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Oranges are a delightful and healthy snack, but unfortunately, they can leave stains on household surfaces. Follow these practical stain removal methods to completely erase any traces of this citrus fruit.
How to Eliminate Orange Stains From:
Acetate, Carpet (synthetic or wool), Fiberglass, Rayon, Silk, Triacetate, Wool
Sponge (a technique using a dampened pad to gently apply strokes, moving outward from the center of the stain) the area with cool water, then apply a wet spotter along with a few drops of white vinegar. Cover the stain with an absorbent pad dampened with wet spotter. Let it sit as long as necessary to remove the stain. Keep both the stain and pad moist with wet spotter and vinegar. Flush (the method of applying a stain remover to loosen the stain and residue from the remover) with water and repeat if needed.
How to Get Rid of Orange Stains From:
Acrylic Fabric, Cotton, Linen, Modacrylic, Nylon, Olefin, Polyester, Spandex
Soak (a technique of immersing a stained item in warm water before washing) the fabric in a mixture of 1 quart of warm water, 1/2 teaspoon of liquid dishwashing or laundry detergent, and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar for 15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with water and wash as soon as possible.
How to Remove Orange Stains From:
Acrylic Plastic, Aluminum, Asphalt, Brass
Bronze, Ceramic Glass/Tile, Copper, Cork, Enamel, Glass, Grout, Iron, Linoleum,
Masonry Tile, Paint (flat or gloss), Plexiglas, Polyurethane, Porcelain Dishes,
Stainless Steel, Tin, Vinyl Clothing, Vinyl Tile, Vinyl Wallcovering
Clean up the excess spill first. Then wipe the surface with a cloth or sponge soaked in warm soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a clean cloth.
How to Remove Orange Stains From:
Bluestone, Brick, Concrete, Flagstone, Granite, Limestone, Sandstone, Slate, Terrazzo
Clean up any spilled excess. Wash with a mixture of washing soda or detergent (avoid using soap) and water. Use a soft cloth or a soft-bristled brush to scrub. Rinse thoroughly with clean water and let it dry.
How to Remove Orange Stains From:
Leather, Suede
Blot up any excess spill. Prepare a mixture of mild soap and lukewarm water, then swirl it to create a good amount of suds. Apply only the foam using a sponge. Wipe off with a clean, dry cloth. For leather, follow up with Tannery Vintage Leather Cleaner & Conditioner or Fiebing's Saddle Soap to condition the leather.
How to Eliminate Orange Stains From:
Silver
Immediately wash in hot, soapy water. Rinse with hot water and dry promptly using a soft cloth.
How to Get Rid of Orange Stains From:
Wood
Combine dishwashing detergent with hot water and agitate to create a frothy lather. Use a cloth to pick up only the foam and gently blot the excess spill. Wipe with a clean cloth dampened with fresh water. Polish or apply wax immediately.
Next time you enjoy a sweet, juicy orange, you won't have to worry about how to clean its stains from any surfaces.
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Dry spotter:
To make a dry spotter, mix 1 part coconut oil (available at pharmacies and health food stores) with 8 parts liquid dry-cleaning solvent. Store this mixture in a tightly sealed container to avoid solvent evaporation. Mineral oil can be used instead of coconut oil, though it's less effective.
Caution: Dry-cleaning solvents are toxic and potentially flammable.
Wet spotter:
For a wet spotter, combine 1 part glycerine, 1 part white dishwashing detergent, and 8 parts water. Shake well before use and store in a plastic squeeze bottle.
