Homemade Stain Removers

Ecological alternatives for removing stains can be very effective.

Stains and discoloration of clothing are often difficult to remove, a wide variety of stain removers are used for this – not always with success.

The range of stain removers is large, but  these products contain many harmful substances that are not only harmful to health, but also to the environment. 

Ecological alternatives for stain removal can be very effective. In addition, these funds are inexpensive and easily available everywhere. In this article, you will learn how you can make stain removers yourself  that are excellent for helping and protecting the environment.

Soda stain remover

Soda is without a doubt one of the best products that should not be missing in any household. This white, inexpensive powder can make many tasks in the house much easier, and baking soda is also ideal as a stain remover. 

• Sweat or vomit:  You can treat stains caused by sweat or vomit directly with a mixture of 6 tablespoons of baking soda and half a cup of warm water. Leave the product on for 15 minutes and then wash the stains out with warm water. If the stain is not completely gone, simply repeat the procedure and then wash or rinse the clothes as usual.
• Oily stains  are often very difficult to remove because the oils stick deep in the tissue. Baking soda is also very effective here as it absorbs oil. Apply the powder directly to the flack and leave it on for half an hour, then brush out gently and thoroughly.

Vinegar stain remover

Vinegar is one of the best green cleaning products.  It is always present in almost every household and is also used as a stain remover for clothes, carpets, furniture and floors.

• Stains in general:  Mix 1/2 cup of vinegar with 1/4 cup of warm water and 1/4 cup of baking soda. Then apply this mixture directly to the stains and let it act for 15 minutes. Then rinse or wash off.
• Rust stains: Vinegar is also very effective at removing rust stains. Simply mix equal parts salt and vinegar and apply directly.

Lemon and salt stain remover

Lemon juice is a natural stain remover that is mixed with salt to make a powerful anti-stubborn stain remover . This is particularly effective on coffee, tea and ink stains.

• Dark spots: In a bowl, mix 1/4 cup lemon juice, several teaspoons of salt, and 1/2 cup of warm water. Then apply the mixture directly to the stain, let it sit for 10 minutes, and then rinse off with warm water.

Corn starch and talc stain remover

Corn starch and talc work wonderfully together at removing stains, especially dark stains like red wine.

• Red wine stains: To remove this type of stain, equal parts cornstarch and talc are mixed. Then apply the paste to the stain, leave it on for 15 minutes and rinse off with warm water. Then repeat the process if necessary.

Egg yolk stain remover

This egg yolk remedy is especially helpful for coffee stains.

• Coffee stains: Mix one egg yolk with half a cup of warm water, then apply it directly to the coffee stains on clothes. Then leave it on for about 20 minutes and rinse the garment with warm water.