Hairspray can sometimes help remove certain types of stains, particularly ink stains, due to its alcohol content, which can break down the ink. However, it is not a reliable or recommended stain remover for all types of stains and can potentially damage some fabrics or surfaces. It's best to use products specifically designed for stain removal for effective results. Always test on a small, inconspicuous area first.
A spray made out of a weak solution of bleach will remove stains.
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Aerosol Hair Spray - spray on as much as needed until the stain begins to "move," rub thoroughly until it begins to fade, then wash with warm water and soap.
Ways to remove ink stains varies based on the type of material. To remove them from clothing, you can spray with a hair spray, soak in a mixture of warm water, dishwashing detergent,and white vinegar, and then rinse and let the garment dry.
To remove salt stains from car mats, first vacuum or sweep away as much as you can. Fill a spray bottle with warm water and white vinegar, spray the stains. Use a bristled brush to scrub the salt stains away.
Ink stains are tricky, but they sometimes respond to alcohol. Alcohol content in hair spray has been greatly reduced since my junior high days of poofed-up bangs. This is great for hair-care. Not so fab for ink stains. Sometimes hair spray works. And when it does, it's wonderful. But a lot of times, it doesn't. Hair spray tends to work better if the fabric in question is made of polyester or a polyester blend. That being said, clothing treated with hair spray should be rinsed thoroughly whether the ink came out or not.
To effectively remove nicotine stains from walls and ceilings, mix equal parts of white vinegar and water in a spray bottle. Spray the solution onto the stained areas and let it sit for a few minutes. Then, scrub the stains with a sponge or cloth. Repeat the process if necessary until the stains are removed.
Hair spray generally cleans up most ink stains, ONLY if you use the hair spray before you wash the item. After it's washed it won't work. Before you wash it, spray it with hair spray then rub and the ink disappears. When the ink stain is on a cabinet or table, you might want to try to spray some eau de cologne or eau de toillette on there. It worked wonders for me when my son drew on our white cabinets. I used "Hugo Boss" ;) Before you do, TEST IT on a non visible side of the object.
To remove coconut water stains, first soak with cold water for a small amount of time. Then, spray the stain with a stain treatment, then wash in cold water.
To remove dried deodorant stains, you can try using a mixture of equal parts water and white vinegar to gently scrub the stained area. Alternatively, you can use a stain remover or pre-treatment product specifically designed for deodorant stains. Make sure to check the care label of the garment before attempting any stain removal method.
To effectively remove cigarette smoke stains on the ceiling, mix equal parts of white vinegar and water in a spray bottle. Spray the solution onto the stained areas and let it sit for a few minutes. Then, use a clean cloth or sponge to gently scrub the stains. Repeat the process if necessary until the stains are removed.