Stain Guide | Washable Fabrics | Asphalt
Stain Guide for Washable Fabrics
Asphalt, Tar
Always read and follow the care instructions and any warnings on the garment label. And, follow the
General Rules for stain removal.
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Rub the area with ice and carefully scrape with the dull edge of a butter knife.
- Saturate the area with an aersol pretreatment laundry stain remover, wait a few minutes to allow it to penetrate, then rub with a heavy duty liquid laundry detergent and launder immediately.
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If the color stain remains, launder in chlorine bleach if safe for the fabric, or in all-fabric bleach. Always check for color fastness first.
- For extra heavy stains, apply dry-cleaning fluid to the back of the stain over absorbent paper towels. Let it dry. Then, rinse and proceed as above. Read the product label and proceed carefully when using dry cleaning fluid.
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