The ink stains resulting from the repeated use of pens and dry from the most difficult spots that may be attached to the surface of the clothes, which is causing great confusion to the owners that they can not remove the traditional washing method, and if they tried, they are called the spot, which leads to spread to the rest of the pieces of clothing and permanent damage to their appearance, which may cause permanent loss even if it is expensive.
The problem of ink stains is increased if the clothing is affected by a white color or from one of the other light colors such as yellow or beige and the like, where it may not be possible to hide the spot completely, and even if washed with a washing machine using ordinary washing powder, this may darken the color of the spot, clear will only disappear if other means are used in support of normal routes.
We must know that there are basic rules in cleaning the ink on the surface of the piece of clothing must be followed to ensure a good result and effective, and thus:
- Quickly clean the spot as it happens and do not wait for a period of time, so as not to dry and becomes difficult to remove completely.
- You should avoid using the rubbing method for the spot so that the ink effects do not spread to a larger area, and thus the problem is further exacerbated.
- The stain removal product should be tested on a hidden part of the clothing piece to ensure that it is effective and avoid giving a reverse result. If the spot is on the front of the shirt, for example, the detergent must be tested on the inside of the shirt sleeves.
Methods of cleaning water ink stains
Cleaning water-ink stains is much easier than cleaning dry ink, as the water ink is lighter and water enters its structure, making it removed from the clothes, especially if the spot is recent and easier. This can be done by placing a thick cloth under the damaged part to absorb the water , and then put the amount cleaning powder on the area of the spot only with rubbing gently, and then we pour water on it and use a sponge to try to gradually dismantle the ink spot, and then wash it as usual in the washing machine, preferably in this case washed with hot water if the type of the cloth is thick and cohesive.
Methods of cleaning dry ink stains
If the fabrics are rough can use acetone (nail polish remover), by placing a small amount of it on the spot of dry ink or through the use of hair sprays and spray the area with a little to dry, and then put in the washing machine, because it contains chemicals, which in turn will completely dismantle the ink spot.
If the cloth is soft, silk, cotton or polyester, use lemon juice with a little detergent by soaking the spot in the mixture for several hours, then washing the piece of clothing in the washing machine and iron with cold water, or through soaking the ink stain with cold milk before washing it in the traditional way.