How to Remove Tough Stains & Scratches in a Toilet Bowl

2. Identify the type of stain.

3. Test the cleaning solution on a small area of the fabric.

4. Apply the cleaning solution to the stain.

5. Blot the stain with a clean cloth.

6. Rinse the area with water.

7. Repeat steps 4-6 if necessary.

8. Dry the fabric.

Always try the solution on a small, inconspicuous part of the fabric to ensure that it doesn’t damage the clothes before applying it directly to the stain. For best results, clean stubborn stains as soon as possible.

Here are some specific tips for removing tough stains:

- Blood: Rinse the fabric in cold water and then apply a solution of 1 part hydrogen peroxide and 2 parts water. Blot the stain until it disappears.

- Coffee: Blot up the stain immediately and then apply a paste made of equal parts baking soda and cold water. Let the paste sit for 30 minutes before rinsing it out.

- Grease: Blot up the stain immediately and then apply some dishwashing detergent directly to the stain. Work the detergent into the fabric with your fingers and then rinse the area with water.

- Ink: Blot up the stain immediately and then apply a cotton ball dipped in rubbing alcohol. Blot the stain until it disappears.

- Nail polish: Apply some acetone or nail polish remover to a cotton ball and blot the stain. Blot the stain until it disappears.

- Paint: Scrape off as much paint as possible with a dull knife or spatula. Then, apply a cotton ball dipped in paint thinner or turpentine. Blot the stain until it disappears.

- Rust: Apply a paste made of equal parts lemon juice and salt. Let the paste sit for 30 minutes before rinsing it out.

- Scorch marks: Apply a solution of 1 part hydrogen peroxide and 2 parts water. Blot the stain until it disappears.