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Grease stains are one of the hardest to clean! Simply cleaning or throwing the item in the washing machine won't solve the problem - there must be another effective method to remove stains of this type. You can learn how to remove grease from fabric and wood surfaces with soap, absorbent material and even iron!

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Wash with dishwashing liquid

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   Make sure the item to be bleached must be washed in a washing machine. You will need to use a washing machine, so don't do this on carpets, furniture or clothes that require dry cleaning. Check the label attached to the item to make sure it is machine washable.

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   Use a paper towel to blot the remaining oil. Don't scrub the oil stain - this will only allow the oil to penetrate deeply into the fabric! Instead, gently dab the stain with a paper towel to remove some of the oil. The less the amount of oil, the easier it will be to clean.

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   Pour dish soap over the grease stain. You can also use shampoo for oily hair and scalp, mechanic soap or artist oil soap. Don't worry about using too much soap - it's important to cover the stain.
   • If you are using colored soap, try first on the hidden part of the fabric to make sure it doesn't discolor the fabric.

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   Rub soap into the fabric. Use your finger, sponge or brush to scrub the stain. You can see the oil peel off, but the stubborn stains will be more stubborn. If the stain is old, scrub it vigorously with a brush.
   • Use care when handling delicate fabrics such as cotton.

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   Rinse the item thoroughly with water and white vinegar. Rinse off soap with warm water until lather is gone, then rinse the stained area with white vinegar to lighten the color and remove any remaining oil. Rinse off the vinegar after 5 minutes - vinegar doesn't stain clothes, but it can damage fabrics.

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   Repeat the above procedure as needed. If the oil stain is still visible, you may need to repeat the steps above. This usually happens with old stains and very dark grease, such as motor oil. Repeat 1 or 2 more times until the stain is gone.

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   Put the item in the washing machine. Place the item in the washing machine and wash on normal mode with warm water instead of hot. Water that is too hot can make the stains stick more firmly, so make sure the item doesn't overheat until the stain is gone.
   • You can wash with other clothes.

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   Dry on wire. Don't put the item in the dryer! Once the stain has adhered to the heat it is virtually impossible to remove it at home. Dry the item on the wire and check for any dirt.

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   Repeat the above procedure if necessary. Sometimes you have to repeat the process 2-3 times, especially with large or adhering stains. Don't worry, this is perfectly normal, and it's not that you did it incorrectly!
   • If the stain has become stuck due to heat or if the stain is still repeated many times, take it to a dry cleaner.
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Method 2 of 3: Use absorbent material

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   Blot the stain with a paper towel. This method is great for handling household fabrics, rugs, and all kinds of clothing, but first remove some of the oil. Use a paper towel to blot the oil as much as possible. This is very important for new oil stains, but if the stain is old and dry, you can skip it.

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   Sprinkle absorbent on the oil stain. Absorbent is a dry material that is capable of absorbing liquids. Cornstarch, corn starch, salt, baking soda and soluble flour all work very well. Simply sprinkle absorbent material on the stain. Don't be afraid to sprinkle too much!
   • The above absorbent materials usually do not stain the fabric, but to be sure, you should try first on a small and hidden area on the fabric.

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   Let the oil stain soak up for at least 1 hour. Allow the absorbent to work for at least 1 hour after it is applied to the stain. You can leave it on longer if you want - it will not damage the fabric and it will not wear off. Make sure pets or young children are not disturbed.

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   Clean absorbent material. After about 1 hour, you can go back and wipe off the absorbent. You can use your hands, a brush, or even a vacuum cleaner. This can take a long time, especially if you are using a fine grained absorbent like powder. If you are not afraid of the item soaking up the water, you can also use a damp rag or sponge to clean it.

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   Repeat if necessary. If the stain is still visible, repeat the procedure again with a longer time. If the grease is old or too much, you may need to wait up to a day to absorb it.

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   Pour a little dry cleaning solvent on the stain (optional). For really stubborn stains, purchase a dry cleaning solvent and apply to the stain according to the product's instructions. Dry cleaning solvents are available at major stores and some dry cleaners.
   • This is the best way to remove stubborn stains that remain even with absorbent material. Do this if the other methods don't work.
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Method 3 of 3: Use an iron to remove grease stains

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   Blot the stain with a paper towel. This method is best suited for wood and stone surfaces. It is important not to scrub the grease stain with a paper towel. Wood and some types of stone, such as marble, have many tiny holes, so stains can even spread. You should only blot lightly.

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   The table is at the lowest level. Wooden surfaces are particularly sensitive to heat and high humidity, so make sure to set the iron to the lowest setting and turn off the steam spray function. You may need to empty the water tank completely to make sure there is no steam.

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   Place a clean, soft cloth over the grease stain. Make sure the cloth is clean - any stains on the fabric will seep into the surface you're dealing with. You also shouldn't use a piece of cloth you love, as grease stains can also transfer to the fabric. An old t-shirt or a new mechanic's rag are both good choices.
   • White or light fabrics are best. Any moisture in the grease stain can cause the dye in the fabric to spread onto the surface that is being cleaned.

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   Is to cloth and cover the surface of the stain. Carefully slide the iron over the fabric as if you were garment. Make sure the stain is completely removed before you lift the iron!

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   Inspect the surface and repeat if necessary. Take out the cloth and check - the stain should be absorbed into the cloth. If not, repeat this process again.
   • If you have to do it over, make sure you fold the cloth in half or turn it over so that the clean cloth covers the stain. If not, you may cause the grease to seep back into the surface to be cleaned.
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Advice

• Try using commercial detergent to help with stains that are really hard to remove.
• You may not know if the grease is clean if the item is wet. You need to wait for the item to dry before checking.

Warning

• If you cannot get rid of the stain after repeated home remedies, call a professional.

What you need

• Dishwashing liquid
• White vinegar
• Country
• Washing machine
• Absorbent material such as corn starch or soluble powder
• Brush
• Iron
• Clean cloth