What do I need to remove tree sap stains from cargo pants?

To remove tree sap stains from cargo pants, you will need rubbing alcohol, cotton swabs, liquid laundry detergent, warm water, a stiff brush, and a clean white towel.

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How to Get Tree Sap Stains Out of Cargo Pants

Q: How do I remove tree sap stains from cargo pants?

To remove tree sap stains from cargo pants, first treat the area with rubbing alcohol to loosen the sap. Then, create a mixture of equal parts warm water and liquid laundry detergent, and use a clean white towel to dab and scrub the stain. Finally, use a stiff brush to scrub the area, then let the pants air dry.

Tree sap is a bummer when it gets on your clothes, but luckily, it can be treated and removed. If you have tree sap on cargo pants, follow these steps to remove it quickly and safely.

Updated 11 Mar 2023

By Matej Kramberger

What You Need

Rubbing alcohol
Cotton swabs
Liquid laundry detergent
Warm water
Stiff brush
Clean white towel

Step 1: Treat with Rubbing Alcohol

First, apply some rubbing alcohol to a cotton swab, and carefully dab and rub affected area. The rubbing alcohol should help dissolve and loosen the sap. Be gentle so as not to rub too much, as this could cause the stain to spread.

Step 2: Use Liquid Laundry Detergent

Once the sap has been loosened and the stain is still visible, create a mixture of equal parts warm water and liquid laundry detergent. Dip a clean white towel in the mixture and then gently rub or dab the sap-stained area. The laundry detergent should help lift and break down stain.

Step 3: Scrub with a Stiff Brush

After sap has been treated with laundry detergent, take a stiff brush and gently scrub stained area. This should help loosen and remove any remaining sap. Work gently, and keep scrubbing until the stain is all gone.

Step 4: Let Dry

Finally, let the cargo pants air dry. Do not place them in the dryer, since heat might set the stain. Once the pants are completely dry, inspect the area to make sure the sap is completely gone. If there is still a remaining stain, repeat the steps above until stain is completely removed.

Conclusion

Removing tree sap stains from cargo pants is easy if you have the right materials and know the steps. Using rubbing alcohol, liquid laundry detergent, a stiff brush, and a clean white towel, you can thoroughly remove and get rid of pesky sap stains.

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