What materials do I need to clean tomato stains from jeans?

You will need a white paper towel, shallow bowl, laundry detergent, and a soft brush.

How do I remove tomato stains from jeans?

Follow these 6 steps: (1) Blot the stain with a white paper towel; (2) Pre-treat the stain with cold water and laundry detergent; (3) Create a paste with laundry detergent and water, and apply to the stain; (4) Wash the jeans in cold water; (5) Treat the stain with a mixture of vinegar and water; (6) Dry the jeans and inspect the stain.

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Get Rid of Tomato Stains from Jeans with 6 Easy Steps

Accidents happen, but tomato stains don't have to stay! Follow these 6 easy steps to remove those pesky tomato stains from jeans and save your favorite clothing.

Updated 17 Feb 2023

By Noemi Denker

What You'll Need:

White paper towel
Shallow bowl
Laundry detergent
Gently brush

Step 1: Blot Stain

Use a white paper towel to absorb as much of the liquid as you can. Make sure to blot the stain, not rub it. Rubbing will only spread stain further into the fabric.

Step 2: Pre-Treat Stain

Fill a shallow bowl with cold water. Add a few drops of laundry detergent to the bowl, and stir to form suds. Dip the stained area of your jeans into the suds, and then gently rub suds onto the stain. Do this for around 1 minute, and then rinse the garment under cold water.

Step 3: Create a Paste

In another bowl, mix together enough laundry detergent and water to make a paste. Carefully apply the paste to the stain using a cloth or a soft brush. Allow the paste to sit on the stain for around 10 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water.

Step 4: Wash in Cold Water

Put your jeans in the machine and select a cold water, delicate cycle. Add the recommended dosage of laundry detergent to machine. This will help to further break down the tomato stain.

Step 5: Treat With Vinegar

If the stain still remains, treat it with a mixture of vinegar and water. Mix equal parts of vinegar and cold water in a bowl. Dip a cloth into the mixture and rub it onto the stain. Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes, and then rinse off with cold water.

Step 6: Dry and Inspect

Place your jeans in the dryer, on the lowest heat setting. Once they are completely dry, check the stain. If the stain is still visible, repeat steps 1-5 until stain is fully removed.

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