stain removal tips for fichi products

taking immediate action on stains ensures the best chance of removal. delaying can make stains harder to eliminate.

 

pre-treatment

always address a stain prior to laundering. for tough stains, some treatments can be left overnight for optimal results.

 

general stain removal

for most stains, use a damp, cold cloth with a small amount of dish soap. place a clean cloth underneath the stained item and gently press with the damp cloth. avoid rubbing to prevent fabric damage and stain spreading. steer clear of paper towels, as they can leave fibers on the fabric.

 

specific stain treatments

 

grease & oil

pre-treat with dish soap, rinse, and launder at the highest temperature recommended on the care label.

 

coffee & chocolate

soak with a pre-wash stain remover, preferably organic, then rinse. apply a small amount of detergent and launder.

 

red wine

blot the stain with a dry, clean cloth to absorb as much as possible. sprinkle with salt, let sit, then rinse thoroughly with cold water. soak with an enzyme pre-soak (preferably organic), then rinse. wash at the highest recommended temperature. if the stain persists, treat with white vinegar before laundering again.

 

tomato

rinse immediately with cold water. rub detergent on the stain and soak for a couple of hours before washing.

 

lipstick

soak the stain in plant-based glycerine for an hour before laundering. alternatively, pre-treat with detergent before a regular wash cycle.

 

blood

rinse with cold water immediately to prevent the blood from setting. pre-soak in heavily salted cold water or detergent before laundering.

 

ink

blot the ink stain with a clean, dry cloth to remove as much ink as possible. apply rubbing alcohol or a commercial ink remover to the stain, then rinse with cold water. launder as usual.

 

grass

pre-treat with a stain remover and let it sit for at least 15 minutes. rub the stain with a small amount of detergent, then launder as usual. for persistent stains, use white vinegar during the rinse cycle.

 

mud

let the mud dry completely, then brush off as much as possible. soak the fabric in cold water with a bit of detergent, then gently rub the stain. launder as usual.

 

Makeup

Blot the stain with a clean cloth. Apply a small amount of makeup remover or rubbing alcohol to the stain, then rinse with cold water. Launder as usual.