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Get Rid of White Wine Stains on Sweaters in Just A Few Steps

It's one of life's most tragic moments: you drop a glass of white wine on your favorite sweater. Don't worry, there are a few simple steps you can take to clean your sweater and make it look like new again.

Updated 20 Feb 2023

By Noemi Denker

What You'll Need

Seltzer water or white vinegar
Liquid dish soap
Paper towels or a clean rag
Hydrogen peroxide-based laundry detergent

Instructions

First, remove any extra liquid from fabric by blotting the area with paper towels or a clean rag. Don't rub it, as this could spread stain farther.
Create a mixture of equal parts seltzer water or white vinegar and liquid dish soap. Pour it into the stained area, and let it sit for a few minutes.
Blot the area with a fresh piece of paper towel or a clean rag until the stain is gone.
If there is still a slight discoloration, mix a small amount of hydrogen peroxide-based laundry detergent with warm water, and dab the mixture onto the stain while avoiding soaking the fabric. Let the solution sit for five minutes, and then rinse.
Finally, lay the sweater flat to dry.

Tips

Test the solution on a small, hidden portion of the garment first to make sure color won't run.
Always blot the stain, never rub or scrub it.
Be sure to completely rinse out any detergent residue before laying garment flat to dry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I do if the stain doesn't come out?

If the stain persists after following steps above, bring the garment to a professional dry cleaner as soon as possible.

Can I use this method for other types of stains?

This method may work for other types of stains, such as red wine, but always be sure to test the solution on a small, hidden portion of garment first.

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