Wool treatment

TREATING STAINS

When treating stained Merino wool sweaters at

home, the key to successful removal is speed, stains

should be treated immediately to reduce the risk of

them becoming permanent.

GENERAL TIPS

• Never apply heat in any form, this will set most

stains making them difficult to remove

• Use solvents or solvent based stain removers in

a well ventilated area, following the safety

precautions recommended by the manufacturer

• When using a stain remover adopt a dabbing

action, rubbing the fabric may cause damage

ALCOHOLIC DRINKS

Dab gently with an absorbent cloth to remove as

much excess liquid as possible. Sponge the area

sparingly with a mixture of warm water and surgical

spirit in equal parts.

BLACK COFFEE

Mix alcohol and white vinegar in equal parts, soak a

cloth in the solution and lightly dab the stained area

before pressing gently with an absorbent cloth.

BLOOD

Remove excess blood immediately with a damp

sponge and then gently dab the area using

undiluted vinegar followed by cold water.

BUTTER / GREASE / SAUCES

If a greasy mark forms, firstly scrape the surface

of the stain with a spoon or knife to remove any

excess oil. Then soak a cloth in proprietary dry

cleaning fluid and gently dab the area.

CHOCOLATE / WHITE COFFEE / TEA

Dab gently around the edge of the stain with

a cloth soaked in white spirit before following

instructions for black coffee.

EGG / MILK

Dab gently with a cloth soaked in white spirit.

Repeat the action with a cloth soaked in diluted

white vinegar.

FRUIT / FRUIT JUICE / RED WINE

Immediately dab the stain with a mixture of

surgical spirit and water (3:1 ratio).

GRASS

Apply soap very carefully (using a mild tablet soap

or flakes) or dab gently with a cloth soaked in

surgical spirit.

INK / BALL POINT PEN

Dab gently with a cloth soaked in white spirit.

Repeat the action with a cloth soaked in diluted

white vinegar or surgical spirit.

LIPSTICK / MAKE-UP / SHOE POLISH

Dab gently with a cloth soaked in turpentine or

spot cleaning spray or fluid. Rinse with mild soapy water.