Below, learn how to remove even the most stubborndried-on fruit stainsfrom clothing and other fabrics.
Be gentle, as rubbing too vigorously can damage the clothing or force the fruit deeper into the fibers.
Apply Liquid Laundry Detergent
Rub several drops of your favoriteliquid laundry detergentdirectly on the stained area.
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Allow the detergent to sit for about five minutes before you proceed to the next step.
Do not use regular soaps on fruit-based stains; only use laundry detergent.
Soaps can set the stain and make it permanent.
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Be sure to precisely follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Point out and identify the stain to help your professional cleaner choose the proper treatment.
Use anenzyme-based stain removerfor fruit stains on clothing and other fabrics.
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However, it can be used if these cleaning agents do not fully remove the stain.
The darker the fruit’s juice, the more stubborn the stain will be.
Household cleaners likehydrogen peroxidecan be helpful if commercial cleaners don’t fully remove the stain.
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