Tide to Go Stain Pens 3 Count

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I’ve used many stain removers and know there isn’t one miracle product on the market that will remove all types of stains from every fabric type. The Tide To Go Pen didn’t work on all stains, but it was effective enough for some that I recommend it. Even the stains that weren’t eliminated entirely still improved considerably. Since this pen has a small and narrow point, it is best for spot treatments rather than larger, ground-in stains. Once finished, blot the fabric dry. If the stain has been treated with the Tide to Go pen, blot away any excess solution. You can also air-dry the clothing until you're ready to clean it properly.

The garment should be washed as directed on the care tag using a laundry detergent. Pay attention to the care tips for the fabric and style of your specific item. Hand wash, machine wash, or dry clean as directed. You can’t beat the portable convenience of the Tide To Go Instant Stain Remover Pen. I love having the option to treat a fresh stain when I’m not at home. This pen is effective at removing some stains, but don’t expect it to work on everything. The Tide To Go pen is effective at treating a wide range of stains, from coffee and food spills to ink and more. It's particularly useful for dealing with stains before they have a chance to set in, which can greatly improve the chances of successful stain removal. We chose plain, white cotton fabric so as not to complicate the study with the science of fabrics and colorfastness. White cotton is one of the easiest fabrics to stain, and stained white fabric is perhaps the most obviously destroyed. We splashed the fronts of seven shirts with the four staining substances and then hung them to dry and set in for a week. To complicate matters further, most stains are not only tannin stains or only oil stains; rather, they are a mixture of multiple chemical bond reactions. For instance, if someone spills a cup of coffee mixed with cream, the stain reaction is a combination of tannins, protein, and heat.Rub the tip gently across the stain to remove it. If necessary, press the tip again to add more liquid and continue rubbing gently. For my next round of testing, I purposely soiled another white t-shirt with some common staining agents: lip gloss, canola oil, and tomato juice. I applied the Tide pen, waited a few hours, and laundered the t-shirt as normal on a warm cycle. My results were fairly successful. The canola oil and tomato juice were gone, but the lip gloss was still visible. I used the pen on another shirt that had collected splatters of ketchup and mustard. The pen had little to no effect on the mustard, but the ketchup stains faded significantly. Powerful solution breaks stains down; microfiber pad lifts and absorbs them; Doesn't contain bleach Since Tide To Go doesn’t contain bleach, it is safe to use on white and colored clothing. The manufacturer says the pen is safe to use on most fabrics, even some dry clean only items. If you’re unsure about using it on certain fabrics, test it on an inseam for colorfastness.

When treating the stain at home, keep in mind the type of food or drink that made the stain. For example, a greasy stain may require hot water, whereas a wine stain may require cool water. 2. Wash the Item Oxidizing agents, like bleach, are a big threat to non-colorfast materials because they work by removing coloring agents of a stain, and will also remove the dye. Even subtle colors like those used in khakis can be affected by laundry stain removers.Ink is dye-based with added pigments. Coffee and wine both contain tannins. Chocolate hazelnut spread is a trifecta of staining agents: tannins, oil, and protein. In addition, the sugar in wine and chocolate adds to the difficulty because of its ability to eat away at the fabric with which it’s bound.