The Entertainer’s Guide to Stain Removal By Tamara Frankfort
How to properly clean up the party spills―from chocolate to candle wax.
Berries
Washables: Flush the area with cool water. Use an eyedropper to apply a solution of one part white vinegar and two parts water; let
sit for 10 minutes. Apply a combination solvent, such as Shout, and finish with a regular wash cycle.
Nonwashables: If the care label says "dry clean only", blot with cold water. Use an eyedropper to apply a vinegar solution (see above).
Follow with an application of a mild detergent, such as Woolite, and water to clean the residue.
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