GUM: To remove chewing gum from kids clothing - harden the gum on the garment with ice; it will become brittle, and can be chipped off, wash thoroughly to remove any sugar.

CANDLE WAX: Place the stained area between paper towels, or pieces of brown paper, and press with a warm iron to absorb the wax.

PERSPIRATION: Soak the stain area in a warm white-vinegar water.

INK: Do not use hairspray on ball point pen ink. The oils and lanolin in the hairspray can cause more stains. Bring it to us.

General Tips

• Never iron fabric with a deodorant stain, as this will permantly damage the fabric.
• Be very careful not to get suntan oils on garments as many of them will permanently stain.
• Do not attempt to remove cosmetic stains yourself, as the color in cosmetics runs easily and enlarges the stain.
• Never wash an egg stain in hot water - this will cause the stain to set.
• The safest form of mild bleach for whitening all natural fibers is white vinegar.
• A common fatal error is the use of acetone in home stain removal. Acetate fibers will dissolve in acetone - Don't attempt your own stain removal.
• Some water spots on fabrics such as taffeta or silk can be removed by holding the fabric over steam (as from a kettle) and then ironing gently while damp.
• If the stain is still wet, do not rub it, or you will spread it. Simply try and absorb excess moisture with paper towel or cotton towel.