What type of detergent should I use?

For general laundering, use a mild detergent. If you have a tough stain, try using a prewash stain remover.

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Check the garment care label to determine what kind of water temperature is best for your t-shirt.

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Eliminate White Wine Stains from Your T-Shirt in 6 Simple Steps

Accidents happen. Don't worry if you get a white wine stain on your t-shirt - these six steps will help you save your shirt and get it looking as good as new.

Updated 20 Feb 2023

By Isabelle Trottier

Step 1: Blot the Stain Immediately

If you spill white wine on your t-shirt, act quickly and blot the stain with a clean paper towel. Do not rub the stain because this can spread stain further. Instead, put pressure on the stained area to absorb as much of the liquid as possible.

Step 2: Pour Club Soda on the Stain

Pour some club soda onto the stain. Let the club soda sit and soak in for a few minutes before blotting with a clean cloth. Repeat this step several times until you see that the stain is starting to fade.

Step 3: Pretreat with a Detergent

To start removing the stain, pretreat fabric with a detergent. If you have a stubborn stain, use a prewash stain remover. Allow the detergent and prewash stain remover to sit for several minutes.

Step 4: Launder in Warm Water

Once you've pretreated the fabric, it's time to launder your t-shirt. Put the shirt in the washing machine with a mild detergent and warm water. Make sure to check the garment care label for instructions about which water temperature might be best for your piece of clothing.

Step 5: Use Oxygen Bleach

Oxygen bleach is great for removing tough stains. You could choose to add ¼ cup of oxygen bleach to the warm water before laundering your shirt. You could also pour a bit of oxygen bleach directly onto the stain and let it sit for 30 minutes before laundering.

Step 6: Check to See if the Stain Has Disappeared

After laundering, take a look at the shirt to see if the stain has gone away. If you can still see traces of the stain, repeat the laundering process with a bit more detergent, prewash stain remover, or oxygen bleach.

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