Remove Stains From Satin
Silky but not pure silk, satin is used most frequently for evening and bridal wear, as well as for luxury sheets, and often comes in an array of gorgeous colors. It#x2019;s cool to the touch: silky on top, matte on the backside.But as beautiful as satin can be#x2013;and unforgiving as clothing to all but the very fit#x2013;it#x2019;s very susceptible to staining. Anyone who#x2019;s donned their satin best (and this includes gowns, ties and tuxedo vests) to, say, a wedding, may have reached for a refreshing glass of ice water, only to have it sprinkle onto your formal wear, defining clear spot-tage. The rest of the meal? Whoops. While many would hustle their wear to the dry cleaner, it is possible to remove the stains at home. Satin is most often made of silk, acetate, nylon, or polyester. For this technique, we#x2019;ll reference satin in general, and the following steps are applicable to clothing or bedding.
Instructions
1. Find a satin-safe stain remover. It must not contain any form of bleach. Never use bleach on satin.
2. Treat the stain quickly with stain remover per instructions on the bottle and then wash. Never let any stain sit on the fabric. Treat them immediately or they may become permanent.
3. Immerse bloodstains immediately in cold water and allow the item to soak. If this does not completely remove the stain you can then apply stain remover.
4. Hand wash most types of satin. Exceptions are nylon and polyester satin, which can be washed using the gentle cycle of a washing machine.
5. Use only cool or warm water on satin.
6. Use a detergent made for delicates, such as Woolite or Kookaburra Woolwash. Check tags for specific instructions for washing and drying.
7. Lay satin items on a thick, dry towel and roll the towel around the satin to remove excess moisture. Do not twist or wring out satin.
8. Air-dry satin. Do not use a clothes dryer.
Tips Warnings
Store satin in an airtight container in a dark, cool place. You can then air out the satin for freshness before use.
If you use satin sheets, avoid wearing pajamas with metal buttons or zippers. They can cause snags.
Polyester satin can be dried in the sun. However this is really not recommended for any other type of satin.
Do not place satin too close to radiators or other heaters. The heat will cause the fibers to break down and will lower the quality.
Do not wash extremely delicate satin yourself. Have it dry-cleaned to prevent damage and help prevent color fade.
Direct sunlight may cause satin to fade, unless the satin is primarily polyester.
