Remove orange rust stains from clothes with lemon and salt, white vinegar or a rust remover. Safe methods and what to avoid on delicate fabrics.
Stain Removal
The complete guide to removing stains from clothes: golden rules, stain types, a step-by-step method, fabric advice and when to use a professional.
Treat sweat stains and odour in suit jackets and shirts without damaging the lining: spot treatments, airing, and when to dry clean.
How to remove red wine, coffee and tea stains from clothes: blot, rinse cold, treat, wash, what to avoid and when to take clothes to a cleaner.
Remove light scorch marks from cotton, linen and polyester using vinegar, hydrogen peroxide or sunlight, and know when the damage is permanent.
Why white shirts turn yellow under the arms and collar, how to remove sweat and deodorant stains, and how to stop them coming back.
Remove grass stains from jeans and kids clothes: pre-treat with washing-up liquid, vinegar or enzyme detergent, then wash cool.
Remove foundation, lipstick, mascara and eyeliner stains from clothes using micellar water, washing-up liquid and gentle blotting.
How to lift grease and cooking oil stains from shirts, jeans and delicates: blot, absorb, wash, what to avoid and when to use a professional.
Remove ballpoint and permanent marker ink stains from clothes using rubbing alcohol, hairspray alternatives and washing-up liquid, plus when to see a cleaner.
Remove slime from clothes and kids school uniforms using vinegar, ice and washing-up liquid. Steps for glue-based and gel slime stains.