Clean Tree Sap Stains in No Time: An Easy Guide
Tree sap is a tricky substance to remove, as it is often sticky and difficult to completely clear away with conventional cleaning solutions. Fortunately, there are several easy methods to remove tree sap stains from the bottoms of shoes.
Updated 11 Mar 2023
By Mateuzs Kowalski
Gather Supplies
To effectively remove the tree sap stains, gather the supplies listed below:
- Towel or washcloth
- Rubbing alcohol
- Paper towels
- Olive oil
- Baking soda
- Soft-bristled brush or toothbrush
- Conventional stain remover
Removing Tree Sap Stains - Step by Step
- Lay towel or washcloth on a flat surface. Place the stained shoe bottom side down on the towel.
- Soak a paper towel in rubbing alcohol and dab at tree sap stain.
- Let the rubbing alcohol sit on tree sap for a few minutes.
- Scrub at the tree sap with a soft-bristled brush or toothbrush. If sap is particularly stubborn, repeat steps 2 and 3.
- If the rubbing alcohol is unsuccessful at removing the tree sap, try olive oil. Use a paper towel to pour a small amount of olive oil onto the sap stain. Gently scrub the stain using a soft-bristled brush or toothbrush.
- Sprinkle baking soda over sap stain and gently scrub at it with the brush.
- If tree sap stain persists, try conventional stain remover.
- Once you have removed the stain, launder the garment as usual.
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