10 Stain Removal Hacks Without Chemicals

Ten natural methods that tackle fabric stains using nothing
but kitchen and pantry staples — plus five rules that apply
to every stain situation.

THE 10 METHODS:
1. Cold water rinse — rinse from the back of the fabric
immediately with cold water. Pushes stain out rather
than deeper in.
2. Sunlight — wet the stained area and lay flat in direct
sunlight. UV naturally bleaches and fades stains.
3. Salt scrub — sprinkle coarse salt directly on the wet
stain, rub gently, then rinse.
4. Baking soda paste — mix with a little water, apply
to the stain, wait 15 minutes, scrub, and rinse.
5. Vinegar soak — soak the stained area in equal parts
white vinegar and water before washing.
6. Lemon juice and sunlight — apply fresh lemon juice
directly, then dry in direct sunlight. Excellent for
yellowing and rust stains.
7. Boiling water — pour boiling water from height directly
through the fabric onto the stain. Works well on fruit
and berry stains.
8. Plain white toothpaste — apply non-gel toothpaste,
scrub with a toothbrush, rinse clean.
9. Ice cubes — rub ice directly on gum, wax, or sticky
residue to harden it, then scrape off cleanly.
10. Cornstarch or flour — sprinkle over fresh grease stains,
let absorb for 20 minutes, brush away.

BONUS RULES:
- Act fast — the sooner, the better on every stain
- Never use hot water on blood, eggs, or milk
- Always test on a hidden area first
- Never mix bleach and vinegar
- Wash as usual after any treatment