Bleach is one of the most common fabric stains and can be difficult to remove
Bleach is a strong chemical used to whiten and disinfect, but it can also cause fabric stains. If you have accidentally spilled bleach on your clothing, it’s important to act quickly and take the right steps to remove the stain.
How to remove bleach stains from clothes:
- Rinse immediately – as soon as you notice the stain, rinse it with cold water. Don’t let it sit!
- Soak in a detergent and vinegar mixture – mix two tablespoons of detergent with two tablespoons of white vinegar and one quart of cold water. Soak the stained item in the mixture for 30 minutes.
- Hand wash – using the same detergent and vinegar mix, handwash the bleach stain with a soft-bristled brush. Rinse and repeat until the stain is gone.
- Wash in the washing machine – after the stain has been treated, put the item in the washing machine. Use cold water and fabric-safe detergent.
- Use a bleach remover product – look for a specific product designed to remove bleach from fabrics. Follow the instructions on the packaging.
- Air dry – don’t put the item in the dryer before the stain is gone, or you could set the stain. Air dry until the stain is gone and the item is dry.
Bleach stains can be difficult to remove, but if you act quickly and follow the steps above, you should be able to get rid of the stain with little effort. Good luck!