Printable stain removal chart

Sources

1. Stain Removal for Washable Fabrics (HE 2-840 / FCS2-840), University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service
2. Removing Clothing Stains, Guide C-502 (rev. 2019), New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service
3. Spot Solver, The Carpet and Rug Institute
4. A General Guide to Stain Removal, Extension Bulletin E-1453 (adapted from Purdue; based on USDA Home and Garden Bulletin 62), Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service
5. Stain Removal Guide, American Cleaning Institute
6. Quick Stain Removal Guide, L-5199, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
7. Hazard Alert: Mixing Bleach with Other Cleaning Products Can Be Deadly, New Jersey Department of Health
8. Dangers of Mixing Bleach with Cleaners, Washington State Department of Health
9. Remove Stains From Blood, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
10. Remove Stains From Paint, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
11. Remove Stains From Grease (Automotive, Cooling, Vaseline), University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
12. Remove Stains From Chewing Gum, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
13. Remove Stains From Ink (Ballpoint, Felt Tip, India, Mimeo, Stamp Pad), University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
14. Remove Stains From Perspiration, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
15. Remove Stains From Mildew, Mold, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
16. A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture and Your Home, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
17. Remove Stains From Candle Wax, Paraffin, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
18. Remove Stains From Fingernail Polish, Lacquer, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
19. Litter Box Problems, ASPCA
20. How to Remove Pet Stains and Odors, Humane World for Animals (formerly The Humane Society of the United States)
21. Remove Stains From Urine (Human, Animal), University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
22. Remove Stains From Chocolate/Cocoa (Candy, Ice Cream, Syrup), University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
23. Remove Stains From Ketchup, Tomato, Tomato-based Sauces/Juices, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
24. Remove Stains From Alcoholic Beverages, Beer, Wine, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
25. Remove Stains From Dye (Hair, Food Coloring, Other), University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
26. Remove Stains From Coffee, Tea, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
27. Remove Stains From Cosmetics/Makeup/Sunscreen, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
28. Remove Stains From Antiperspirant, Deodorant, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
29. Remove Stains From Grass, Flowers, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
30. Remove Stains From Feces/manure (Human, Animal), University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
31. Remove Stains From Iron, Rust, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
32. Remove Stains From Glue (Airplane, Super, Adhesive/Cellulose Tape), University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
33. Remove Stains From Mustard, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
34. Secret Messages (turmeric/curcumin as a pH indicator), Paul Brandt, Jan 2025, Chicago Section, American Chemical Society
35. Mustard (condiment) — yellow mustard colored with turmeric (background), Wikipedia
36. Remove Stains From Crayon, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
37. Modeling compound product page: 'To clean, allow to dry, then scrape or vacuum' (manufacturer care guide), Hasbro Consumer Care
38. Remove Stains From Silly Putty, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
39. Care Products, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension (Textiles)
40. Remove Stains From Sauce (Soy, Worcestershire, Steak), University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
41. Remove Stains From Fruits, Red Vegetables, Jam/Jelly/Preserves, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
42. Remove Stains From Caulking, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
43. Colored Chalk on Washable Fabrics / on Carpet, Crayola LLC
44. Remove Stains From Oil-Based Foods, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
45. Removing lily pollen from fabric (flower-care manufacturer guide), Chrysal International
46. Remove Stains From Scorch, Burns, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension

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