How do I remove tomato sauce stains from shearling?

The best way to remove tomato sauce stains from shearling is to use a combination of dish soap, white vinegar, and borax powder in cold water. Allow the fabric to soak before blotting gently to remove the stain. If necessary, use an old toothbrush to scrub the fabric gently. Rinse the fabric with cold water and then let it air-dry.

What if the stain is still visible after using the methods described?

If the stain is still visible even after you have tried the methods above, it may be necessary to take the item to a professional cleaner. They will be able to use special cleaning agents and techniques to remove the stain without damaging the fabric.

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A Foolproof Guide to Remove Tomato Stains from Shearling

Tomato sauces and juices tend to leave stubborn stains on many fabrics, and shearling is no exception. If you accidentally spill tomato sauce or juice on your favorite shearling jacket or slippers, you don’t have to worry. We compiled the instructions for the most effective methods for removing tomato stains from shearling fabric.

Updated 20 Feb 2023

By Jacobim Mugabe

What You Will Need

Dish soap
White vinegar
Borax powder
Liquid laundry detergent
Clean cloths or paper towels
Old toothbrush (optional)

Method One: Use Dish Soap and Cold Water

Scrape off any excess tomato sauce/juice with a spoon.
Mix one tablespoon of dish soap in a bowl of cold water.
Soak a clean cloth in the solution and gently blot the stain.
Do not scrub or rub the fabric.
Blot until the stain is removed.
Rinse the fabric with cold water and then let it air-dry.

Method Two: Use White Vinegar and Borax Powder

Mix one tablespoon of Borax powder and two tablespoons of white vinegar in a bowl of cold water.
Soak a clean cloth in the solution and gently blot the stain.
Do not scrub or rub fabric.
Blot until the stain is removed.
Rinse the fabric with cold water and then let it air-dry.

Method Three: Use Liquid Laundry Detergent

Mix one tablespoon of liquid laundry detergent in a bowl of warm water.
Soak a clean cloth in the solution and gently blot stain.
If necessary, use an old toothbrush to scrub fabric gently.
Do not scrub too hard.
Blot until stain is removed.
Rinse fabric with cold water and then let it air-dry.

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