I would call, or go into the Don Aslett Cleaning Center (corner of Overland and Maple Grove in Boise). They are experts and sell the supplies and teach you how. He is an Idaho man who has the largest cleaning service in the world, but at the store he just sells supplies and free advice. I wonder if one of those ultraviolet wands that kill germs on things (I have seen them in Costco in the past) would kill the smell? On another note, the homemade mixture here is also a miracle worker for different stains. I’ve been so pleasantly amazed at it’s ability to remove deep, old, and stubborn stains. The most impressive is the unavoidable yellow armpit on white shirts. When it beat those I felt like I won the lottery. I’ve never been so excited to gather clothes for a stain removing session 🤪 Puracy Stain Remover: In general, Puracy products have performed adequately when we've tried them before. When considered in a head-to-head scenario, though, the stain remover's performance didn't measure up to other options. It earned a low score for effectiveness and ease of use, since our tester found that the spray bottle didn't work well. Stains weren't removed as efficiently as we hoped, and our tester noted that other products are better at removing grass and marker stains. Highly recommended for stained up shirts and stuff. I used this on a shirt that was all stained up and the stains came out. Really surprising for me since everything on the internet is usually wrong. But thanks!

Use a rag to scrub gently to remove the paint. For colored clothes, dilute 2 tbsp in 1/2 cup warm water. Mix well and lather the area continue by rubbing the area with a cloth until the stain is gone. Toss in a regular cycle and wash. From what I understand, hydrogen peroxide is not as effective when exposed to light for an extended period of time. So, I just mix up a small batch each time I need it. We all love a cup of good coffee but we must agree the stain it leaves behind can be devastating to remove especially on countertops and clothing. Well, that is no longer so with GRANDMA’S SECRET STAIN REMOVER. Just wanted to thank you for this DIY recipe! I have used this a dozen times, and so far everything I’ve used it on has come out. I’ve used it on blood, baby poop, armpit stains (on a shirt that has already been washed/dried 100 times), bell pepper juices on a shirt, and grease splatters from cooking.While this is a higher-priced option than others we tested, we appreciate that the formula includes ingredients certified by the EPA Safer Choice Program, and that it's versatile enough for carpets, upholstery, and even car seats. If you're looking for a stain remover that's effective on clothing and useful around the home, and boasts environmentally friendly ingredients, Defunkify is a more than solid choice.

Although one tester had an issue with the brush smearing certain fresh stains like chocolate, they recommended lightly dabbing any excess from the stain and wiping off the brush after each application. Despite this, our testers still recommend this product for its value and effectiveness on set-in stains. It’s also worth noting that Flores recommends pre-soaking items with set-in stains for best results. Who it's for: People who don’t have time to immediately treat messes and want to remove set-in stains.

Want to see your picture by your comment? Get your custom avatar by registering for free at Gravatar. I have a “hand wash only” shirt (who even makes shirts like this for 3-year-olds?!) that had some new chocolate milk stains on it, and some old pen mark stains on it. I decided this would be a great shirt to test out this homemade stain remover on. This is a close up of just ONE section of her shirt… Blood stains can be tough to remove because they contain proteins that bind to fabric fibers. To treat a blood stain, soak the garment in cold water for 30 minutes before laundering it as usual,” Flores says. “Grass stains are difficult to remove because of their saturated green pigments, so it might require repeating the stain removal process a few times. Ink is also hard to remove from fabric because it’s water-resistant. To treat an ink stain, blot the area with a dry cloth to absorb as much of the ink as possible.”

I’m so glad I found this, I mixed up a big batch and cleaned a bunch of my grand daughters baby clothes that were stained from formula and they came out like new. I also use it in my sons work T-shirt’s to get the stains out and it works every time. I’m mixing up a batch to take to the lake with us so I can treat stains when they happens and they won’t have a week to set in. To come up with this list, we blind-tested 30 laundry stain removers in our Lab (aka our testers were not aware of the brands they were evaluating until all tests were completed). To test each product’s effectiveness on fresh stains, we applied 1 teaspoon of red wine, 1 teaspoon of chocolate syrup, a smear of grass, and a scribble of a blue Crayola marker to a yellow T-shirt and drew circles around each stain. Testers also applied 1 teaspoon of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of foundation to a separate T-shirt to judge each product’s efficacy on oil-based stains. BTW , I don’t usually leave comments anywhere on the internet, but I’m so impressed, I just had to let you know!Grass stains may seem easy to remove since they come from organic matter, but they can be a challenge to get out once they’ve set in. Whether you’re an outdoorsy person yourself or have active children who love to roll around in the grass, the Shout Advanced Ultra Concentrated Gel Brush is about to be your new go-to on laundry day. In our tests, we found that this gel stain remover was the best at eliminating both fresh and set-in grass stains.

Apply directly to the stain and leave on for 10 to 5 minutes. Use a damp cloth to wipe the area. As you do this you should see a spectacular result, your carpet stain will disappear. Cheryl! That is so awesome to hear! Thank you for sharing your success story! Great idea to throw a little lemon essential oil in too! I love that one for cleaning lots of things! Its great idea! Thanks for sharing such a helpful post with us. Definitely I will try this homemade recipe. Many times I have faced stain problem on my clothes while working at home or travelling. Also your homemade stain remover recipe is within my budget. If you have some more homemade cleaners please share with us.

We noted that the directions tell you not to let this foam dry on stains. If you're someone who easily gets distracted and can see yourself getting interrupted while doing chores, or if you like to take your time with laundry steps, this product might not work with your usual process. Otherwise, it's a high performing, budget-friendly, easy-to-use choice that proved to be effective during our testing process. My family can’t not use oxy as it makes us itch. I’m going to try this concoction and let you know if it worked. Thanks for the diy. According to Flores, blood, grass, ink, and wine are some of the hardest stains to remove, especially once they’ve set in. Other common stains, such as food, oil, makeup, grease, grime, dirt, coffee, and baby stains, can be removed with the right product and pre-treatment if necessary. From grass stains to dirt, food and wine detritus, this spray gets the job done on clothing, upholstery and rugs or carpets. It's fast-acting, chlorine-free and color-safe so you don't have to worry about damaging your clothes. Using a damp cleaning rag, dab a few drops of your favorite essential oil on it and wipe the area that is being treated.