For the best results, tackle tough stains as quickly as possible after they happen.
As the paste dries, it pulls more and more of the stain from the fabric.
Tip
Before using baking soda, be sure tocheck for colorfastnessfirst.
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Rub a paste of baking soda and water onto a dampblood stainwith your fingers or an old toothbrush.
Allow the paste to sit for up to an hour to help lift the stain from the fabric.
Wash per the care label instructions.
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Removing Sweat Stains With Baking Soda
Remove stainswith a baking soda and water paste.
Rub the paste onto the stained area with your fingers or a toothbrush and let it dry.
Brush the dried baking soda into a sink or trashcan before washing the garment per the care label instructions.
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Check for lingering traces of discoloration or odor before drying the garment.
If the stain remains, repeat the above steps until no trace remains, then dry.
Dust away the excess baking soda and wash the garment per the care label instructions.
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After washing, check for remaining traces of the stain-including odors.
If stains remain, follow the specific steps for toughvomit stain removal.
Leave it on for about 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse.
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To keep the baking soda damp, keep it covered with a slightly moistened paper towel.
Baking soda is very absorbent and draws stains and odors out of fabrics.
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