How Do You Remove Ink Stains From Cotton Fabrics?
Inks of all kinds can quickly ruin a beautiful piece of clothing. Whether it’s a simple swipe from a ball-point pen or more permanent inks, it will be possible to remove them. There are many different methods, all with different levels of stain removing power. The sooner you can attack the stain, the better luck you’ll have removing it. Follow these steps to lift the stain for good. You Will Need: • Hairspray • Rubbing alcohol • Baking soda • Acetone nail polish remover • Cotton balls • Cotton swabs • Clean white cloths • Towel Steps to Remove the Ink Stain: • Prepare the shirt by placing an old towel inside under the stained area. As you are working on the stain, some of the ink will be transferred to the towel. Use a thick enough towel so the stain is not transferred to the back of the shirt. • Start by spraying the area with a good amount of hairspray. The chemicals in the hairspray are often enough to loosen and lift the stain. • Allow the hairspray to set for a minute and then blo
