How to Get Rid of Vomit Stains on Socks Quickly and Easily
Accidents happen, but having vomit stains on your socks can be particularly gross and embarrassing. Fortunately, removing vomit stains from socks is both easy and fast if you know what to do! Here's how to keep your socks clean and smelling fresh.
Updated 07 Mar 2023
By Brane Lukman
What You'll Need:
- White vinegar
- Baking soda
- Enzyme cleaner
- Towel or cloth
Vinegar Method:
- Start by filling a sink or bucket with cold water. Add half a cup of white vinegar for every two quarts of water.
- Place the socks in the water and agitate them for a few minutes. Make sure the vinegar solution touches all the stained areas.
- Let the socks soak for at least 10 minutes.
- Remove the socks from the vinegar solution. Rinse them in plain, cold water.
- If any stain remains, apply undiluted vinegar directly to the stain and rinse again.
Baking Soda Method:
- Start by making a paste with baking soda and water. Place it directly on the stain.
- Use a soft cloth to rub the paste into the stain.
- Allow the baking soda paste to sit on the stain for up to 15 minutes.
- Gently brush the baking soda paste off with a soft brush or washcloth.
- Rinse the socks in cold, clear water.
Enzyme Cleaner Method:
- Start by wetting a towel or rag with warm water. Apply an enzyme laundry cleaner directly to the soiled area.
- Allow the enzyme cleaner to sit on stain for at least 10 minutes.
- Rinse socks in cold, clear water.
- Repeat as needed until all of the stain is removed.
Final Thoughts:
Removing vomit stains from socks is easy if you know what to do. The trick is to act quickly and use the right cleaning products and methods. With a bit of time and effort, your socks will be looking like new in no time.Try Laundryheap - 24h laundry service with free delivery
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