Tide to Go Stain Pens 3 Count

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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. Follow any instructions on your individual stain remover product, as they may vary in their application. 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.

Though pre-treating seems to be the essential step in stain removal, these products all suggested the same method: spray on the remover, let it sit for five to ten minutes, and wash (besides Shout gel, which said one could let it penetrate overnight and then wash, which we did). The Tide to Go pen is designed for stains that have developed recently and are used to swiftly pretreat a stain before it can be washed. The best way to remove this excess is typically to lay an absorbent paper towel or napkin directly onto the stain, then lift straight up. Or, scoop the excess off with a spoon or knife. Avoid rubbing or swiping at the stain, which could make it spread and worsen.

Blot at the fabric gently with a dry, clean cloth, napkin, or towel. After the solution has dried, you might notice some visible residue, but this will be washed away later. 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.

Know your stains and fabrics. Knowing the stain and fabric will always help assess the difficulty of the situation. Are you dealing with hot or cold liquid? Is the article of clothing dry clean only? These questions will help you figure out where to start. The bottom line Depress the tip of the pen to release solution. Uncap the pen and press the tip onto the area of fabric where your stain is located, until enough solution comes out to cover the area of your stain. Rub the stain remover until the stain begins to fade or disappears completely. Make sure you're getting enough solution, gently rubbing the stain with the tip over all surfaces. 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. Of course, five to ten minutes is a smaller time frame for the pre-treating process, which makes the other products appear easier than OxiClean. Unfortunately, these products did not measure up to the simple soak that OxiClean offered in ease or effectiveness.You can store the Tide to Go Pen anywhere at room temperature. Dispose of the product according to your local guidelines for normal landfill trash. [8] X Research source After washing your clothing, follow the care directions carefully. Avoid using heat from a dryer or iron until the stain is gone. As directed, hang, lay flat, or machine dry. 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. Spending less time treating the fabric before washing proved to be a huge problem in the results of this study, in that none of the products besides OxiClean removed a stain entirely in one treatment, regardless of whether they were fresh or set-in. For the fresh stains, all products besides OxiClean left behind a very light or partial stain, and for the set-in stains, the remnants were darker depending on the product.

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 purpose of a stain remover is to break up the chemical reaction that created a stain. Because stains occur in many shapes, sizes, colors, and compositions, there are numerous types of stain removers on the market. Each product contains multiple chemicals and even more combinations of these chemicals with the intent to treat the reactions that occur in a single spill. Different ingredients treat tannin, oil, protein, and dye-based stains. It is a common memory for most of us: a mother, pre-treating stains on the knees of our pants, scrubbing at the material with a toothbrush, or the scolding remark, “Your clothes are not napkins.” Even as adults, we’ve all lost a favorite, treasured item to a forgotten spill after it’s been through the washer and dryer.If required, squeeze the tip again to add more solution. Before rubbing, lightly soak each section of the soiled fabric in the solution. 5. Reapply the Solution If Need Be 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. Typically, a couple of fast presses with the tip is enough to release enough solution. You don't need to press down all the time. Instead of pressing the tip down at an angle as if you were writing or rubbing the stain with the tip, press it straight down. Wait and reapply as necessary. Wait several minutes for the fabric to dry to determine the success of the stain removal. Repeat the process of releasing the solution and rubbing with the pen tip if the stain is still very visible. Use your Tide to Go pen until the solution runs out. Continue to use the same Tide to Go pen to remove new stains until the solution runs out. The typical Tide to Go Pen size of 10 ml (0.338 fl oz.) will last approximately 10-20 uses. This instant stain remover can be stored at room temperature. Dispose of the product in a dump according to your local regulations.

Some wipes tend to break up a shirt’s fibers and smear stains more than remove them. Not so with Tide To Go Wipes, which proved gentle on our white tee but tough on stains—in fact, out of everything we tried, it was the most effective at removing coffee stains (making it a must-have in this cold-brew-obsessed editor’s purse). It easily lifted the ketchup stain, but it could barely lift the pen marks.

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By comparison, OxiClean suggests that you don’t leave it on a garment for more than six hours, because it can start to damage the fabric. One should still be careful not to use the product on dry-clean-only clothing, but if you’re doing laundry late at night, leaving Shout on a stain overnight is a risk-free treatment. Other products we tested Tried this on a crazy panic whim when I got red hair dye all over my new desk. Pressed this on, left for a minute and scrubbed off and the dye was GONE!