Whether you’re handling yard work, taking a dive during a wiffleball tournament, or dealing with the aftermath of a park day with the kids, grass stains on your clothes can easily spoil your fun in the sun. Those stubborn green streaks are tough to remove thanks to proteins and chlorophyll, a pigment that penetrates and clings to the fibers of clothing.
The longer you let grass stains set, the harder they are to remove. Luckily, you can get rid of them with some common household ingredients and a quick wash with an enzyme-based laundry detergent pod.
In this article, we’ll walk you through three easy techniques to remove grass stains and keep your fits looking fresh all season.
Pro tip: Always check the care labels on your garments before trying any grass stain removal techniques.
How to Remove Grass Stains with Baking Soda
Baking soda can conquer grass stains on most fabrics, especially cotton, polyester, and synthetic blends. However, it’s not ideal for silk or wool, since the abrasive nature of baking soda can weaken the delicate fibers.
What you need:
- Baking soda
- An old toothbrush
- Laundry Sauce laundry pods
1. Create a Paste
Mix baking soda with a small amount of water to create a paste. Aim for a consistency like toothpaste: thick enough to adhere to the stain but still spreadable.
2. Cover the Stain with the Paste
Spread the baking soda paste directly onto the grass-stained area of the fabric. Make sure to cover the entire stain with a generous layer of the paste.
3. Rub Gently
Using your fingers or a soft-bristle toothbrush, gently rub the baking soda paste into the stain. This helps the baking soda penetrate the fabric and lift the grass pigments.
4. Wait 15-20 Minutes
Allow the baking soda paste to sit on the stain for at least 15-20 minutes. This gives it time to work its magic and break down the grass stains.
5. Machine Wash
After the paste has had time to work, toss your garment in the washing machine with cool water and Laundry Sauce: our detergent pods enriched with stain-fighting bioenzymes and elevated fragrances to ensure your outfits come out of the wash smelling as impressive as they look.
6. Air Dry
Once the stain is removed, air dry the garment instead of using a dryer. High heat from the dryer can set stains, making them more difficult to remove in the future.
How to Remove Grass Stains with Dish Soap
The enzymes in dish soap are excellent at breaking down grass pigments. Dish soap is suitable for most fabrics. But when it comes to delicate fabrics like silk or wool, be extra cautious since the detergent may be a bit too harsh.
What you need:
- Mild dish soap
- Water
- A soft cloth
- Laundry Sauce laundry pods
1. Blot the Stain
Start by blotting the grass stain with a clean cloth or towel to remove any excess moisture or debris.
2. Apply Dish Soap
Drizzle a small amount of liquid dish soap directly onto the grass stain. Use your fingers or a soft brush to gently work the dish soap into the stain, focusing on the areas with the most visible staining.
3. Wait 5-10 Minutes
Let the dish soap sit on the stain for about 5-10 minutes. This gives it time to penetrate the fabric and break down the grass pigments.
4. Rinse with Cold Water
Flush out the stained area thoroughly with cold water. Always rinse from the back of the fabric to the front to push the stain out of the fabric rather than back into it.
5. Machine Wash
Once the stain is mostly gone, toss your garment in the washing machine with a laundry pod and use the water temperature your care label calls for.
6. Air Dry
After washing, hang your garment to let it air dry.
How to Remove Grass Stains with Vinegar
The acetic acid in vinegar does a great job of breaking down the pigment in grass stains. However, you may want to avoid using vinegar on delicate fabrics like wool or silk.
What you need:
- Vinegar
- Water
- A soft brush or sponge
- Cold water
- Laundry Sauce laundry pods
1. Mix Vinegar and Water
Create a solution of one part white vinegar and two parts water—for example, you could mix one cup of vinegar with two cups of water in a bowl.
2. Soak the Stain
Submerge the stained area of the garment in the vinegar solution and let it soak for about 15-30 minutes.
3. Scrub Gently
After soaking, gently scrub the stained area with a soft brush or sponge. This helps to loosen the grass pigments from the fabric fibers.
4. Rinse with Cold Water
Rinse the garment thoroughly with cold water to remove the vinegar solution and any loosened dirt or grass stains.
5. Machine Wash
Once the stain is removed or significantly faded, wash the garment using a laundry pod, making sure to follow the care label instructions for water temperature.
6. Air Dry
After washing, air dry the garment instead of using a dryer. High heat from the dryer can set stains, making them more difficult to remove.
Slay Grass Stains With Laundry Sauce
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We collaborated with prolific perfumers to craft the world’s best-smelling laundry detergent, with a collection of sophisticated fragrances like Australian Sandalwood, French Saffron, Italian Bergamot, and more. But we didn’t stop there. Each pod is enriched with a proprietary blend of bio-enzymes to tackle tough stains.
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