So, there are ink stains on your polyester clothes? Do not worry. Home remedies can effectively remove the stain while restoring your clothes. However, remember to clean the ink stain immediately by patting it on a tissue or cloth so it doesn't soak into the fabric. Be patient and don't give up trying to get rid of ink stains because sometimes they can be difficult to remove.
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Method 1 of 3: Using a Stain Cleaner
Step 1. Pat the ink smudge until it disappears
If you notice when the ink spills onto your clothes, you may just need to pat it off. This method can help remove the stain before it becomes a big problem. Although some of the ink will still remain, this step should help. Take a dry cloth and pat it dry on the stained area. Use a clean part of the cloth each time you pat to prevent the ink stain from spreading further.
Step 2. Check the labels on the clothes
Before using any product, it's a good idea to check the label on the clothing to make sure there are no specific cleaning instructions, or to find out what the ingredients are.
Some clothes may be made of polyester as well as other materials. If that's your case, make sure that different materials can also be cleaned like polyester. Also, check to see if there are any special cleaning instructions. Some types of fabric must be hand washed, while others must be dry washed
Step 3. Decide how to clean the stain
After patting the stain, determine the cleaning agent. There are a variety of home remedies you can use to remove ink stains from polyester.
- Liquid alcohol is a powerful stain remover for polyester. Pour a small amount of alcohol right on the ink affected area. Next, gently pat the clean cloth until the ink lifts.
- Borax can also be used to remove ink from polyester. Just add water to make a borax paste and then apply it directly to the stained area. Let it soak for about 30 minutes.
- Strong soaps can also be used to remove ink stains. Laundry detergent or dish soap are also suitable. Pour the soap directly on the ink stain and then rub the cloth with your finger. You may have to rub the cloth a little vigorously.
Step 4. Rinse the stain with cold water
After using the cleaning agent of your choice, rinse the cloth in cold water. If there is still some ink remaining, try rubbing the cloth with your finger while rinsing. This step can help remove any remaining stains.
Method 2 of 3: Using Hairspray
Step 1. Spray hairspray
Spray a lot of hairspray on the ink stain to loosen it. This spray will make the stain lift to the surface of the fabric so that it is easier to clean.
Keep in mind that using hairspray can damage some types of fabrics and surfaces. Therefore, be sure to always check the care label of a garment before cleaning the stain
Step 2. Mix dish soap with white vinegar and water
Combine 1/2 teaspoon liquid dish soap, 1 tablespoon white vinegar, and 1 liter warm water in a small bowl until it forms a solution. Stir until completely evenly distributed.
Step 3. Use a cloth to wipe off the vinegar solution
Take a clean white cloth, moisten it with vinegar solution and then wipe generously on the stained area. Let the ink stain soak up the vinegar solution for about 30 minutes.
Step 4. Rub the polyester fabric with your finger
Press the polyester cloth with your finger and rub it until the stain begins to disappear. This will help the vinegar solution lift the ink stain from the fabric and remove any remaining stain.
Step 5. Rinse the cloth
Use cold running water to rinse your clothes. Do this step until all the vinegar and soap are completely removed from the clothes. Squeeze the clothes occasionally to make sure there is no soap and vinegar left, because if they do, they can damage the clothes.
Method 3 of 3: Washing Clothes
Step 1. Wash your clothes as usual
Once the ink stains have been removed, you can return to machine washing as usual. Be sure to follow all specific clothing care instructions.
Step 2. Recheck the clothes to make sure the ink stains are completely gone
Even though the ink stain should be completely gone before your clothes are washed, it's possible that some of it may still remain. For that, make sure again that all the ink stains have completely disappeared before your clothes are dried. If the ink stain remains, try washing your clothes again, or using a stronger cleaning product.
Step 3. Dry your clothes
Drying clothes in the sun is the safest way to dry them because the heat from the machine can make the remaining stains seep in. However, if you are sure that all the ink stains are gone, you can use a machine to dry the clothes. However, drying clothes may be safer because making sure the stain is completely gone while the clothes are still damp will be difficult.
Tips
- For really stubborn stains, a strong cleaning product may help. However, there is a possibility that the color of your clothes will fade too.
- Different types of ink may respond to different cleaning products. So, try different ways until you find the one that works for you.
Warning
- Do not put polyester clothes in the dryer until the stain is completely gone. The heat from the dryer will allow the stain to soak into the fabric.
- Clean the stain in a well-ventilated area as alcohol vapor can cause nausea and headaches.
