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How to remove gum from clothes quickly: a method that will help you deal with the problem
01.04.2024 13:10
If gum appears on clothing, many people think that the item cannot be saved.
Of course, getting rid of gum on clothes using conventional methods is not so easy, but there are tricks that you can safely use to achieve an excellent effect.
What needs to be done
Before you begin removing the gum, it is important to wait until it hardens. To do this, you can place the contaminated part of the garment in the freezer for 15-20 minutes.
This will help the gum harden and make it easier to remove. Trying to remove "soft" gum from clothes is not worth it.
Removal with a sharp object
Once the gum has frozen, use a knife or razor blade to carefully peel it away from the fabric. It is important to be careful not to damage the fibers of the garment.
How to remove chewing gum residue
After separating the main part of the gum, you can use tape or the sticky side of tape to remove the remains from clothing. Of course, this method will not always help get rid of stains, but it is definitely worth trying.
Treating the stain with a stain remover and washing
After removing the gum, treat the stain with detergent or pre-stain remover to remove any remaining residue and restore the fabric to its clean condition.
After pre-treating the stain, you need to run the normal wash cycle. If you do everything correctly at the first stages, washing will remove all parts of the stain.
What to do if the stain is not removed
After washing, you should inspect the clothes and repeat the process if necessary. However, it is worth remembering that removing gum from clothes is always dangerous.
One careless movement of the knife can completely ruin the fabric.
Therefore, in certain situations it makes sense to contact professionals who know how to get rid of such contamination.
Earlier we told you how to clean a washing machine.
