How do I remove wine stains from silk satin?

Blot up as much of the spill as possible, pretreat the stain with an enzyme-based detergent, soak the garment in a solution of water and white vinegar, rinse and repeat as necessary, launder as usual, and air dry.

What is the best way to prevent wine stains on silk satin?

The best way to prevent wine stains on silk satin is to be sure to always keep your glass of wine away from any fabric while you’re drinking it. Spills are inevitable, so you should always be prepared with paper towels or a dry cloth so that you can immediately blot up any spill.

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Wine Gone Wrong? Learn How To Remove Wine Stains From Silk Satin In A Jiffy

It's happened to us all: your glass of red wine slips and the next thing you know, you're dealing with a wine stain on your silk satin garment. Don't worry, it's not the end of the world! We'll show you how to clean your garment and keep it looking brand new in no time.

Updated 14 Feb 2023

By Matej Kramberger

Step 1: Blot up as Much Wine as Possible

The first step to ridding your silk satin of wine is to blot up as much of the stained liquid as possible. This can be done with a dry cloth or paper towels. Press firmly but gently on stain to soak up as much of the wine as possible without pushing it further into the fabric.

Step 2: Pretreat the Stain with an Enzyme-Based Detergent

After blotting up as much of wine as possible, apply an enzyme-based detergent directly onto the stain. Let the detergent sit for 10-15 minutes before rinsing with cold water.

Step 3: Soak in a Solution of Water and White Vinegar

To help lift the stain further, fill a sink or tub with cold water and add a few tablespoons of white vinegar. Then, carefully submerge garment into the solution and let it soak for 30 minutes. The white vinegar will help neutralize the stain and make it easier to remove.

Step 4: Rinse and Repeat

Once the garment has soaked for at least 30 minutes, rinse it off in cold water and check for any remaining stains. If any traces of the stain remain, repeat steps 2 and 3 until stain has been completely removed.

Step 5: Launder as Usual

Once the stain has been removed, launder the garment as usual according to the manufacturer’s instructions. It may be best to skip the dryer and air dry your silk satin garment instead, as the heat may cause fabric to shrink or lose its shape.

Step 6: Enjoy Your Stain-Free Garment

Once your silk satin garment has been laundered and dried, you can finally enjoy it free of any tell-tale wine stains. You’ll be glad you took the extra steps to remove stain and preserve the beauty of your garment.

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