When communicating, people fix their attention on their face and hands, which is why women attach such importance to manicure. But, trying to decorate ourselves, we can easily apply varnish not only on our nails.
What can we do, sometimes in pursuit of the beauty of our nails, we may overlook a little, and now we are faced with the problem of removing varnish or gel from the fabric. How to remove nail polish from clothes if you still get dirty with it while trying to do a manicure yourself?
How to quickly remove nail polish stains. The main thing here is to act carefully, not to rush anywhere, but to do everything carefully and thoughtfully.
Does nail polish come off from clothes?
In order to get rid of the stain, it is necessary to take measures immediately, because... Such stains can become deeply embedded in the fabric and it may not be possible to clean the clothes.
- The simplest and most common method by which you can get rid of nail polish on clothes is cleaning with acetone. But first, it is better to blot the fabric from excess varnish with a cotton swab, in case varnish has been spilled on the fabric. The main thing is not to rub the dirt, but just get it wet!
- Acetone should be dropped onto a cloth and lightly rubbed. If the stain does not disappear, you should use gasoline, which is used to remove stains from ordinary paint or varnish. After these procedures it is better to wash.
- You can also use White Spirit to clean damaged clothes. Using a sponge or cotton wool soaked in liquid, lightly blot and leave for a while. Next, wash the stain with laundry soap or bleach.
Get rid of varnish marks from snow-white things
If, after a manicure, undried polish stains your favorite white T-shirt, or if it spills during a manicure, then you should immediately take measures to clean the clothes.
White fabric is very demanding when it comes to choosing cleaning products, because... the spots on it are the most noticeable. And it is better to use special modern products, or turn to dry cleaning services. But you definitely shouldn’t use acetone or alcohol, this can completely ruin the light fabric.
If you don’t have the necessary funds at hand, you can use the following substances:
- Hydrogen peroxide. Apply using a cloth and lightly rub the stain
- Regular bleach. Pour onto the stain and leave for 40 minutes.
- White spirit paint thinner. Apply a large amount to the stain and leave to dissolve for at least 15 minutes.
After each cleaning method using various solvents or cleaning agents, it is imperative to wash the fabric in a washing machine or by hand, in the mode and at the temperature that are suitable specifically for this type of fabric. You can read this on the clothing label.
Cleaning whites
Of course, if the fabric is synthetic or made from delicate materials, especially if the fabric is light, then removing the stain will be much more difficult. In this case, traditional methods are definitely not suitable; it is better to use nail polish remover that does not contain acetone.
Before this, you need to test the effect of the liquid on the fabric; to do this, apply a small amount of the product to any place on the lapel of the clothing. Wait 15 minutes. If the fabric has not deteriorated, then you can carry out the stain removal procedure.
There are also traditional methods of dealing with stains; for this you need to take 15 ml of each substance:
- Ammonia
- Turpentine
- Olive oil
This is a folk remedy for cleaning, you need to apply it for 5 minutes. to the required area, then remove the product with a napkin and wash or rinse the damaged, soiled item by hand.
The fastest ways
Dried cosmetic paint can be quickly removed by scraping. In this case, act carefully, trying not to rub a hole in your favorite thing.
Fresh varnish stains can be easily removed with acetone. The material is stretched well, and acetone is dripped onto the paint smudges.
After 5 minutes the product dissolves and the clothes are cleaned.
Professional stain removers used in dry cleaners quickly clean contaminated fabric surfaces. The product diluted with water according to the instructions is applied to the dirt.
Action time: 5 minutes. After absorption, blot the stain with a napkin. If there are no marks, the product should not be washed.
Removing varnish stains from colored items
If you accidentally knocked over a bottle of nail polish on your favorite blouse or dress, you don’t have to immediately throw the item in the trash, but try to get rid of the dirt, because... There are many effective methods that can solve this problem.
For colored items, all the methods described in the first paragraph of the article are excellent. Before you begin any cleaning method, here are some guidelines to consider:
- The sooner you start the procedure, the greater the chances of completely getting rid of the nail polish stain.
- It is better to carry out the procedure with rubber gloves, because stain removers often have a negative effect on the skin of your hands.
- Before using the products, the item cannot be washed, because the alkali used in powders helps harden the varnish
- It is also not recommended to use water before applying stain removers, as this will cause the varnish to penetrate more into the fabric and harden.
- You need to rub the stain towards the center so that the varnish does not spread further.
Saving colored items
Regardless of the color of the fabric and the material from which the item is made, a stain that has not yet dried can be removed using this method:
- First, remove the excess varnish, to do this you need to blot it a little with a dry cloth or napkin, you can remove the excess with a knife or spoon
- Soak a cotton swab, swab or napkin in the desired solvent
- Gently wipe the stain from edge to center
- Soak in warm soapy water
- Wash in the washing machine as usual
You need to change the tampon with the solution as it gets dirty, because... the stain will spread even more and it will be much more difficult to remove.
Preparatory stage
Before removing nail polish from clothing, make sure that the stain has not had time to dry. It is not recommended to wash the stain with powder: it will leave a larger imprint. Follow the plan.
- With a cotton swab or napkin, carefully remove excess nail covering.
- Having selected a cleanser, apply a few drops to the back seam, checking the reaction of the fabric.
- Place the product on a hard surface, placing a thick white linen or paper napkin underneath.
- Before removing the varnish, protect your hands with thin medical gloves.
- If it was not possible to solve the problem the first time, increase the concentration of the pollution remover gradually.
- After removing the stain, soak the item in warm water, adding washing powder, then wash.
If you clean clothes from dried varnish, then first scrape off the pieces, and only then, if necessary, use solvents.
How to save jeans from varnish marks?
During a manicure at home, using regular varnishes, liquid may drip onto clothes, or a not completely dry manicure may stain things or furniture. This problem needs to be solved immediately before the varnish dries, because if this happens, it will be very difficult to remove.
Of course, in this situation, ordinary detergents are suitable for washing dishes; shampoos, liquid soap or powders will not help, it is even possible to do even more harm and completely ruin your favorite thing.
IMPORTANT: It is better not to use acetone for denim, especially if the jeans are dark, it can lighten the fabric. If a drop of varnish gets on your denim pants, it is better to use gasoline, talcum powder or denatured alcohol.
If the varnish contains aluminum powder, a small amount of glycerin will help remove it from the fabric. After that, you need to soak for a couple of hours in a warm soapy solution, after which, wipe the varnish stain again and wash the item at the required temperature and mode. For denim, nail polish remover without acetone is perfect to get rid of dirt.
How to deal with stains on knitted items?
In this case, it is quite possible to remove a varnish stain, even if the varnish has already hardened, it all depends on the color and type of fabric. The main thing is that before removing the stain, the damaged item should not be washed in a machine, because... the stains will wear off and removing them will become a more difficult problem. But if such a situation occurs, you can try to get rid of the stain using a suitable stain remover, after steaming the stain.
Clean knitted items
It is possible to remove a nail polish stain from a knitted sweater using the same methods as from denim, but it all depends on what material the sweater is made of:
- If the fabric is made from natural materials (wool, cotton, linen, silk), then the following products are suitable: acetone, nail polish remover, hydrogen peroxide.
- But if the fabric is dyed dark, it is better not to use acetone. To make sure that the product will not harm, you need to apply a small amount of liquid on the wrong side of the clothing; if the fabric is not deformed, you can safely begin the procedure.
- If lace or thin fabric is damaged, you need to use a 1:1:1 mixture of turpentine, ammonia and olive oil.
- Synthetic fabrics do not always respond to traditional methods for removing nail polish stains. To do this, it is better to use dry cleaning services.
How to save a down jacket if stains are found?
Varnish is washed off clothes in various ways, it all depends on the type of material from which the fabric is made. Many girls paint their nails “on the run”, and in a hurry, as you know, not everything turns out as we would like. If the varnish is not completely dry, you can easily stain your clothes, furniture or interior details. Of course, it is not entirely easy to remove such stains, but spending literally one hour can solve the problem.
IMPORTANT: If the outerwear is made of natural materials, then to remove varnish stains, you can use any solvent, for example, acetone, solvent No. 646, gasoline, denatured alcohol, etc. If the jacket is made of synthetic fabrics, “Uwhite alcohol” will do. or gasoline. If this does not help, after gasoline you need to sprinkle with talcum powder or baby powder.
Clean stains from a down jacket
If the varnish has already dried, you need to preheat the damaged area with a hairdryer, and then apply a solvent.
- Which product to use depends not only on the fabric itself, but also on the varnish that got on the item. If the varnish contains turpentine or acrylic, you need to mix turpentine and denatured alcohol in equal proportions, apply this mixture and leave for 15-20 minutes.
- You can also get rid of dirt by cooling; to do this, put the jacket in the freezer for 30 minutes. The varnish should come off easily. If this does not happen, you should use traditional methods.
You can get rid of the stain using a stiff brush; to do this, you initially need to cool the item, after the varnish has completely dried, this method is almost always effective for different fabrics.
There are stains on the sofa: cleaning rules
During a home manicure, polish can stain not only clothes, but also surrounding things, for example, if you drop a jar of polish on the floor or on the sofa.
It is completely useless to run straight to the kitchen or bathroom for the usual detergents, because this can only worsen the situation. For example, the powder that we use for washing contains substances that, when in contact with nail polish, react. As a result, the varnish may harden, which will affect the cleaning process.
Many girls begin to panic because they do not know how to solve this problem. But there is a way out of any situation. Of course, if you see a stain, it is better to get rid of the stain immediately, because... The varnish may dry out and leave a mark.
Clean varnish stain
You can easily get rid of stains on the surface of the sofa. Depending on the fabric and color, use different methods, which are described in the previous paragraphs. In order to clean a sofa from varnish, you need to remember some rules:
- The first thing you need to do is blot the varnish so that it does not spread, but do not rub it, because in this way you can aggravate the situation.
- If the fabric is light, you can try to remove the stain with hydrogen peroxide or a special bleach.
- If the fabric is dark, you should not use solvents that contain acetone, because it can bleach the damaged area.
- If the varnish has had time to dry, you can cool the area with an ice cube, and then use a brush or various solvents.
- Dried varnish can also be heated with a hair dryer before starting the cleaning process.
- Before you begin any manipulations, the fabric of the sofa needs to be checked for strength. This can be done in the same way as with clothes - just apply a small amount of solvent to an area of the sofa that is not visible, wait a few minutes. If the fabric has not changed shape or color, then the use of this solvent is allowed.
What NOT to do
- It is better not to expose a varnish stain found on a leather or suede product to solvents.
- White spirit copes well with stains, but this product is quite aggressive and can cause an allergic reaction.
- Hydrogen peroxide will disturb the color saturation of brightly colored clothing.
If one method does not help, it is advisable to try another remedy.
If the owner of the clothing is not sure of the correct action, it is better to take the item to the dry cleaner, protecting yourself from possible problems with damage to the product. The prices for professional processing are not that high, but the end result is sure to be great.
The main thing is to start cleaning immediately. If a fragment of fabric with varnish is nevertheless damaged during the procedures, you can sew a beautiful applique on this place, or pin a brooch.
How to remove marks from a carpet?
When applying nail polish on their own, girls often encounter problems when the polish spills. Contamination can be removed using various methods and solvents.
In order to remove a nail polish stain from a carpet, you need to follow these instructions:
- If the stain is fresh, you need to remove the spilled varnish with a spoon.
- Using a paper napkin, gently blot the stain several times, and change the napkin after contamination. However, do not rub the stain!
- Choose a suitable remedy. Acetone or bleach is not suitable for carpet. This may damage and discolor the surface.
A nail polish remover without adding acetone is best.
Clean stains from carpet
Also suitable: hairspray, window cleaner, hydrogen peroxide, alcohol.
- Test the carpet for resistance to the selected solvent. Same as other fabrics. To do this, in an “inconspicuous” place, for example, under a sofa or closet.
- Apply cleaning agent using a cloth.
- If the varnish has already dried, you can try to carefully scrape off the remaining varnish with a spoon, knife or toothbrush. After that, vacuum the area.
- Use a cleaner if you cannot completely remove the varnish from the carpet.
- Blot the solvent well.
- The carpet can be washed with regular powder using a sponge.
- Dry the damp area of the carpet.
It is better not to do a manicure or paint your nails in the room where there is carpeting or furniture that quickly gets dirty. It is possible to remove varnish from the surface, but this does not mean that the fabric will remain the same. The main thing is to choose the “right” product, because the carpet can lose not only its color, but also its surface texture.
If you have pets in the house, it is important not to let them near the damaged area until the carpet is completely dry, because animals can taste the chemicals used for cleaning, which can negatively affect the pet’s health.
Get rid of the stain
It is important to remember that it is prohibited to use various cleaning products for fabrics that contain acetate, because Such substances easily react and can completely ruin the thing. Also, it is better not to use acetone for light or white fabrics, especially synthetic ones, because... divorces may remain.
Another rule that should be taken into account when removing such stains: if you use gasoline, it is better to wash damaged clothes separately from other items.
Some tips for the hostess
A few more secrets:
- When painting your nails, you should be as careful as possible. It is better to prevent any “force majeure” than to deal with its consequences later.
- Don’t try to remove a huge stain yourself: the “affected area” is too large and marks will probably remain. It’s better to trust the professionals and take your favorite blouse or dress to the dry cleaner.
- Varnish that gets on clothes should not be washed off immediately - this will only increase the area of contamination. First, blot the stain with a napkin and only then proceed to treatment.
- The stain should be treated from the edges to the center: this will help prevent it from expanding.
- You can drop a drop of solvent from a pipette onto a very small spot, and then rub it a little until it disappears completely.
When treating carpet or upholstered furniture in a home where there are pets, you should be as careful as possible. There is a high risk that they will want to taste the chemical, and this can lead to serious health problems for their beloved pet.
