Get Rid of Vomit Stains with Ease: A Comprehensive Guide to Cleaning Silk Shantung
Accidents happen, and it is important to know how to deep clean silk shantung when there is an unfortunate spill. This guide will walk you through the steps on how to remove vomit stains from silk shantung fabrics.
Updated 07 Mar 2023
By Matej Kramberger
What You Need for Vomit Stain Removal
- Cold water
- Mild detergent
- White vinegar
- Cloth or paper towels
Steps for Removing Vomit Stains from Silk Shantung
- Blot the stain using a cloth or paper towel.
- Mix 2 teaspoons of cold water with a mild detergent.
- Apply the detergent solution to the stained areas with a damp cloth and rub gently.
- Rinse stained area with cold water.
- Mix 1 tablespoon of white vinegar with 1 cup of cold water.
- Soak a cloth in the vinegar solution and rub the stained area for a few minutes.
- Rinse stained area with cold water.
- Wind-dry area or blot the area with a dry cloth.
Additional Tips
- If the stain persists, repeat the same steps as necessary.
- Be sure to use cold water throughout the cleaning process.
- Do not use bleach.
- It's helpful to test the cleaning solution on a less visible part of the fabric to make sure color doesn't fade.
Conclusion
Removing vomit stains from silk shantung is possible with a bit of elbow grease, cold water, and the right cleaning solution. Following the steps outlined above, you can have your silk shantung looking good as new.