How do I clean tomato stains from a raincoat?

Scrub the stained areas with an old toothbrush and liquid detergent. Rinse with cold water and then soak the raincoat in a mixture of water and white vinegar for 30 minutes. Finally, wash and dry the raincoat on a cold/delicate cycle and low heat.

Can I use hot water to clean a tomato stain?

No. Hot water can set the stain, making it harder to remove.

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Say Goodbye To Tomato Stains On Raincoats Once And For All!

Tomato stains on raincoats are never a welcome sight. Whether you got sauce on your jacket while making dinner or you were caught in a surprise tomato-throwing fight, getting rid of the stain can be tricky and time consuming. But fear not — with a few simple steps, you'll be able to quickly and easily return your raincoat back to normal.

Updated 17 Feb 2023

By Brane Lukman

Materials Needed

Old toothbrush
Liquid detergent
Cold water
Vinegar

Step 1: Scrub With Detergent and Toothbrush

On a cold/delicate cycle setting, add a small amount of liquid detergent to your washing machine. Put the raincoat in and let it run for a few minutes. Once it's done, take your old toothbrush and use it to scrub the stained areas. This will help break up the tomato residue, making it easier to remove. Be careful not to scrub too hard, as this could damage the fabric.

Step 2: Rinse With Cold Water

Once you've finished scrubbing, rinse the raincoat with cold water. This will help wash away any remaining dirt and tomato residue. Do not use hot water, as this could set the stain, making it harder to remove.

Step 3: Soak With Vinegar and Water

After rinsing, fill your sink or a bucket with cold water and add a few tablespoons of white vinegar. Place the stained raincoat into mixture and leave it for about 30 minutes. This will help loosen stain even further.

Step 4: Wash and Dry

Once the raincoat has had a chance to soak, remove it from the mixture and place it in washing machine. Wash it on a cold/delicate cycle. Once the cycle is finished, dry the raincoat on low heat. Do not put it in the dryer on high heat — this could cause the stain to set.

Step 5: Admire Your Results

You should now find that tomato stain on your raincoat is gone. You can admire your work and be proud knowing you have saved your raincoat from potential disaster!

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