5 Proven tips to remove stains from your bed sheets
3rd Jan 2025
Tired of letting stained sheets get in the way of a good night’s sleep? Don’t worry, we have your back!
Follow our easy guide to remove stains with common household items, and keep your bed sheets looking like new.
Removing Red Wine Stains
Think red wine stains are impossible to remove? Think again!
Option #1
What you’ll need:
● Shaving cream
● Damp cloth
● ½ cup of baking soda
Instructions:
First dab (never rub!) the stain with a damp cloth to absorb any excess, then cover the affected area with shaving cream, pat in gently and leave for 30 minutes (maybe pour yourself another glass while you wait!). Once the 30 minutes is up, pop it in the wash with ½ cup of baking soda and line dry.
Option #2
What you’ll need:
● Soda water
● Table salt
● ⅓ cup of baking soda
Instructions:
Blot the stain with a damp cloth from the outside in, then place the sheet over a bowl of cold water and immerse the stain. Cover the entire stain with soda water and add table salt to the area. Cover with boiling water and let soak for half an hour, then pop in the wash with ⅓ cup of baking soda and wash on a normal cycle.
Remember, the more time the stain has to set, the harder it will be to remove, so get onto it ASAP.
Top tip: It’s always best to tackle stains as soon as you see them. The more time the stain has to set, the harder it will be to remove.
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Remove Coffee Stains
Who among us hasn’t accidentally poured their morning espresso all over ourselves and our freshly washed linens after an early morning wake-up call? Don’t sweat it, we’ll have your sheets re-washed and stain-free before you can say “half-cap decaf”.
What you’ll need:
● Dishwashing liquid
● Baking Soda
● Strainer
Instructions:
To stop a coffee spill from ruining more than your morning caffeine buzz, pour dishwashing liquid over the affected area and sprinkle on some baking soda (use a strainer to ensure there are no lumps). Make sure the entire surface of the stain is coated and pat in gently.
Leave for 30 minutes, then pop it in the wash with ½ cup of baking soda and line dry.
Top tip: If needed, repeat the process a few times – it might take a little longer to budge more resistant stains.
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Removing Makeup Stains
Didn’t quiiite wash off the full-face last night? No judgement here, we’ve all been there. If your all-day lippy has managed to become an all-night eyesore, follow these easy tips for cleansed and toned linens in a flash.
What you’ll need:
● Dishwashing liquid
● Micellar water
● ½ cup of baking soda
Instructions:
Apply dishwashing liquid and sprinkle on some micellar water. Pat in gently. Leave for 30 minutes and (yep, you guessed it) pop it in the wash with ½ cup of baking soda and line dry.
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Removing Tanning Lotion
Follow these simple steps and say goodbye to orange sheets for good!
What you’ll need:
● ½ cup of baking soda
● Water
Instructions:
Act quickly, the faster you address the stain, the easier it will be to remove. Make a paste of baking soda and water and apply it directly to the stain. Leave for 30 minutes, then pop it in the wash on a normal cycle and dry as usual.
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To Sum It All Up
In general, it's important to act quickly when dealing with stains on sheets. The longer a stain sits, the more difficult it will be to remove. Additionally, be sure to always follow the care instructions on your sheets.
With these tips in mind, you'll be able to sleep easy, knowing you’ll have no problems removing even the toughest-looking stains from your sheets next time disaster strikes.
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