A quality tablecloth was placed on the Christmas table, but an oversight led to red wine spilling, creating a visible stain on the fabric? Wine stains can be particularly difficult to get rid of, especially red stains. However, there are methods to resolve the situation, as long as an immediate response is given.
According to , if the Christmas tablecloth is stained with wine, the first step is to absorb the liquid immediately, using a clean cloth or absorbent paper to remove as much as possible. It is recommended not to rub, in order to prevent the stain from spreading and penetrating further into the fabric.
Methods for effective cleaning
According to the same source, time is decisive when it comes to red wine stains, highlighting that the probability of removal increases the sooner you act. Among the shared methods, the use of cold water and salt stands out, especially on recent stains. The towel should be placed under cold running water to push the wine out of the fibers, before covering the stain with table salt. After 10 to 15 minutes, simply rinse again with cold water and continue washing.
Another approach mentioned involves white vinegar and dish detergent, recommending mixing equal parts of these substances and applying directly to the stain. The process involves operating for 10 to 15 minutes, followed by rinsing with cold water and machine washing.
There are also indications about using warm milk, which can be effective on persistent stains. The fabric is immersed in heated milk (without boiling) for around 30 minutes, then rinsed with cold water and washed normally. Specific products for red wine stains are also among the options available on the market, containing enzymes capable of dissolving wine pigments. The procedure, in this case, involves carefully following the instructions for each product.
Machine wash and stain persistence
Once the stain has been treated, the towel should be washed in cold or warm water, according to the fabric’s instructions, to prevent the heat from setting any wine residue. In situations where the mark remains visible, taking the towel to a professional dry cleaner can be an alternative, as specialized techniques and suitable chemicals can remove resistant stains without damaging the material, Ekonomista also recommends.
Among the recommended precautions, it is worth noting that the towel should not be subjected to heat, whether by an iron or a dryer, until the stain has been completely removed. In certain cases, complete removal may require more than one attempt, especially when the stains are already dry or have been left untreated for a long time.
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