Setting the table for a dinner party often involves spreading out a pristine white tablecloth. Of course, no sophisticated dinner party is complete without wine as well, even though mixing red wine and white linen is a disaster waiting to happen. But fear not, because even if someone accidentally knocks over a glass, there are…
So Long, Red Wine Stains
After spilling red wine, many people resort to using baking soda, salt, club soda, or vinegar to clean up the mess. But those remedies usually fall short, leaving you with a lingering wine stain. In reality, the best way to get rid of those dark, red marks is to combine two basic cleaning products: liquid dish soap and 3% hydrogen peroxide.
Immediately after wine is spilled, blot the stain with cold water to help dilute it. Be sure to blot instead of wiping from side to side; otherwise, you risk spreading the stain. Next, mix two parts liquid dish soap with one part 3% hydrogen peroxide and spread the mixture on top of the stain. Leave it to sit for roughly half an hour before either wiping it away with cold water or running it under a cold faucet. You should notice that the stain has largely, if not entirely, disappeared. If a faint outline remains, simply repeat the process.
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A Word of Caution
There is one potential issue with this method, and it has to do with the bleaching properties of hydrogen peroxide. While this isn’t an issue for white fabrics, hydrogen peroxide can cause discoloration on colorful fabrics. Before using this cleaning method on colored fabrics, you should spot-test the solution. Apply a small amount to an inconspicuous area to see if the color changes. If the fabric’s color remains unchanged, you’re good to go and can proceed with cleaning the rest of the item.
