How to Remove Stains from Clothes: Expert Tips from Laundry Riviera

Dimitri Ivanov
May 3
2 min read

Keep Your Favourite Clothes Looking Fresh

We’ve all been there: a splash of red wine on your shirt, a streak of oil on your trousers, or muddy marks on your kids’ clothes. Stains happen — but they don’t have to be permanent! At Laundry Riviera, we handle tough stains every day, so we know the best ways to tackle them.

Here’s your essential guide on how to remove the most common stains from clothes — and when to bring them to the pros.

🍷 1. Red Wine Stains

Act fast! Blot the stain (don’t rub) with a clean cloth. Sprinkle salt or baking soda to absorb the wine, then rinse with cold water. For stubborn stains, apply a mix of dish soap and hydrogen peroxide before washing.

Pro tip: Bring delicate fabrics like silk or wool to us — home treatments can sometimes cause damage.

🍳 2. Oil and Grease Stains

Gently blot the oil with a paper towel. Apply dishwashing liquid or baking soda directly onto the stain to break down the grease. Let it sit for 10–15 minutes, then wash in the hottest water safe for the fabric.

Pro tip: Avoid hot water before pre-treating, as it can set grease stains!

🌿 3. Grass Stains

Pre-treat with a mix of detergent and white vinegar or rubbing alcohol. Gently rub the solution into the stain and let it soak for 15 minutes before washing.

Pro tip: For white fabrics, a little non-chlorine bleach can help — but test on a hidden spot first.

💄 4. Makeup Stains

Scrape off excess product carefully. Dab the stain with micellar water or makeup remover (without oil) and gently blot. Launder as usual.

Pro tip: Lipstick and foundation can be tricky — for delicate items, let us handle it professionally to avoid smearing.

☕ 5. Coffee or Tea Stains

Blot with a damp cloth, then flush the stain with cold water. Pre-treat with liquid laundry detergent and let sit for 5–10 minutes before washing.

Pro tip: Older coffee stains may need professional stain removers — don’t risk over-scrubbing at home.

When to Call Laundry Riviera

Sometimes, no matter how hard you try, stains just won’t budge. That’s where we come in. At Laundry Riviera, we use professional-grade stain treatments and expert care to rescue your clothes — without damaging delicate fabrics or colours.

Whether it’s a last-minute emergency or a garment you’ve been meaning to fix for ages, we’re here 7 days a week at 16 Fonthill Road (or via pickup and delivery) to help keep your wardrobe in top shape.