How do I clean a wine stain from a tank top?

Mix one cup of warm water with a few drops of mild dishwashing liquid in a bowl. Dip a clean cloth into the mixture and blot the stained area. Rinse the area with cold water. Blot the area with a dry cloth to absorb excess moisture. Repeat steps 1-4 until the stain has completely disappeared.

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Make Wine Stains a Memory with this Easy Tank Top Cleaning Hack

You've had a great night out, but now you're left with a big problem - a wine stain on your favorite tank top. It feels like no matter what you do, the stain won't go away. Don't worry, we have a solution. With just a few items you can get it back to looking like new.

Updated 14 Feb 2023

By Jacobim Mugabe

What You'll Need

One cup of warm water
Mild dishwashing liquid
Clean terry cloth towel

Instructions

Mix one cup of warm water with a few drops of mild dishwashing liquid in a bowl.
Dip a clean cloth into the mixture and blot the stained area. Do not rub or scrub stain as this may push the stain deeper into the fabric.
Rinse the area with cold water. This will help to remove any soapy residue.
Blot the area with a dry cloth to absorb excess moisture.
Repeat steps 1-4 until the stain has completely disappeared.

Tips

If the stain is still visible after following these steps, it may be necessary to soak the fabric in the dishwater liquid overnight.
Be sure to check the care label on garment before attempting to clean the stain.
Always test cleaning solutions on a hidden area of the garment first to make sure it doesn't cause discoloration or damage.

Conclusion

Cleaning wine stains from tank tops is easy with the right materials and technique. Follow steps outlined above, and you'll be able to save your favorite tank top from a wine mishap!

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