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Enjoying your night in with some TV and red wine, but had a little accident? Don’t worry—we’ve all been there. The stains from your red wine may look scary on the couch fabric, but they’re not as permanent as they seem. We’ve compiled a list of methods you can try with easily accessible household items—including lots of different combinations, depending on what you own—so grab those towels, head to your kitchen, and get started!
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Before applying solutions, soak up as much of the wet stain as possible with a clean cloth or paper towel. Don’t rub or scrub the stain, as this might cause it to spread and make it even harder to remove! Use a white cloth to more easily see if the method is working.[10]Thanks
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Clean the stain as soon as possible, as stains become harder to clean as they get older.[11]Thanks
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Stains will also oxidize with heat and set faster, so rinse off solutions with cool water.[12]Thanks
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References
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- ↑ https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/cleaning/tips/a17144/stains-wine-red-may07/
- ↑ https://www.today.com/home/how-remove-red-wine-stains-clothes-carpets-furniture-t105184
- ↑ https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story/remove-red-wine-stains
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