How To: Remove a Grass Stain

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Summer means light-colored clothing―and light-colored clothing often means grass stains. The quick approach shown in this video should get the green out.
What You Need
Pre-wash stain-removal spray (or a solution of white vinegar and water), toothbrush (or a rag or nailbrush), laundry detergent

Follow These Three Easy Steps

1Pre-treat the grass stain

Apply a pre-wash stain removal treatment to the stain and let sit for about 15 minutes. For a more natural approach, use a solution made of one part white vinegar to two parts water.

How To: Remove a Grass Stain Step 2
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2Lightly scrub your stain

Use a toothbrush (or a rag or nailbrush) to work liquid into the area.

3Launder with like fabrics

Finish with a wash using an enzyme detergent (most standard laundry soaps are enzyme-based), which will break down proteins and lift the stain from your garment.

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