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Cleaning Yellowed CurtainsThis is a page about cleaning yellowed curtains. Window coverings can yellow with age and environmental conditions. It can be a challenge to restore the color.

 

Cleaning Fish Oil From Clothing and LinensThis page is about cleaning fish oil from clothing and linens. It can be a challenge to remove the stain and strong odor of fish oil.

 

Cleaning Permanent Marker on a...This is a page about cleaning permanent marker (Sharpie) on a microfiber couch. Although sometimes difficult to remove from upholstery, you may be able to get Sharpie off of your microfiber couch.

 

Removing Mildew from a TentThis is a page about removing mildew from a tent. If you store your tent wet, it's very likely it will develop mildew. The smell of mildew makes a tent a very unappealing place to sleep.

 

Removing Stains From Antique Lace?This page is about removing stains from antique lace. Delicate old lace can be yellowed and have stains.

 

How to Clean Bat Poop Stains on Fabric?If you live in an area inhabited by bats, you may have to remove their guano from outdoor furniture cushions, patio umbrellas, and other fabric covered items. This is a page about how to clean bat poop stains on fabric.

 

Removing Permanent Ink (Sharpie) from...This is a page about removing permanent ink from fabric. Permanent marker is called "permanent" for a reason. It's very difficult to remove. While difficult to remove, there are some things you can try.

 

Getting Vaseline Off a Couch?How can I remove a Vaseline stain from a Denim covered couch?

 

Color Bleeding When Washing a Quilt for...This is a page about color bleeding when washing a quilt for the first time. Despite prewashing your fabric before sewing it into a quilt, sometimes the colors run onto other parts of the block.

 

Removing Dog Urine Stains on a Speaker?This is a page about removing dog urine stains on a speaker. It is extremely frustrating when a pet uses your stereo speaker for a fire hydrant.

 

Cleaning Dog Drool from MicrofiberThis page is about cleaning dog drool from microfiber. If you allow your dog to get up on the furniture, you can end up with saliva stains.

 

Getting White Washclothes White Again?My white washcloths turn pinkish after continual uses and washes. I tried using bleach to get the hint of pink out, but that doesn't work. I'm guessing that this pink occurs from the type of water we have. I notice that my toilet bowls turn pinkish when they are not cleaned within 10 days. After scrubbing the toilet bowl, though, the pink tint does go away. But this isn't the case with the washcloths. Any ideas on reasons and solutions out there? I only wash the washcloths with whites--no dark colors, etc. Thanks!

 

Removing Tea Stains on FabricThis is a page about removing tea stains on fabric. Unless you are intentionally tea staining a quilt or other handicraft for a vintage look, tea stains on fabric are not desired.

 

Cleaning Velvet Clothing and Fabric?This is a page about cleaning velvet clothing and fabric. Due to the varied fiber content and pile, velvet can be difficult to clean.

 

Cleaning Milk from Upholstery?This is a page about cleaning milk from upholstery. Milk spills can be removed from upholstery with some care and patience. You will also want to remove as much of the liquid from the underlying materials as possible to prevent odors.

 

How to Remove Gum from FabricIt is bad enough when you step on a wad of gum and have it stick to your shoe. If it gets mashed onto some type of fabric other solutions are needed. This is a page about how to remove gum from fabric.

 

Cleaning a Satin Brocade Couch?I just want to ask this question one more time since I did not get any feedback the last time. What do I clean a white satin brocade couch with? Would Oxiclean be a good one to try? It is not dirty, it's just the spots I want to keep off.

 

Getting Rid of Odor in Dish Towels?My dish towels have a terrible odor and I cannot figure it out. I have washed them in bleach and they still have a odor. Help.

 

Removing Dog Hair from Curtains?I need help in getting white dog hair off of my full-length navy blue curtains. My dog perches himself on the low front window ledge to watch the world go by, and therefore the curtains are COVERED with his hair.

 

Cleaning Candle Wax on Microsuede FurnitureThis is a page about cleaning candle wax on microsuede furniture. The texture of microsuede can make cleaning melted wax off upholstery a bit tricky.

 

Removing Sizing From Fabric?This is a page about removing sizing from fabric. There are a number of reasons you may want to remove the sizing or stiffening from fabric.

 

Faded Spot on Silk Kimono?Hi, I tried to spot clean a stain on my silk kimono but think I might have rubbed a little too vigorously. The area I tried to clean is now slightly lighter than the rest of the kimono. Is there any way that I can repair/fix this or at least make the faded area less noticeable? Thanks!

 

Cleaning Rubber From Fabric?I was pulling in the garage and as I was pulling in, I forget about a fabric couch. My front tire rubbed up against the arm of the couch leaving a black smudge. I have looked online for some help cleaning the rubber off from the couch. No luck! Please give me some advice on how to clean the couch?

 

Removing Coffee Stains on Upholstery?Coffee can leave a brown spot when it is spilled on fabric. There are a few cleaners; water, baking soda or salt that can help remove it. This is a page about removing coffee stains on upholstery.

 

Cleaning an Unknown Upholstery StainEven if you don't know what caused the stain on your upholstery there are a couple of options you can try. Many people have luck using club soda or vinegar. Always check for colorfastness when cleaning. This is a page about cleaning an unknown upholstery stain.

 

How to Remove Permanent Marker on UpholsteryThere are a number of specialty products and some common household ones that can be used for this cleaning job. This is a page about how to remove permanent marker on upholstery.

 

Removing Permanent Ink from Cloth Book Cover?So my mother has this old book and the cover/casing is not a plastic or paper covering. My little brother got Sharpie on the book and I need help getting it off. Are there any ways to remove marker from such a cover? I attached a picture of the (unharmed) exterior of the book.

 

Fabric Dye Ran in the Wash?I washed my daughter's brand new bedroom set. It's Zebra print with white and pink through it in areas. The black dye ran all over it. I didn't notice it so I threw it in the dryer! Then I noticed it and put Resolve on it and rewashed with no luck! How can I get this dye out?

 

Removing Water Stains from Suede Upholstery?How do I remove water stains from suede dining room chair covers?

 

Removing Sidewalk Chalk from Fabric?How do I remove sidewalk chalk from non-washable fabric?

 

Cleaning a Velveteen Horse Blanket?This is a page about cleaning a velveteen horse blanket. A prize horse blanket needs special care to be cleaned and possibly put on display.

 

Removing Glitter Glue from Clothes?This is a page about removing glitter glue from clothes. Mistakes can happen when decorating clothing, and you may need to remove some glue from your fabric.

 

Cleaning FleeceThis page is about cleaning fleece. This soft, synthetic fabric is generally used for winter clothing, pajamas and blankets.

 

Removing Applique Residue from Fabric?Removing adhesive from clothing can be difficult. This page is about removing applique residue from fabric.

 

Removing Lipstick Stains on Fabric?Lipstick can leave tough stains on fabric. Kiss stubborn lipstick stains goodbye. This page is about removing lipstick stains on fabric.

 

Removing Grease Stain on Upholstery?I have a grease/oil stain on my bay window seat (material). It cannot be washed. What can I use to remove it?

 

Cleaning Bird Droppings From Fabric?This page is about removing bird droppings from fabric. Whether on indoor or outdoor cloth, bird or poop is unpleasant to clean.

 

Removing Stains from Silk Upholstery?This is a page about removing stains from silk upholstery. Care should be taken when attempting to remove stains from silk upholstery.

 

Removing Candle Wax From MicrofiberThis is a page about removing candle wax from microfiber. The texture of microfiber can make it difficult to remove candle wax spills.

 

Removing Baby Formula Stains on Microfiber?This is a page about removing baby formula stains on microfiber. Baby formula stains are a common occurrence on clothing and furniture.

 

Cleaning Velvet UpholsteryThis is a page about cleaning velvet upholstery. Care must be taken when cleaning upholstery with a nap, such as velvet.

 

Cleaning Velour Upholstery?This is a page about cleaning velour upholstery. Similar to velvet and velveteen in its soft texture and nap, velour requires care when cleaning to prevent damage to the fabric.

 

Removing Gorilla Glue from Fabric?This is a page about removing Gorilla Glue from fabric. It is easy to get glue on clothing or other fabrics while working on a repair or project.

 

Removing Gorilla Glue From Microfiber?This is a page about removing Gorilla Glue from microfiber. Removing Gorilla Glue, which is prized for its staying power, from fabrics such as microfiber can be difficult.

 

Removing Paint from FabricThis is a page about removing paint from fabric. Many of us have experienced the disaster of getting paint on fabric, such as upholstery, while working around the house.

 

Cleaning a Fabric Purse?This page is about cleaning a fabric purse. Keeping your favorite purses useful requires keeping them clean.

 

Removing Soot From Curtains?This page is about removing soot from curtains. Soot residue can collect on fabric from wood burning and candles.

 

Removing Tree Sap on MicrofiberThis page is about removing tree sap on microfiber. Tree sap can show up in the most unexpected places after a visit to the woods.

 

Removing Grease from a Fabric Purse?I got grease on light brown sateen Coach purse. I used Coach cleaner and it still will not come out. What should I use? The purse is only a month old.

 

Cleaning Mock Suede?How should I clean mock suede seating? It is 100% polyester.

 

Removing Pet Hair from MicrofiberThis is a page about removing pet hair from microfiber. Pet hair on any furniture can be a chore to clean up. However, microfiber fabric can be especially difficult to get the hair out of.

 

Cleaning a Quilt?This is a page about cleaning a quilt. You need to know what kinds of fabrics your quilt is made with. Some quilts are machine washable while others may need to be dry cleaned.

 

Cleaning Vintage LinensThis is a page about cleaning vintage linens. Linens can yellow with age in addition to getting stained from usage. Cleaning them must be done properly to avoid damaging the often delicate fabric.

 

Cleaning Candle Wax from a TableclothThis is a page about cleaning candle wax from a table cloth. Perhaps you forgot to blow them out after a nice candle lit dinner or maybe the candle just dripped a lot. Either way, you have some messy candle wax to try and get out of your tablecloth.

 

Removing Chocolate Milk Stain on Tablecloth?How do I remove a two week old chocolate milk stain from my tablecloth? It was washed in warm water before I found it.

 

Removing Permanent Marker from Fabric Couch?How do I get black permanent marker off of a polyester couch?

 

Cleaning a TentThis is a page about cleaning a tent. Sometimes we get stuck camping in the rain. When it comes time to pack up, we stuff our tent in it's bag and forget about it until the next camping trip, only to find a moldy tent.

 

How Do I Clean Grease Stains Out of Dried Fabric?What is the best way to clean grease stains out of fabric? And if you have washed and dried it already are you doomed to never get the stain out?

 

Dye Transfer from Jeans on Purse?I bought a tan bag and wore it with my jeans. The blue jeans transferred color onto the tan bag. How do I get it off the bag and prevent it from happening again. I basically just wear jeans.

 

How Can I Remove Nail Polish from Delicate Fabric?How can I remove nail polish from delicate fabric?

 

Removing Pollen Stains on Fabric?How do you remove the orange lily pollen from fabric (60%cotton/40%polyester)?

 

Removing Permanent Marker on Fabric?My daughter wrote her name using permanent marker inside her backpack and I'm trying to remove her name so my other daughter can use it. Inside her backpack is fabric and it's very hard to remove the marker; is there any remedy?

 

Removing Crayon from Upholstered Furniture?How do you get crayon off a fabric settee?

 

Removing Hair Dye Stains from Fabric?How do I remove Garnier dye stains from a green towel?

 

Removing Mothball Smell from Fabric?How do you get a mothball smell out of fabric?

 

Removing Mold on Terrylene Curtains?How do I remove mold from terrylene curtains?

 

Removing Crayon Stains from Dry Clean Only Fabric?I used the Bounce dry cleaning sheets on canvas bags that can't be washed in water. The first 4 came out beautifully, the next 4 had crayons hidden in them and came out all streaked, please help.Most of the suggestions that I have found call for washing in hot water.

 

Highlighter Stain on Silk?How can I remove a highlighter marker stain from a silk dresser scarf?

 

Removing Fabric Paint?How do I get fabric paint off my backpack?

 

Cleaning a Satin Purse?How do I clean a satin Coach purse?

 

Cleaning a Residual Wine Stain on Dry Clean Only Upholstery?I have a couch that looks and feels like velvet. It is actually 90% polyester and 10% cotton. It had red wind spelled on it. It all came up, but a month later whatever was still on the inside cushion found it's way up to the surface now.

 

Removing Washable Marker from Linen and Cotton Tablecloth?I got washable marker on a light blue linen and cotton table cloth. I used Spray and Wash and ran it through a cycle in the washing machine with a scoop of Oxiclean. All of the colors came out except the yellow.

 

Removing Cat Hair from Knit Fabric?I would like to know how to remove cat hair from knit fabric?

 

Can You Machine Wash Cotton Velvet?Can we machine wash a cotton velvet cushion cover or bed linens?

 

Cleaning a Padded Camera Bag?How do I clean a padded camera bag?

 

Upholstery Cleaner Left Stain on Furniture?I had a spot on my couch and I sprayed Resolve on it. It left a big ring on it. How do I get the ring out?

 

Fabric is Discolored Along Folded Edge?I purchased several yards of baby cord fabric from resale. The fabric is sort of ivory in color. It has been folded a long time and along the fold it is discolored. What is the best way to clean it?

 

Removing Scotch Tape from Cloth?I would like to know how to remove Scotch tape from cloth.

 

Cleaning Chintz Fabric?How do I clean Chintz fabric?

 

Cleaning an Armani Microfiber Bag?What is the best way to clean an Armani microfiber bag. It is authentic so I don't want to ruin it. The handle is leather, is there a special cleaner or can I use warm water and soap. Help.

 

Cleaning a Kate Spade Diaper Bag?How do you clean a Kate Spade diaper bag made of nylon looking material?

 

Yellow Stains on Cotton Fabric?How do I clean yellowish marks from a white cotton cloth?

 

Powdered Soap Spots on Fabric?How do I remove powdered laundry soap stains from my bed comforter? They are blotches about the size of a tennis ball. Thanks so much for your help.

 

Food Grease on Microfiber?How do I clean food grease from a microfiber chair, the material is a stone color.

 

Root Beer Stains on Curtains?I have new curtains that are colonial blue. They are 55% polyester, 45% cotton, with 100% acrylic backing. Someone has splattered root beer on one of them. How can I remove root beer stains on curtain panel?

 

Using Cloth Instead Of Diaper Wipes?I want to use a cloth instead of a baby wipe to clean dirty bottoms. How should I wash them to disinfect them? Should they be washed alone?

 

Dyeing with Bleach?I have a blue baby hammock which I really want to be white. Can anyone tell me the best way to go about doing this? Obviously, I'll have to use bleach, but can I put it in my washing machine? Or will I have to mess about with buckets.

 

Cotton Table Cloth Has Yellowed?I have a 100% cotton table cloth and washed it on full cycle with about 1/2 cup of bleach. It came out yellow. I've tried vinegar wash, soda wash, with salt, hanging it outside in the sun and to no avail it's still yellow looking. Needless to say all the other linens came out fine.

 

Removing Mold Odor From Quilt Blocks?We live in an apartment, and during our intense winter the ceiling in our storage room developed a horrible leak. Mold developed only in the ceiling, not on any objects in the room (we had to dodge buckets all winter long when we went looking for anything). So everything in the room has an odor. YUK. We kept extra school supplies in storage, so I don't know if we can get the smell out of books and papers, but what I am SO SAD about is all my craft stuff was stored in that room.

 

Removing Candle Wax From Church Pew Cushion?Need advice on how to get candle wax out of pew cushion at church. It is left over from New Year's eve's candle light service.

 

Removing Sudo Cream From Microfiber?How do you remove Sudo Cream from a microfiber couch. My two year old had a little fun the other day.

 

Removing Mold And Mildew On Polyester Shower Curtain?How can I remove mold and mildew from a polyester shower curtain?

 

Getting A and D Cream Out of Microfiber?Getting A and D Cream not ointment out of microfiber.

 

Removing a Stain from a Baby Quilt?I have an old baby quilt that was handmade and is in good shape and probably colorfast, but it has been in storage for a long time. I laundered it and dried it like usual; and then noticed a brown stain over part of it. I do not know how to get rid of it and what the cause of it was. I thought I laundered it before I put it into storage. I had it in storage in a plastic blanket bag until I removed it recently to launder it.

 

Removing Red Crayon from White Doily?My mom just got a beautiful doily from Ireland. I got a red drop of melted crayon on it. Every one is posting things about their kids leaving crayons in their pockets, but my question is referring to just a drop, on a white doily. Is there a difference? If you could respond ASAP, that would be amazing. My mom wants me to fix it.

 

Cleaning Cloth Tote Bag Handles?I need some help I have a Coach Hampton tote and the handles are cloth with white. I'm trying to clean it with mild soap and a damp cloth but the dirt seems to be getting darker. I would like it to be white again. Does anyone have any suggestions?

 

Removing Oil Based Paint from Fabric Car Seat?How to remove oil based paint from a fabric car seat?

 

Cleaning Wool Handbag Straps?I have an expensive wool handbag that has stains on the straps. They're stains from usage, mostly. I'm thinking body oils and such.

 

Removing Kerosene From Wool?How do I remove kerosene from wool or an unwashable fabric.

 

Removing Stains from Hospital Pads?Once again I am asking for your expertise as any previous solutions have worked so well. I use 'hospital pads' around the house for my dogs to lay on when they are chewing a bone or treat of any kind. I wash them regularly, however, once in a while the stains get quite bad. Is there something that I may soak them in, in order to get them cleaner? Thank you, have a nice day and stay safe.

 

Removing Ink from Cotton Doona Cover?I have managed to get blue ink on a white, pure cotton Doona cover.

 

Pen on Microfiber?How do I get pen out of microfiber?

 

Removing Varnish on Demin?How do I remove varnish on denim? It's not a fresh stain.

 

Removing Fly Mess From Fabric?Any ideas about how to remove fly mess from fabric?

 

Is Febreze Safe On Microfiber?I just need to know if it is safe to use Febreze on Microfiber. I would appreciate any answers.

 

Removing Paper Debris on Fabric?How do I remove the debris of broken down paper tissues accidentally placed in washing machine in pocket and now clinging to the fabric in small pieces?

 

Cigarette Smoke Smell on Fleece Fabric?I just received a huge bag of fleece for free (I made cat and dog toys at home for extra income). Although, I'm beyond grateful to the person who gave it to me, she neglected to tell me she smokes... a lot!

 

Water Marks on Silk?I need help removing water marks from silk curtains.

 

Latex Paint on Fabric?How do we remove latex paint from fabric? Is it even possible?

 

Roach Feces on Muslin?I sent in a request several weeks ago and haven't had an answer. I've gotten several large roaches in my house (which I have since killed) and I have gotten feces all over the muslin bag I have in my closet.

 

Cleaning Satin?My friend is having her vows renewed after 25 years. When she was engaged, she bought some yards of satin to make her gown. She and her husband eloped without having the gown made. She wants to have it made for the renewal.

 

Mold on Decorative Pillow?I have a problem. I have a small decorative pillow that has mold on it and I would like to get it out. What should I do? Please help.. Karen from Hanover

 

Cat Pee On Rucksack?I discovered the cat has sprayed on my rucksack the day before i go on holiday - i need it out tonight - any ideas, could I soak it in vinger and water? Rob

 

Musty Smells on Wool?I recently bought a lot of wool fabric at auction on ebay, it was mentioned that the fabric was rescued from a wet basement, but i can't remember what method my grandmother used for removing this odor from wool. These are uncut pieces for sewing, can anyone help? Ebay Addict

 

Removing Grease from Microfiber Upholstery?How do I remove car grease from the arm of a microfiber chair?

 

How to Remove Rotted Meat Odor From Heavy Fabric?Help! Someone left meat in my daughter's trunk and went unnoticed for 2 weeks! She had a very heavy fabric Renaissance costume cape in the trunk that has completely soaked up the rotten smell! She needs to wear this! I've tried regular Tide. Then washed with vinegar instead of detergent. It still reeks! Now soaking in vinegar water, but running out of hope.

 

Cleaning Rubber From Fabric?I was pulling in the garage and as I was pulling in, I forget about a fabric couch. My front tire rubbed up against the arm of the couch leaving a black smudge. I have looked online for some help cleaning the rubber off from the couch. No luck! Please give me some advice on how to clean the couch?

 

Cleaning Old Upholstery?I bought an old brocade chair at a junk store. The upholstery is in good shape, no spots or stains, just generally dirty all over. What's the best way to clean it?

 

Cleaning a Chocolate Stain Off a Coach Messenger Bag?I had purchased a used messenger Coach bag. It is navy blue, brown, and cream stripes in front, with cream straps with leather trim. The bag is in good condition. The chocolate is only in the outside pocket lined in a cream color. Is there any way to remove the stain without damaging the rest of the bag?

 

Paint on Car Upholstery?I have got paint on my car upholstery. Any ideas what I use to cover it?