Tip #1: I've found that original Dawn dish washing liquid will remove some grease stains even after they've been through the dryer.
Tip #2: Use hair shampoo to get grease stains out.
Tip #3: The key to getting out oily and greasy stains is to wash clothing in the hottest water that is safe for the fabric. 1. Remove as much excess oil as possible with a dull knife or spoon. 2. Apply 3-5 minutes to allow it to go completely through the fabric. 3. Use liquid detergent to rub through the stained fabric. 4. Allow the garment to sit for a few minutes.
5. Wash in the hottest water safe for the fabric. Check tags to determine what water temperature to use for washing. 6. Repeat steps 3-5 for fresh stains.
Tip #4: I've used Dawn original and Lestoil or PineSol also work well but check for color fastness. Let it sit for a few minutes then scrub well with your hands, wash as usual but don't use cold water.
Tip #5: Cover the stained spot with a generous amount of baby powder.
Leave it for 24 hours. Just throw in the clothes in the washing machine
after. If the grease is still visible repeat procedure and put more
powder this time. Believe me it works!!!...April
Tip #6: I have found the stain sticks (that you leave on for up to a week) work remarkably well for removing stains. Even the ones which have already been washed and dried! I have even had good luck getting even set in stains out. When my boys were little I kept one handy at all times and their clothes came out clean almost every time....Donna
Tip #7: "Set-in" oily stains - the kind you find after you washed and dried your clothes can usually be removed by pre-treating first with a product like "Goof Off" or "Xtreme Goo Gone" (I like the kind in the spray can best), then covering the stain with a little dishwashing liquid, rubbing it in with a toothbrush, and washing as usual.
This can be repeated as necessary, but usually works with one washing...Chris
Tip #8: If you splatter fat or oil on your clothes while cooking, just rub some dishwashing detergent straight onto the mark. Let it sit for a while and then wash according to instructions, it will take the grease out instantly. I have also done this on a beautiful silk dress and it worked... naturally I washed this by hand...Chris
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