Finally, tumble dry the fabric on the lowest setting.
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