How to Clean Tomato Stains from Shantung: A Step-By-Step Guide
Tomato stains can be tricky to clean, especially from delicate fabrics such as Shantung. Don’t worry though, they aren’t impossible to remove. This guide will help you easily and quickly clean tomato stains from your Shantung fabric.
Updated 17 Feb 2023
By Peter Blackwood
Supplies
- Mineral or baby oil
- White vinegar
- Soft cloth
- Dry-cleaning solvent
- Dish detergent
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Blot the stain with a soft cloth, removing as much of it as possible.
- Mix a solution of 1/4 teaspoon of dish detergent and one cup of warm water.
- Using a clean cloth, gently rub the mixture on the stain. Do this in circular motions.
- Wash stained area with cold water, then blot dry with a soft cloth
- Pour a few drops of mineral or baby oil directly on stain. Let the oil sit for about 15 minutes.
- Rinse the oil off with cold water and blot it dry with a soft cloth.
- If there is still some residue from the tomato stain, mix equal parts of white vinegar and water and pour it directly on the stain. Let it set for about 10 minutes.
- Rinse off with cold water and blot it dry with a soft cloth.
- If any of the tomato stain remains, spot treat it with a dry-cleaning solvent then rinse off with cold water.
Conclusion
Tomato stains can be difficult to remove, so it’s important to act quickly and follow steps listed above. If necessary, you may want to repeat the steps until the stain is completely gone. If you’re still unable to get the stain out, then it’s best to take it to a professional dry cleaner.
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