How do I clean tomato sauce stains from my sweatpants?

You can clean tomato sauce stains from sweatpants using white vinegar, baking soda, detergent, a clean sponge, a towel, and a toothbrush. Start by pre-soaking the stain with white vinegar and then scrubbing it with a mixture of baking soda and detergent. If the stain still remains, create a paste of baking soda and vinegar and apply it to the stain with a toothbrush.

What should I do if the stain won’t come out?

If the stain still won’t come out, it may be necessary to take it to the dry cleaners. Be sure to read the care labels on your sweatpants and follow the specific washing instructions given.

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Quick and Easy Ways to Clean Tomato Sauce Out of Sweatpants

When tomato sauce is inadvertently spilled on clothing, it can be a challenge to get the stain out. Nowhere is this truer than with sweatpants as their heavy and absorbent fabric that makes them so comfortable to lounge around in also stands in the way of removing stains. But don’t worry — there are some tips and tricks you can use to help successfully clean any tomato sauce stains from your favorite sweatpants.

Updated 28 Feb 2023

By Matej Kramberger

What You'll Need

White vinegar
Baking soda
Detergent
Clean sponge
Towel
Toothbrush

Method: Pre-soak

Immediately upon noticing a tomato sauce stain, begin by rinsing affected area with cold water in order to prevent it from settling into the fibers further. Once the area has been thoroughly saturated with cold water, lay it out flat on a towel and pour white vinegar over the stain. Let sit for 20 minutes.

Method: Scrub

Mix one part baking soda with one part detergent in a bowl. Using a clean sponge, apply mixture directly to the stained area and scrub gently in circular motions. Allow the mixture to stay on the sweatpants for 10 minutes before rinsing with cold water. Repeat this method until the stain is removed.

Method: Treat Stain

If the stain still persists, create a paste containing equal parts of baking soda and vinegar. Apply the paste to the stain, working it into the fabric with a toothbrush. Leave on for 15 minutes and then wash with hot water.

Additional Tips

Be sure to read the care labels on your sweatpants and follow the specific washing instructions given.
Be gentle when scrubbing the stain, as vigorous scrubbing can cause damage to the fabric.
If stain still doesn’t come out after all methods have been exhausted, it may be necessary to make a trip to the dry cleaners.

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