Learn how to store your clothing, carpet, and upholstery from colorful curry spills.
Thehigh heat from the dryerwill permanently set the stain.
Heat is part of setting the color when dyeing with curry spices.
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This makes it even more difficult to remove.
The solution should be very weak: 1 tablespoon hydrogen peroxide to 1/2 cup water.
However, full-strength hydrogen peroxide can be used onwhite fabrics.
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Examine the stained area before drying.
The stain removers included in these kits will not remove curry stains.
Remove any curry solids with the edge of a dull knife or spoon.
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Do not rub with a cloth or sponge.
Blot With Borax
Mix 1 tablespoon borax powder with 2 cups of lukewarm water.
Use a sponge to apply the borax solution to the stain.
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Repeat until no more curry color is transferred to the paper towel.
If any stain remains, take the garment to a professional dry cleaner and identify the stain.
Mix enough of the solution to submerge the entire garment, and allow it to soak overnight.
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If the stain is still visible, repeat this soaking step with a fresh solution.
When no stain remains, launder as usual.
Baking Soda
Applybaking sodato curry stains to tackle any oil that may be part of the stain.
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Vinegar
A paste ofvinegarand baking soda is a great DIY treatment for tough and greasy stains.
The acid in vinegar will attack the curry spice stains while the baking soda will break down any oil.
Check the stained area before drying.
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Don’t put it in the dryer until the stain is gone.
See if the stain is gone before drying.
Take care not to spread the stain by rubbing.
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Stir to mix well.
Allow this mixture to sit for five minutes and then blot away with a dry cloth.
Repeat until no more color is transferred to the white cloth.
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Move to a dry cloth and blot until all moisture is absorbed.
Allow the carpet to air dry away from direct heat.
Blot with a dry white cloth and allow to air dry.
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Finally, vacuum the carpet to lift fibers.
Apply These Steps to Upholstered Furniture
The same treatments can be used on most upholstery fabrics.
Just take extra care not to over-wet the fabric.
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The key is early treatmentimmediately after the spill, if possible.
The faster you act, the higher the chances of removing a curry stain.
you might treat curry stains withchlorine bleachonly if used on white fabrics that can tolerate chlorine bleach.
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Check the garments care label to see whether chlorine bleach or non-chlorine bleach can be used.
Dab the bleach solution onto the curry stain, then launder right away.
Check the stain to see if its gone before drying.
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