How to Get a Gatorade Stain Out of Fabric

Gatorade is very useful as a hydrating drink during physical activities. However, it can present a cleaning challenge if you spill it on fabric. Gatorade is a water-based product. Therefore, you should follow a few simple steps that pertain to these types of products and spills. With a little time and effort and the right products, you can remove Gatorade stains from clothing and furniture.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Removing a Gatorade Stain

Things You’ll Need:

Spot remover
Laundry detergent
Stain stick
Vinegar
Club Soda
Iron
Towel
Cloths

Step 1

Pretreat the area. Using a clean cloth, douse the stain with a spot remover combined with water. If the item is clothing, pretreat with a dab of laundry detergent or a spot remover stick.

Step 2

Improvise if you don't have a spot remover. Use a half vinegar and water solution or club soda to pretreat the area.

Step 3

Use a clean, dry cloth to blot the area. Start at the outer edges of the stain and work inward. Continue blotting until the stain is removed. If the stain is on clothing and doesn't come out after using this method, rinse the fabric and apply ammonia to the stain. Then cover the stain with a towel and iron the towel, periodically checking the fabric to see if the stain is gone.

Article Written By Charlotte Johnson

Charlotte Johnson is a musician, teacher and writer with a master's degree in education. She has contributed to a variety of websites, specializing in health, education, the arts, home and garden, animals and parenting.

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