Uncork the Right Steps to Remove Sparkling Wine Stains from Wool
Nothing can be more devastating than spilling a glass of delicious sparkling wine on your wool clothing. But all is not lost! Using the right technique and some common household materials, you can get rid of the stain quickly and easily.
Updated 21 Feb 2023
By Jacobim Mugabe
Instructions
Before attempting to remove the stain, make sure that your wool clothing is washable. If the clothing is not washable or has been dry-cleaned, do not attempt to remove the stain yourself, as this may damage the fabric.
- Moisten a clean white cloth with plain, water.
- Blot stained area gently with the cloth to remove any excess liquid.
- Mix two teaspoons of ammonia with one cup of warm water.
- Moisten a second clean cloth with the mixture.
- Blot stained area with the moistened cloth until the stain has been lifted.
- If the stain persists, mix one teaspoon of a mild detergent with one cup of warm water.
- Moisten a clean cloth with the detergent mixture and blot the stained area.
- After the stain has been removed, rinse the fabric with warm water.
- Allow the item to air dry or use a fan to speed up drying time.
Tips
- Do not scrub or rub fabric when attempting to remove the stain, as this may damage the fabric.
- The ammonia and detergent solutions should only be used on washable fabrics.
- Do not use hot water as this may set stain.
- It's a good idea to test the solutions on an inconspicuous area of the fabric before using them to remove the stain.
Warnings
- Ammonia and detergents can damage delicate fabrics.
- Always read the care instructions provided before attempting to remove a stain.
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