STAY SHARP STAY CONFIDENT
A clean uniform goes a long way toward projecting a professional appearance. Here’s how to tackle some of the common stains that are likely to come your way.
> DIESEL FUEL Diesel stains can bring both a mess and a smell. For smaller spills, air out the garment first. For heavy spills, hose the garment off and let it dry outside for at least 24 hours. Once the smell is gone, wash on the hottest setting the fabric can handle, adding 1/4 cup of ammonia. (You can find it in the cleaning aisle of most grocery or hardware stores.) Remember that the garment is only safe to put in the dryer once the smell and stain are completely gone. Using 2 cups of vinegar in a rinse cycle can also help get rid of odors. > OIL & GREASE For stubborn grease stains, sprinkle cornstarch on the area and let it sit for 30 minutes before washing. Another option is to spray WD-40 on the stain, let it soak, and then wash it with a little dish soap before tossing it in the laundry. > BLOOD Cold water is your first step in treating blood stains. Rinse the area thoroughly, then follow up with a soak in an enzyme-based stain remover like OxiClean. For older stains, give the garment extra soaking time before washing. > COFFEE & SODA Presoak the garment in cool water with liquid detergent for at least 30 minutes. Follow with a regular wash cycle in cold water to keep the stain from setting permanently.
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