How do you get tar stains out of merino fabric?

You can remove tar stains from merino by scraping away the excess tar, applying a specialized cleaner, laundering carefully, air drying, and repeating as necessary.

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Easily Remove Tar Stains From Merino with These Simple Steps

Q: What is the best cleaner for tar stains on merino?

You should look for a cleaner that is designed to work on tar stains, like a solvent-based cleaner or something with wax or oil-cutting ingredients like alcohol, turpentine, or vinegar.

Tar can be especially difficult to remove from merino fabrics, but with right techniques it can be done. Here's how to effectively get rid of tar stains from your merino clothing.

Updated 23 Jun 2023

By Brane Lukman

Step 1: Scrape Off Excess Tar

Using a butter knife or something similar, scrape off as much of the excess tar as you can. Be careful not to damage the fabric - use caution when using sharp objects on sensitive fabric.

Step 2: Apply a Specialized Cleaner

Choose a cleaner that's designed to work on tar stains, like a solvent-based cleaner or something with wax or oil-cutting ingredients like alcohol, turpentine, or vinegar. Soak a cloth in the cleaner and lightly dab the stain. Let sit for 5 minutes before rinsing with cold water.

Step 3: Launder Carefully

Carefully follow care instructions on your garment when laundering. Wash separately from other clothes in cold water, either by hand or in the machine. If you choose to machine wash, set the temperature to cold and add a teaspoon of detergent with OxyClean or a similar oxygen-based bleach.

Step 4: Air Dry

Once garment has been washed, lay it flat on a clean towel or drying rack. Avoid using high heat or placing the item in the dryer - this may cause stain to permanently set and become more difficult to get out.

Step 5: Repeat As Necessary

If the stain remains after following the steps above, repeat until the tar is gone. It may take multiple attempts to completely remove stain.

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