Oily stains are some of the most common and difficult to remove stains.
They can form on clothing, furniture, carpets and other surfaces, deteriorating their appearance and creating the impression of uncleanliness.
Home remedies
There are many home remedies that can help remove stubborn grease stains. They are readily available, inexpensive, and safe for most materials.
Soda is a real lifesaver in the fight against greasy stains! It perfectly absorbs fat, helping to quickly and easily clean the dirty surface. Soda is applied to the stain in dry form or diluted with water to a paste state.
Salt also has absorbent properties and helps remove fresh greasy stains. Salt is sprinkled on the stain and left for a while, then shaken off and wiped with a damp cloth.
Lemon juice is a natural bleach and grease solvent. It helps remove stains from white fabrics and surfaces. Lemon juice is applied to the stain undiluted or diluted with water.
Vinegar is another effective way to combat greasy stains. It dissolves grease and eliminates unpleasant odors. Vinegar can be used neat or diluted with water.
Laundry soap is a classic detergent and stain remover. It effectively deals with greasy stains due to its high alkali content.
Special means
In cases where home remedies fail, special stain removers and cleaning agents come to the rescue. They contain more aggressive components that quickly and effectively dissolve fat.
Stain removers are available in the form of liquids, powders, gels and sprays. They are designed to remove stains from various types of fabric. Before using a stain remover, you must carefully read the instructions and test its effect on an inconspicuous area of the fabric.
Kitchen and bathroom cleaners are also effective in removing greasy stains from ceramic, metal, plastic and glass surfaces. They come in liquid, gel, powder and spray forms.
Stain Removal Technique
The technique for removing greasy stains depends on the type of surface and the degree of contamination.
Grease stains are removed from clothing by applying the selected product to them and leaving it for a while,
then wash the item in a washing machine or by hand.
Grease stains are removed from furniture and carpets by applying the selected product to them and gently wiping with a soft cloth or sponge.
Grease stains are removed from ceramic, metal, plastic and glass surfaces by applying the selected product and thoroughly wiping with a damp cloth or sponge.
It is important to remember that when removing greasy stains, you must act carefully so as not to damage the surface. It is not recommended to use aggressive products and hard brushes that can scratch or damage the material.
Earlier we wrote about how to get rid of stains on a mattress.
