Does vinegar remove chocolate stains?
It sure can! Have we mentioned how much we love vinegar? Seriously though, vinegar can help with almost anything, including removing chocolate stains from clothes. Soak the clothes in a mix of water and vinegar and then scrub away.
Does hydrogen peroxide remove chocolate stains?
Similar to vinegar, hydrogen peroxide can be diluted and applied to the stain. Mix one part dish soap with two parts peroxide (make sure it’s a 3% diluted hydrogen peroxide), and apply directly to the stain to help both cut through the fat and lighten the stain. Note that this solution isn’t as natural as vinegar and runs the risk of bleaching clothing, so we suggest starting with vinegar first.
Does OxiClean remove chocolate stains?
An oxygenated cleaner like OxiClean or Molly Suds (a more natural choice) can be used to remove chocolate stains, just be careful to check if the cleaner is safe to use on colors or whites only. Follow the pretreatment steps above, then launder with your oxygenated cleaner.
How do you remove chocolate from sheets?
The process is similar to removing chocolate stains from clothing. The best way to remove chocolate stains from any fabric is to soak the fabric in a mixture of water and either dishwashing soap, detergent, or vinegar to loosen and lift the stains. Use an enzyme cleaner for more stubborn smudges, and then wash and air dry until the stain has lifted.
How do you get chocolate out of carpet?
- If the stain has dried, use a vacuum to suck up any excess chocolate to prevent it from being squished into the carpet and causing a larger stain — the hose works wonders on targeting a specific area without risking a wheel smush.
- Apply one of the above stain removers (dishwashing liquid, diluted vinegar solution, enzyme cleaner) to the stain with a sponge or toothbrush, being careful not to scrub too hard and make the stain spread.
- Let the stain remover work its magic for 5 to 10 minutes before blotting with a clean towel.
- Repeat as needed.
How do you get chocolate out of upholstery?
The process for removing chocolate from upholstery is similar to removing it from carpet. Lift any excess chocolate using your vacuum hose or lightly blotting with a towel, apply a stain remover, blot with a clean paper towel, and repeat.
How do you get dried chocolate out of clothes?
Blot the stain carefully, and then use vinegar to loosen and lift the stain, followed by color-safe bleach. You can also soak the clothing item in a tub of laundry detergent and water prior to rinsing and washing as usual.
How do you get chocolate out of clothes without washing them?
If you’re out and about and facing a chocolate spill, there are a few things you can do to mitigate the damage. First, try and remove the excess chocolate, being careful not to create a bigger stain. Next, if you have one on hand, apply a stain remover pen to the affected area. If you don’t have a stain pen handy but can remove the article of clothing in the restroom, rinse the stain with cold water (never hot!) and let air dry — avoid the temptation to run your clothing under the hand dryer, as this may set the stain.
