Removing Vomit Stains from Your Favorite Shift Dress
Accidents happen. Whether you're dealing with a toddler's mishap, or your own regrettable night out, a vomit stain on your favorite shift dress can be a difficult nightmare to overcome.
Updated 07 Mar 2023
By Nishat Asif
If you’re wondering how to clean vomit off of clothes, the most important step is to act quickly. The longer the vomit sits on the fabric, the more likely it is to set in and become difficult to remove. To start, make sure the stained area is blotted with a paper towel or rag to absorb any extra liquid.
Steps to Remove Vomit Stains from Clothes
- Create a paste of baking soda and water.
- Apply the paste directly onto the stain, making sure to cover it completely. Allow the paste to sit for 15 minutes.
- Rinse the paste off with lukewarm water. You may also choose to use a brush to further remove the stain.
- If the stain persists, mix a small amount of laundry detergent with lukewarm water and soak the garment for a few minutes. Using a brush, scrub the fabric until the vomit stain has been removed.
- Rinse garment to remove all remaining detergent.
- Run the garment through a washing machine cycle with similar fabrics and a mild detergent.
- Air dry garment in direct sunlight.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Do not use hot water as this can set the stain into the fabric.
- Do not put the garment in the dryer as it can cause the stain to set even deeper into the fabric.
- Do not rub or scrub area too hard. This can damage the fabric and make it even harder to remove the stain.
Conclusion
With patience and the right methods, you can restore your favorite shift dress to its former glory and make sure that vomit stains won't be able to ruin your wardrobe again.
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