How do I remove a vomit stain from my white tie?

To remove a vomit stain from a white tie, start by blotting the stain with a clean, white cloth until all the liquid is removed. Then, pre-treat the stain with an oxygen-based bleach and cold water mixture. Next, create a cleaning solution of white vinegar, dish soap, and distilled water and use a white cloth to dab the spot until it is completely saturated. Finally, rinse the stain with cold water and allow the tie to air dry before ironing it with a warm cotton setting.

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Eliminating Vomit Stains from Your White Tie: A Step-by-Step Guide

Having a vomit stain on your white tie can be a embarrassing and annoying. Luckily, if you act quickly, you can get rid of a vomit stain and restore your white tie to its original condition.

Updated 07 Mar 2023

By Nishat Asif

Things You'll Need Before Cleaning

White cloths
Oxygen-based bleach
White vinegar
Dish soap
Distilled water
Iron

Step 1: Blot the Stain with a Cloth

The first step to removing the vomit stain is to use a clean, white cloth to blot the stain. Do not rub the stain, as this may cause the stain to spread further. Blot stain until all the liquid is removed.

Step 2: Pre-Treat the Stain

Combine a tablespoon of oxygen-based bleach with cold water. Apply the mixture to vomit stain using a white cloth. Allow the mixture to set for at least 30 minutes before proceeding.

Step 3: Preparing the Cleaning Solution

In a bowl, combine one tablespoon of white vinegar, one tablespoon of dish soap, and two cups of distilled water. Stir the ingredients together until they are fully combined.

Step 4: Clean the Stain

Dip a white cloth into the cleaning solution and dab vomit stain thoroughly. Do not rub the stain, as this may cause the stain to spread further. Dab spot until it is completely saturated.

Step 5: Rinse the Stain

Run cold water over the stain to remove any remaining cleaning solution.

Step 6: Dry the Stain

Allow the tie to air dry. The best way to do this is to hang the tie up on a clothes hanger in a well-ventilated area.

Step 7: Iron the Stain

Once tie is completely dry, iron the area using a warm iron on a cotton setting. Be sure to iron the back side of the tie as well to ensure that all the vomit stain is removed.

Tips and Warnings

Do not use hot water when pre-treating or cleaning the stain, as hot water may set the stain.
Do not rub the stain, as this may cause the stain to spread further.
Do not machine wash the tie, as this may damage fabric.

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