Make Your Sleep Shirt Clean and New Again: DIY Guide to Removing Tar Stains
Tar stains on your sleep shirt can quickly turn into a major nuisance. And yet, getting rid of these stubborn stains is easier than you think. With the help of this guide, you'll be able to make your sleep shirt look clean and new again!
Updated 23 Jun 2023
By Noemi Denker
What You'll Need
- Rubbing alcohol
- Dish soap/detergent
- Baking soda
- Toothbrush
- Cotton cloth/towel
Instructions
- Mix equal parts rubbing alcohol and dish soap. Dunk a toothbrush in the mixture and scrub at the tar stain. Rinse with water until the stain is gone.
- If the stain persists, create a paste from baking soda and a few drops of warm water. Use a soft cloth to apply paste onto the stain and let it sit for 5–10 minutes. Gently scrub the paste in a circular motion and rinse with cool water until the stain is gone.
- If any stain residue remains, soak the shirt in a mixture of water and detergent for 10–15 minutes. Gently massage the fabric and rinse with cool water until the stain is gone.
- To prevent further staining, allow the shirt to air dry in a sunny/ventilated area.
Tips
- Always test any cleaning solutions or homemade remedies on the back side of shirt first to make sure colors do not run.
- Do not use hot water as it may set the stain and make it harder to remove.
- For tougher stains, try adding hydrogen peroxide to the baking soda paste.
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