How do I remove urine stains from traditional clothing?

You can remove urine stains from traditional clothing by rinsing the stain immediately, pre-treating with a detergent, using a gentle cycle, drying the garment and re-applying a stain remover product if necessary.

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Eliminate Urine Stains from Traditional Clothing with These Proven Steps

Q: What laundry detergent should I use?

For traditional clothing, it's best to use a mild or delicate washing detergent. Avoid any setting that produces too much suds, as this could damage the fabric.

Nobody wants to deal with urine stains on their traditional clothing. Fortunately, it's not difficult to get rid of them with a few simple steps. Keep reading to learn how you can remove these stubborn stains from your treasured garments.

Updated 12 Mar 2023

By Peter Blackwood

Step 1: Rinse the Stain Immediately

The first step is to rinse the stained area with cold water as soon as you can. This will help to minimise the depth of penetration of the stain and make it easier to remove.

Step 2: Pre-treat with a Detergent

Before putting the item into the washer, pre-treat the stained area with a detergent specifically designed for removing urine stains. Simply rub a few drops of detergent into the stain and let it sit for 10 minutes.

Step 3: Use a Gentle Cycle

Once the stain has been pre-treated, it’s time to put garment in the washing machine. Make sure you use a gentle cycle and use a mild or delicatewashing detergent. Avoid any setting that produces too much suds, as this could damage fabric.

Step 4: Dry Garment

When the laundry cycle is complete, take garment out of the washer and lay it flat on a clean towel to dry. Never throw it in the dryer as the heat could set the stain and make it difficult to remove.

Step 5: Re-apply Stain Remover

If the stain is still visible after the wash and dry cycle, re-apply a stain remover product directly on the stained area. Let the product sit for a few minutes before rinsing it off with cold water.

Conclusion

By following the steps above, you should be able to remove urine stains from your traditional clothing with relative ease. That said, this method works best if the stain is treated as soon as possible, so don’t wait if you find any urine on your garments.

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