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If you’re like most people, your laundry often includes stubborn stains\u2014from coffee and wine to grease. Luckily, Piombino offers expert advice to help you tackle these common challenges and restore your clothes to their best condition.<\/p>\n
\u201cIf you can address the stain while it\u2019s fresh, gently blot it with a damp cloth to lift some of the coffee before it sets,\u201d Piombino advises. “Avoid rubbing, as that could push the stain deeper into the fabric. For a fresh stain, rinse with water immediately to remove as much coffee as possible.\u201d<\/p>\n
She has tailored advice depending on how you take your coffee. \u201cFor black coffee, pre-treat the stain with an oxygen-based cleaner, which contains hydrogen peroxide that breaks down the stain. Let it sit for five minutes before washing.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cFor coffee with milk, use an enzyme-based stain remover to target the milk proteins,\u201d she adds. “After pre-treating, wash with a stain-fighting detergent.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
We’ve handpicked some of the best detergent and stain remover options to upgrade your laundry routine below.<\/p>\n
\u201cRed wine stains need immediate attention to avoid permanent damage,\u201d Piombino advises. If you’re out and about, club soda can help treat the stain until you get home.<\/p>\n
\u201cTo fully treat the stain, pre-treat with an oxi-based cleaner or stain-fighting detergent,\u201d she says. “Ensure the entire stain is covered, let it sit for at least five minutes, then wash. Check that the stain is gone before drying, as heat can set it permanently.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n