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How to Easily Clean Varnish Stains Off Your Cocktail Dress

Whether it's spilled nail polish or that dreaded red wine stain, varnish on your cocktail dress doesn't have to be the end of the world. With these easy steps you'll be able to remove the varnish stain and have your dress looking good as new.

Updated 22 Jun 2023

By Peter Blackwood

Step 1: Prepare Right Supplies

In order to effectively remove a varnish stain from any clothing item, you will need a few handy household supplies. Gather laundry detergent, a laundry stain remover, a dry cleaning solution, a soft-bristled brush, and a clean rag or towel.

Step 2: Pre-treat the Stain

Before attempting to use the brush or scrubbing technique, it’s important to pre-treat stained area of the fabric. Start by dampening a clean rag with lukewarm water, then apply laundry detergent directly to the stain. If the stain is especially stubborn, you can also use a laundry stain remover as an extra pre-treatment step.

Step 3: Work On The Stain

Next, dip the soft bristled brush into dry cleaning solution and gently work on the stained area in a circular motion. This should help to loosen the stain from the fabric and also lift any residue that has been left behind.

Step 4: Rinse and Repeat

Once you've loosened the stain from the fabric, rinse it thoroughly with lukewarm water and repeat steps 2 and 3 until the stain has been completely removed.

Step 5: Dry the Fabric

Once you're finished, lay garment flat on a towel to air dry. Do not put item in the dryer until you are certain that the stain has been completely removed and that the fabric is completely dry.

FAQ

Will this method work for other fabric types?

Yes, this method should work for any fabric type.

Do I need to use a special type of cleaning solution?

No, any type of dry cleaning solution should do the trick.

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