What's the best way to remove a urine stain from a jumper?

The best way to remove a urine stain from a jumper is to pre-treat it with cold water and white vinegar, before washing it in the washing machine on a gentle cycle or the hand-washing setting with cold or warm water. If the stain still remains, you can spot-clean it with a mixture of half water and half white vinegar, rinsing it afterwards with cool water.

What should I avoid when cleaning urine stains from a jumper?

When cleaning urine stains from a jumper, you should avoid using hot water, bleach, or other harsh chemicals as these can discolor or weaken the fabric.

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How To Easily Remove Urine Stains From Your Favorite Jumper

Urine stains on clothing can be a headache to remove, particularly when they’re on a jumper. But there are some tried and tested methods that you can use to help get out those pesky stains.

Updated 12 Mar 2023

By Mateuzs Kowalski

Pre-treating Stains

If you catch the stain early, there’s a much better chance of it coming clean. As soon as you notice it, use a spoon or dull knife to carefully scrape away as much of the urine stain as possible while being careful not to spread it. Once this is done, dab area with a paper towel and cold water. If you can, add a few drops of white vinegar to the water. This will help to neutralize the bacteria in the urine and act as a pre-treatment for the stain. Then, blot the area with a dry towel and allow it to air-dry completely.

Washing the Jumper

Once the stain has dried, you can machine wash it. Add a small amount of liquid detergent to the washing machine, but don’t add any fabric softener. Select the gentle cycle option or the hand-washing settings with cold or warm water (never hot). Place the jumper in washer and let it do its job. You may choose to check after a few minutes. After the cycle has finished, air-dry the item. Don’t put it in the dryer until you’re sure the stain has been completely removed.

Spot-Cleaning the Stain

If the stain still remains after the washing mchine cycle, you can spot-clean it with a mixture of half water and half white vinegar. Dip a cloth in mixture and dab the stained area. Once again, take care not to spread the stain. Finally, rinse the area with cool water and dry it with a towel. You should now have a stain-free jumper.

Additional Tips

Always pre-treat the stain quickly, before the urine absorbs into the fabric.
Never use hot water as it can set the stain.
Do not use bleach or other harsh chemicals - they can weaken or discolor the fabric.
If you’re dealing with a stubborn stain, consider using a professional cleaner.

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