* Treat stain while fresh, if possible.
* Choose remover that is right for the
stain, the fabric, and the fabric finish.
* Test bleach or spot remover on material
in inconspicuous place to be sure color or
fabric will not be injured.
* When in doubt, send article to dry
cleaners with spot clearly marked.Detergents are effective on nongreasy
stains and on some grease stains. A granu-
lar detergent should be rubbed into a
dampened spot. Liquid detergents in the
concentrated form, can be applied direct-
ly to the stained area and rinsed out. Grease Solvents. * Perchlornethylene, trichloroethane, and
trichloroethylene are nonflammable, but
vapors are toxic. Use outdoors or in well-
ventillated room.
* Place stain side down on absorbent pad.
Sponge lightly, brushing from center to
outside edge of stain in an irregular pat- | tern to avoid forming a ring. Apply several
small applications rather than a few large
amounts. Change application pads as soon
as soiled. Thoroughly rinse solvent-treated
fabrics then allow to dry before laundering.Bleaches. * Chlorine bleach(dilute): Safe for all fab-
rics except silk, wool, spandex fibers, ace-
itate, and some fabrics with special finishes
for wrinkle resistance, crispness, or em-
bossed design.
* Sodium perborate bleach: Safe for all
fabrics except wool, silk or dynel when hot
water is neccessary.
Hydrogen peroxide (3%): Safe for all
types of fabrics.
* Test all dyed fabics for colorfastness.
Do not use bleach in metal containers.
Stretch stained area over bowl or on pad.
Apply a small amount of diluted (accord-
ing to manufacturer's directions) bleach.
Do not let dry. Rinse or sponge stained
area with clear water. |
