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Summer Stain-Busters

The best ways to remove barbecue sauce, chocolate ice cream, grass, and other seasonal stains

Summer Stain-Busters
Dana Gallagher
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Removing Grass Stains
Washables: Apply a paste made from an enzyme detergent, such as Wisk, and water, and let sit in a warm place for 30 minutes. Use an eyedropper to apply a solution of one part ammonia or white vinegar and two parts water to bleach any remaining stain. Rinse with cool water. Finish with a regular wash cycle.

Nonwashables: Treat with a combination solvent, such as Shout, and let sit for 15 minutes. Use an eyedropper to apply a solution of one part ammonia or white vinegar and two parts water to bleach any remaining stain. Rinse with cold water.


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