I’m a cleaning whizz – you can get all stains out of rugs, clothing & kitchen counters in seconds with my easy hacks
A CLEANING whizz has revealed how you can get all stains out of rugs, clothing and kitchen counters in seconds with his easy hacks.
Stain removal expert Patric Richardson has told how stubborn harsh marks such as red wine, grease and coffee can be easily gotten rid of if done correctly.
He revealed how simple things such as running the item under cold water inside out could make the world of difference.
Every stain is different, he said, and should be treated different – meaning not all shop-bought removers do the trick for each one.
Talking to NBC, Patric shared his top tricks.
HOW TO REMOVE RED WINE STAINS
Clothes
You should “flush” out the stain by holding the item the wrong way round and running it under cold water.
Then, by mixing up bleach and water you should then let the garment soak.
Patric said: “Four hours are better, overnight is best.”
You should then check the stain before washing as normal.
Rugs
Patric says you should put water and bleach onto the area of the rug affected.
You should then dab it with a towel which has hot water on it.
Then, using a different towel you can gently tap the stain which should start to lift.
Patric adds: “If your carpet is white or a light colour, it will appear bleached but If you leave it for a few weeks the colour will even out once again.”
Worktops
To remove stubborn wine stains from your worktops you can simply use baking soda and hydrogen peroxide to form a thick paste.
Then spread the mixture over the stain before covering it in cling film and leaving it for 24 hours.
You can repeat this process until the stain has completely lifted.
HOW TO REMOVE GREASE STAINS
Clothes
Patric said grease stains can be “very frustrating” to remove but a simple solution could solve your problems.
He said: “Use a solution of 50 per cent vinegar and 50 per cent water on the stain.
“Apply liberally and then treat with laundry soap and water.
“Do not put the garment in the dryer until you have seen that the stain is gone.”
Rugs
Patric says dabbing grease stains on rugs with soap such as Fairy Liquid before rinsing with water should lift it.
You can then dab with white vinegar until it has disappeared.
HOW TO REMOVE COFFEE STAINS
Clothing
According to the expert, the best way to remove coffee stains from clothes is to run hot water directly on it.
He said: “If the stain sets, spot treat it with a solution of 50 per cent vinegar and 50 per cent water, then use a brush and a little laundry soap to remove the vinegar.”
Rugs
Mixing two teaspoons of Fairy Liquid and two cups of warm water, you can make a solution to then put on a rug which has a coffee stain.
Dabbing the solution on should absorb any dark circles from the drink.
Patric added: “Keep moving to a clean area of the cloth as the stain is transferred.
“Finish by dipping a clean cloth in plain water to rinse the spot.
“This is especially important because any soapy residue left in the carpet will actually attract more soil.”
Worktops
The best way to get grease stains out of worktops is by mixing half a cup of hydrogen peroxide and two cups of cool water.
Patric added: “It will solve almost all tough stains.”
It has been advised to stay clear of vinegar or lemon juice to get rid of the stain.