A tea stain may be light in color, but the discoloration may be difficult to remove.
The hightannin contentin tea makes its stains even harder to remove than coffee stains.
Never put a freshly stained garment into the dryer, as the heat can permanently set the stain.
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If one method isn’t effective, feel free to try another.
Typically, there’s no need to purchase a special upholstery or carpet cleaner.
If the garment is labeled dry clean only, take it to yourdry cleaneras soon as possible.
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Point out and identify the stain to help your professional cleaner choose the proper treatment.
The surest way to prevent tea stains in mugs is to wash your drinkware immediately after finishing your tea.
The longer the tea sits in the mug, the more challenging the stain will be to remove.
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Apply a thick layer of baking soda over the dampened tea stain.
Leave the paste on overnight and see if the stain is gone the next day.
Repeat if necessary before washing the garment.
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Tea stains can be removed and they are typically not permanent.
However, work on the stain when it is fresh for easier removal.
Use cold water to rinse the stain away.
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