Cleaning After Sun: Removing Summer Stains from Fabric
How to remove summer stains from fabrics.
We’ve thought of a way to beat the winter blues… thinking ahead to sunnier times!
Having seen the weather in the UK during the first weeks of this year, many of us doubtless couldn’t stop thinking about jetting off to sunnier climbs.
Luckily, even if we can’t get away ourselves, a slice of summer is hitting our screens imminently as the latest series of Love Island: All Stars makes a splash on ITV tonight.
And while messiness in the villa is normally reserved for recoupling, we’re certain there are some blemishes the cameras don’t pick up.
Whether you’re jetting off to find love on TV or just going all-inclusive for some R&R, one thing unifies us all, the number of messy products we have to bring with us – and can spill all over a sun lounger!
That’s why we’re giving you the hack to vanquish any summer stains and clean them from fabric.
What summer stains can be cleaned from fabric?
Today’s expertise removal tip is brought to you by Jennie Holmes from ServiceMaster Clean Leicester.
It works well on these stains on fabric, including clothing, sofas, and sun lounger seats and can clean all manner of stains, including:
- Fake tan
- Suntan lotion
- After sun
- Makeup
For any stains, the key is to get to the stain as quickly as possible and carefully clean from the outside in on the stain, so you don’t spread it around or make it bigger.
How to clean stains from a sun lounger
No matter the type of stain, if you’re self-cleaning a sun lounger, follow these steps for best results:
- Blot up a spillage or carefully “scrape” up the product ASAP after the stain has happened.
- Use a mixture of soap and warm water (or Spot Hero* for best results) with a lint-free cloth (tea towels work well) and dab the stain from the outside, working your way into the middle. This might need repeating a few times depending on the stain.
- Wait for the stain to dry
- Vacuum the area
* Always test Spot Hero in an inconspicuous area first and read the label to ensure you can use it on your item.
How to clean stains from clothes
For, clothing, steps 1-3 apply as above.
You naturally don’t need to vacuum clothes, but you may want to give it a spin in the wash for best results.
Overall cleaning and sanitisation
If you’re already getting ready for the summer season and want an overall clean and sanitisation, call in the professionals.
We can sanitise, clean, and stain-protect the lounger/chair cushions for you.
This will help with any spillages moving forward.
Closer to home, our tips on removing grease from upholstery will help you avoid any undue mess from the Love Island viewing party Dominos.
Need expert stain removal?
And if you’re looking forward to the summer now but face mess and stains in the interim, your local experts are here to help.
Couple up with your nearest ServiceMaster Clean business or book online to see how we can help you today.
