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Cleaning Black Stains on Safety Clothing?

I work security outside at a shipping warehouse, checking tractor trailers in and out. We have to wear yellow or orange safety vests, shirts, or coats. Even with regular washing, the yellow and orange uniforms accumulate black marks which just won't come off. I assume it's from the layers of exhaust fume residue on everything I come in contact with. Any tips on how to remove or reduce these would be appreciated. I do not have a garage or well-ventilated space in my home to use anything with severe fumes, so please keep that in mind.

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December 30, 20180 found this helpful

The company I previous worked for actually does laundry services complimentary and if the uniform deteriorate from regular usage - it'll be replaced for the safety of the employees, etc. Not sure if your company offers those services.

I would also try to wash only work clothes together on delicate wash and air dry. Sometimes even hand wash with mild soap in the tub.

 

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December 31, 20180 found this helpful

Lestoil works on those stains.

 

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December 31, 20180 found this helpful

I agree with Judy - Lestoil sounds like the heavy duty cleaner you should try. I have had good success using this to remove bad stains as well as greasy stains.

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I have not tried it on delicate things but your work clothes sounds like what this was made for. Try it in your laundry first but maybe let it soak 15-30 minutes before starting the washer.
Lestoil can be found in most big stores or on line.

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